University of Calgary
Calgary · Site officiel ↗
University of Calgary is in Calgary, Canada. Tuition for international students: C$30,782–C$40,283 (≈ US$21,600–28,300) per year (2026-27 figure). Standard entry requirements: GCE / A-levels Two A-levels + three additional subjects, or four AS-levels + one more subject; grades D/E not acceptable; International Baccalaureate Three higher-level courses with no grades below 3; must meet the admission score and program course requirements. Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 86. Applying: intake: Fall; application fee C$145. Scholarships: 5 from the university.
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Les étudiants internationaux doivent aussi prévoir un budget pour l'assurance santé, le visa et les frais de voyage, qui ne figurent pas ici.
Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition C$30,782–C$40,283 per year (≈ US$21,600–28,300) + housing and meals C$9,682–C$17,086 per year (≈ US$6,800–12,000) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 4 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. Energizing Canada International Entrance Scholarship: only for students from Chine, R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong, R.A.S. chinoise de Macao. |
| Chances of admission | GCE / A-levels: Two A-levels + three additional subjects, or four AS-levels + one more subject; grades D/E not acceptable. International Baccalaureate: Three higher-level courses with no grades below 3; must meet the admission score and program course requirements. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 86, Duolingo 120, PTE 60. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: 1 mars (Application deadline) |
| Where and how students live | Calgary · 10 km from YYC airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed; housing and meals C$9,682–C$17,086 per year |
| Working while studying | Up to 24 hours per week during study terms (while meeting the study permit conditions); unlimited hours off campus during breaks scheduled by the school, such as summer and winter holidays. · co-op / paid work terms are part of degrees |
| After graduation | Post-graduation work permit (PGWP): up to the length of the study program (8 months to under 2 years), 3 years if the program was 2 years or more. |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Aide financière et conditions pour les étudiants internationaux
| Bourses au mérite | Oui — les étudiants internationaux peuvent recevoir des bourses au mériteSources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Please note that our Entrance Award program is available for both Canadian and international applicants.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Offered annually to undergraduate international students entering first year in any undergraduate degree in the upcoming fall term who have satisfied the university's English Language Proficiency requirement.”ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Niveau d'anglais | Test d'anglais obligatoire, sauf dispense
Sources (6)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “To ensure success at UCalgary, all applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency to meet the English language requirement and be considered for admission.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Successful completion of at least three years of formal, full-time study in English at a secondary school that meets one of the following requirements: a. Is in an exempt country”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“TOEFL (internet-based) Tests taken before January 21, 2026: 86 Tests taken on or after January 21, 2026: 4.5”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“IELTS (academic) – 6.5”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Duolingo – 120”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“PTE Academic 80 with no skills scores below 75 65 with no skills scores below 65 60”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offeredSources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Complete the ACC, the UCalgary English Pathway Program. If you're registered in the ACC, you may be eligible for conditional admission to a degree program.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“ACC students who apply to an applicable UCalgary undergraduate and graduate degree program, and meet the competitive admission requirements are eligible for conditional admission.”esl.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Degree programmes taught in English | YesSources (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “English is the official language of instruction at the University of Calgary.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Bourses pour les étudiants de première année
Energizing Canada International Entrance Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Students from Chine, R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong, R.A.S. chinoise de Macao
- Amount: C$20,000 (≈ US$14,100) / an
- Renewal: Renouvelable — up to 3 years
- How to apply: Nomination by the school
Sources (4)
“Award value $20,000 (Renewable)”ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Offered annually to an international student entering first year in an undergraduate degree program at the University of Calgary. Renewable in the second, third and fourth year at the University of Calgary, provided recipients achieve a minimum GPA of 3.00 over a minimum of 24.00 units in the previous fall and winter terms”ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Academic merit Financial need Must have graduated from a recognized high school in China, including Hong Kong and Macau”ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Application to apply for High School Nominated Awards - New Students”ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Étudiants internationaux uniquement
- Amount: C$20,000 (≈ US$14,100) / an
- Renewal: Renouvelable — up to 3 years
Sources (4)
“Award value $20,000 (Renewable)”ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Offered annually to undergraduate international students entering first year in any undergraduate degree in the upcoming fall term who have satisfied the university's English Language Proficiency requirement.”ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Renewable in the second, third and fourth year at the University of Calgary, provided recipients achieve a GPA of 2.60 or more over a minimum of 24.00 units in the previous fall and winter terms and continue to pay an international differential tuition fee as an international student.”ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Number of awards 2”ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12High School Entrance Awards
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- Amount: C$500–C$10,000 (≈ US$351–7,000)
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
- Deadline: 1 mars
Sources (4)
“Our High School Awards and Bursaries application encompasses 1,100+ awards that vary from $500 to $10,000”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“These awards consider a range of criteria, such as academic performance, financial need, and extracurricular involvement.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Deadline: March 1 Application required: Yes”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Please note that our Entrance Award program is available for both Canadian and international applicants.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12President's Admission Scholarship
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- Amount: C$5,000 (≈ US$3,500)
- Minimum grades / scores: High-school average 95%+
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (3)
“By applying for admission, you'll automatically be considered for some scholarships such as our President's Admission Scholarship. This award is valued at $5,000 and is given to any student with an admission average of 95% or higher.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“President's Admission Scholarship Have a final admission average of 95.00% or higher as calculated by the Undergraduate Admissions Office No application is required—you'll automatically receive the award if you meet the admission average”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Please note that our Entrance Award program is available for both Canadian and international applicants.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Prestige Awards
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
- Deadline: 1 déc.
