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The University of British Columbia

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Overview

Established in 1908, The University of British Columbia is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Vancouver (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), British Columbia. This institution also has a branch campus in Kelowna. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills of British Columbia, The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. The University of British Columbia (UBC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 115-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this Canadian higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UBC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

The University of British Columbia's Control Typepublic

Entity

The University of British Columbia's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

The University of British Columbia' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

The University of British Columbia's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UBC
Founded 1908
Motto Tuum Est
It is up to you
Colours Gold and blue
Mascot Thunderbird
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official The University of British Columbia general video presentation.

University Location

Address 2329 West Mall
Vancouver
V6T 1Z4 British Columbia
Canada
The University of British Columbia's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
The University of British Columbia Phone Number +1 (604) 822 8999
The University of British Columbia Fax Number +1 (604) 822 9888
Other locations Kelowna

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following The University of British Columbia's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The University of British Columbia's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This The University of British Columbia's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at The University of British Columbia.

The University of British Columbia: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
over 20,000 US$
(18,225 Euro)
over 20,000 US$
(18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic The University of British Columbia's admission information.

The University of British Columbia's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


The University of British Columbia's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has The University of British Columbia a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

The University of British Columbia's acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


The University of British Columbia's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


The University of British Columbia's Admission Office Admission Office

2016 - 1874 East Mall
Vancouver V6T 1Z1
(604) 822 3014
(877) 272 1422

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for The University of British Columbia.

The University of British Columbia's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

The University of British Columbia has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.


The University of British Columbia's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 3,500-3,999 academic employees (Faculty).


The University of British Columbia's Control Type Control Type

The University of British Columbia is a public higher education institution.


The University of British Columbia's Entity Type Entity Type

The University of British Columbia is a non-profit higher education institution.


The University of British Columbia's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


The University of British Columbia's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

The University of British Columbia does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of The University of British Columbia's main facilities:


The University of British Columbia's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit The University of British Columbia's Library


The University of British Columbia's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


The University of British Columbia's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of The University of British Columbia's main services:


The University of British Columbia's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

The University of British Columbia's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

The University of British Columbia's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


The University of British Columbia's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

The University of British Columbia's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


The University of British Columbia's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

The University of British Columbia is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills of British Columbia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1908


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The University of British Columbia's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Library Association (ALA), Committee on Accreditation
  • American Psychological Association (APA)
  • Planning Accreditation Board (PAB)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The University of British Columbia's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU)
  • U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities (U15)
  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • Universitas 21 (U21)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the The University of British Columbia 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

The University of British Columbia's Facebook page The University of British Columbia's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

The University of British Columbia's X (formerly Twitter) page The University of British Columbia's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

The University of British Columbia's YouTube channel The University of British Columbia's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

The University of British Columbia's Instagram page The University of British Columbia's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

The University of British Columbia's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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