The University of British Columbia (UBC) is one of Canada's top two universities and consistently ranks in the global top 50. Located in Vancouver -- one of the world's most beautiful and liveable cities -- UBC attracts students from over 160 countries.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| QS World Rank 2025 | #34 |
| Location | Vancouver, BC (main campus) + Okanagan campus |
| Undergraduate fees | CAD 38,000 - 58,000/year |
| Postgraduate fees | CAD 8,000 - 38,000/year |
| IELTS minimum | 6.5 overall |
| International students | ~30% of total enrolment |
Why International Students Choose UBC
World-class research. UBC is ranked in the global top 35 and has produced 8 Nobel laureates among alumni and faculty. Particularly strong in forestry, Earth sciences, computer science, and life sciences.
Vancouver. UBC's Point Grey campus is 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver -- a city consistently ranked among the world's most liveable with a large South Asian, East Asian, and Filipino community.
Post-study work rights. UBC graduates can apply for Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) for up to 3 years -- a direct pathway to Express Entry and Canadian permanent residency.
Sauder School of Business. UBC's business school is ranked in the global top 100 and is particularly strong in finance, real estate, and sustainable business.
Tuition Fees for International Students
| Programme | Annual Fee (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Arts and Humanities | CAD 38,000 - 42,000 |
| Science | CAD 42,000 - 48,000 |
| Computer Science | CAD 52,000 - 58,000 |
| Engineering | CAD 50,000 - 56,000 |
| Sauder (Business) | CAD 48,000 - 54,000 |
Living costs in Vancouver add approximately CAD 16,000-22,000 per year.
Scholarships at UBC
- International Major Entrance Scholarship (IMES) -- CAD 10,000-40,000 per year for 4 years. Typically for students with 90%+ average.
- Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award -- For students from developing countries with financial need: CAD 10,000-40,000/year
See our full Canada scholarships guide.
Best Programmes at UBC for International Students
Computer Science (strong AI, machine learning), Engineering, Business (Sauder), Forestry (world #1 ranked), Medicine and Health Sciences, Arts (Psychology, Economics), Education.
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