Sources (3)
“UCalgary prestige awards are valued up to $30,400 and many are renewable. These awards are for our high-achieving incoming students.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Deadline: Dec. 1 Application required: Yes”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Please note that our Entrance Award program is available for both Canadian and international applicants.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “The Haskayne School of Business offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Commerce (BComm or BComm (Honours)) degree.”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Biological Sciences BSc · 4 years Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Biological Sciences BSc BSc Honours, BSc Co-operative Education, BSc Co-operative Education Honours”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All BSc and BA programs within the Faculty normally require four years to complete, with the exception of the Combined Degree programs and the Co-operative Education/Co-operative Education programs that require at least five years.”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Computer Science BSc · 4 years Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Computer Science BSc BSc Honours, BSc Co-operative Education, BSc Co-operative Education Honours”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All BSc and BA programs within the Faculty normally require four years to complete, with the exception of the Combined Degree programs and the Co-operative Education/Co-operative Education programs that require at least five years.”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Data Science BSc · 4 years Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Data Science BSc BSc Co-operative Education”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All BSc and BA programs within the Faculty normally require four years to complete, with the exception of the Combined Degree programs and the Co-operative Education/Co-operative Education programs that require at least five years.”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | Fall Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Aug. 15 International application opens: Fall undergraduate admission – students requiring a study permit can submit the undergraduate application for admission.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Application fee | C$145 one-time (≈ US$102) Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Submit your application and pay your $125 (Canadian education only) or $145 (any international education) application fee.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “To ensure success at UCalgary, all applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency to meet the English language requirement and be considered for admission.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All applicants must meet UCalgary's English language requirement.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “International institutions Upload unofficial, institution-issued transcripts directly to your Student Centre To Do list .”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Applications are reviewed for admission when all required documents have been received and the non-refundable application fee has been paid.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (fall 2027 entry)
| Application — Fall intake | 1 marsSource (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “March 1 Application deadline: Fall undergraduate admission Deadline to submit your application, including paying your non-refundable application fee.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Aug. 15 International application opens: Fall undergraduate admission – students requiring a study permit can submit the undergraduate application for admission.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Scholarship application — Fall intake | 1 déc.Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Dec. 1 Application deadline: Prestige Award for incoming high school students”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Deadline: Dec. 1 Application required: Yes”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | C$30,782–C$40,283 per year (≈ US$21,600–28,300) (2026–27 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | C$9,682–C$17,086 per year (≈ US$6,800–12,000) (2026–27 figure) |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Student health insurance | C$116 per year (≈ US$81) (reference) (reference) Can be waived if you have comparable insurance |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | C$23,448 per year (≈ US$16,500) (reference) |
Sources (11)
“INTERNATIONAL TUITION”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“$30,782 - $40,283”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Estimated costs are for an 8-month period (September to April) and are based on an expected first-year course load (10 courses) and a typical student's experience in residence. Fees are based on the 2026-27 academic year.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“RESIDENCE AND MEAL PLAN EXPENSES”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“$9,682 - $17,086”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“A meal plan is mandatory for students living in first-year residence.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Students’ Union Health Plan (per 12 months) $115.80”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“(Effective Feb 1, 2025) $115.80 (charged once a year, not per semester)”su.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Health and Dental Fees (students may opt out with proof of alternative coverage)”su.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“If you apply on or after September 1, 2026 All provinces and territories except Quebec Number of family members (including the applicant) Amount required per year (excluding tuition and transportation costs) (in CAN$) 1 $23,448”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“This chart tells you how much money you will need to support yourself and your family members in Canada for the first year of your program of studies.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-11; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If you’re applying directly from high school, you’re guaranteed a place in residence for your first year if you apply by May 1”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Apply for residence by May 1 to secure a guaranteed spot on campus for your first year.”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Years of guaranteed campus housing | 1 Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If you’re applying directly from high school, you’re guaranteed a place in residence for your first year if you apply by May 1”www.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Up to 24 hours per week during study terms (while meeting the study permit conditions); unlimited hours off campus during breaks scheduled by the school, such as summer and winter holidays. government rule Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “You can work up to 24 hours per week. You can work more than 1 job to make up these hours as long as you continue to meet the conditions of your study permit.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“If you’re working during a break scheduled by your DLI, such as summer and winter holidays, or a reading week, you can work unlimited hours off campus”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 24 government rule Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “You can work up to 24 hours per week. You can work more than 1 job to make up these hours as long as you continue to meet the conditions of your study permit.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Co-op / paid work terms built into degrees | Yes Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Formalized Co-operative Education and Internship programs are programs recognized with a sub-degree nomenclature that provide students the opportunity to enhance their education by acquiring work experience before graduation.”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Students in the Co-operative Education/Internship program complete academic curriculum while integrating a required number of work terms, as indicated by their program, into their degree. All terms including work terms are full-time and all students normally receive a salary while on a work term.”calendar.ucalgary.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Post-graduation work permit (PGWP): up to the length of the study program (8 months to under 2 years), 3 years if the program was 2 years or more. government rule Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If your program was 2 years or more We may give you a PGWP that’s valid for 3 years.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“If your program was at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years We may give you a PGWP that’s valid for up to the same length as your study program.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
Lieu
| City / state | Calgary |
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| Nearest major airport | Calgary International Airport (YYC), about 10 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q1067471 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).