University profile

University of British Columbia

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Founded in 1908, University of British Columbia is a university in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It enrols approximately 73,636 students. The institution is ranked #40 globally by QS and #45 by Times Higher Education.

Admission rate
53%
Founded
1908
QS World Rank
#40
QS 2026 · Score 85.5
THE World Rank
#45
Times Higher Education

Official data

Figures from government statistics, national graduate surveys and the university's own published fees. Each shows its source and the period it covers.

Undergraduate tuition — home students
Bachelor of Arts (Vancouver), domestic: $206.69 per credit x 30 credits = $6,200.70, the page's 30-credit figure. Tuition only. BC does not charge a separate in-province rate, so this is the domestic rate. [Universities Canada/StatCan 2025-26 arts & humanities range for comparison: $6,079-$6,079.]
C$6,201 / year
Undergraduate tuition — international students
Bachelor of Arts (Vancouver), new international students starting in 2026 Summer/2026-27 Winter Session: $1,717.68 per credit x 30 credits = $51,530.40, the page's figure for a 30-credit course load. Tuition only. Per-credit rate also confirmed in the UBC Vancouver Academic Calendar (Arts $1,717.68, commencing 2026S or later). [Universities Canada/StatCan 2025-26 arts & humanities range for comparison: $44,557-$49,549.]
C$51,530 / year
Students enrolled
Total headcount = sum of full-time and part-time undergraduate and graduate fall enrolment (FT undergrad 46,700, FT graduate 11,181, PT undergrad 14,359, PT graduate 1,396).
Source: Enrolment by university · as of Fall 2025
73,636
Graduates in work (or further study)
BC Student Outcomes Baccalaureate Graduates Survey, bachelor's degree graduates surveyed two years after graduation, three survey years 2023-2025 pooled (BC Stats). Value = 1 - unemployment rate (share of respondents in the labour force who were employed), comparable in definition to Ontario's OUGS rate. Unemployment rate 0.1087; the file's separate 'employed as % of all respondents' = 0.7481. Institution 'University of British Columbia Vancouver', 5097 respondents, response rate 25.6%.
Source: BC Student Outcomes Program Data Viewer File (2023 to 2025) · as of 2023-2025 surveys (2021-2023 graduates)
89.1%
Graduate median salary
Median annual salary of employed bachelor's graduates ~2 years after graduation, BC Baccalaureate Graduates Survey, 2023-2025 pooled (BC Stats); nominal CAD as reported (raw 70000, rounded). Institution 'University of British Columbia Vancouver'.
Source: BC Student Outcomes Program Data Viewer File (2023 to 2025) · as of 2023-2025 surveys (2021-2023 graduates)
C$70,000 / year

Upcoming deadlines

For 2027 entry. Dates can change, so confirm on the source before you apply.

This university

Dates this university publishes for itself.

  • International applicants: apply by this date to be considered for International Scholars Program awards · in 33 days
    International students seeking UBC International Scholars Program awards · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • Canadian citizens/PRs: apply by this date for Presidential, Centennial and Beyond Tomorrow scholarships · in 49 days
    Canadian citizens and permanent residents seeking the named awards · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • Deadline to apply for Winter Session (September 2027 – April 2028) · in 94 days
    Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • Deadline to submit English Language Admission Standard (ELAS) documents · in 125 days
    Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27

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About the institution

  • Affiliations: Association of American Colleges and Universities, Association of Commonwealth Universities, Association of Pacific Rim Universities, Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, Association of Research Libraries (+13 more)
Official website ↗ Wikipedia ↗

Outcomes

Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at University of British Columbia?

University of British Columbia has an admission rate of approximately 53.0%. This figure reflects the overall proportion of applicants who receive an offer of admission.

When was University of British Columbia founded?

University of British Columbia was founded in 1908.

How many students attend University of British Columbia?

University of British Columbia enrols approximately 73,636 students.

How much is tuition at University of British Columbia for international students?

Undergraduate tuition for international students at University of British Columbia is about C$51,530 a year (2026-27, UBC Student Services official undergraduate tuition page). Fees vary by programme; home students pay a different rate.

What is the QS World Ranking of University of British Columbia?

University of British Columbia is ranked #40 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Where does University of British Columbia rank in the Times Higher Education rankings?

University of British Columbia is ranked #45 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

What is the official website of University of British Columbia?

The official website of University of British Columbia is ubc.ca.

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