Located In Edmonton, Alberta, in Canada, the University of Alberta is a top university, not only in Canada but also in the world. It is a Comprehensive academic and research university (CARU) owing to the wide range of academic activities carried out in the university and its high research focus.
It is a public research business university by type and was established in 1908 by the first premier of Alberta – Alexander Cameron Rutherford and the University’s first president – Henry Marshall Tory.
Over 275,000 students have graduated from the University since its establishment. Some of which include notable individuals like Prime Minister Joe Clark and Governor General Roland Michener amongst many others.
For the record, the University of Alberta has over the years, contributed positively to the economy of Alberta, with $12.3 billion annual generation.
This article promises to discuss the University’s Fee, scholarship, programs and ranking.
University Of Alberta – Fees:
Students wishing to study at the U of A need to have an idea of the amount the school demands, that’s where this heading comes in.
Fees, especially tuition, vary depending on the nature of your course and your degree of convenience. Below are the fees for both domestic and international students at the University.
- For Domestic Student (currencies are in CAD):
Tuition = $5,690
Books and supplies = $1,750
Non-instructional fees = $1,750
Total for the year = $9,190
For students who require housing and feeding, fee= $12,400
Therefore, total for the year then becomes $21,590.
–For International Students (currencies are in CAD)
For international students, fee is about $20,395, this excludes books and supplies, public transit pass and miscellaneous.
University Of Alberta – Scholarship:
The University of Alberta offers a variety of scholarships to its students. Some are based on your admission average – they are automatically offered when you apply for the University. While others require you to fill an application form.
–Scholarship Based on Admission:
There are several scholarships students can enjoy under this category based on your high school admission average when you were offered admission. we shall discuss some.
- Indigenous Entrance Scholarship:
Métis, Self-declaring First Nation’s, or Inuit applicants having an 80% and above average can be given $1,500.
- Gold Standard Scholarship:
In each faculty, the best 5% student can be given up to $6,000, based on the admission average.
- Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) Scholarship:
Because these programs are academically tough and demanding, the University gives $1,000 to the best 25 AP and IB students as an encouragement.
- Maple Leaf First Year Excellence Scholarship:
This scholarship is for students in Canadian high schools on study permit securing an average of 80% and above. These students could receive a $1,000 scholarship.
- National Achievement Scholarship:
The best out-of-province student in Canada will be given $30,000. It is payable over 4 years.
–Scholarship Based on Application:
These scholarships require students to fill an application, and after taking the scholarship exam, you’ll then be assessed and if successful, you’ll be given a scholarship based on your performance.
For you to take this scholarship and even any form of scholarship, you must apply for an undergraduate program in the university. Below are some of the scholarships:
- Entrance Leadership Scholarship:
Outstanding student having an academic average of 80% and above will be considered for scholarship.
- Education Abroad Award:
Are you a Canadian student who has a flair for exploring the world and obtaining a global perspective? If yes, then you can receive about $3,750. This is to help students to improve their experience in the university by an education abroad program.
- Scholastic Distinction Scholarship:
Academically bright students with exemplary behavior who are able to secure an admission average of 95% and above will be considered for the Scholastic Distinction Scholarship – the best so far offered by the business University!
- Maple Leaf Centenary Scholarship:
This scholarship is for Canadian high school students on a study permit. A few with outstanding achievement and leadership qualities may be considered a scholarship worth of $20,000. It is payable over 4 years.
University Of Alberta – Programs:
The University of Alberta offers programs leading to several degrees. This school of business offers:
Masters Programs in China (MBA & MFM)
After partnering with Xi’an Jiaotong University, the University of Alberta offer these two programs in Shanghai and Shenzhen, there in China: a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Master of Financial Management (MFM).
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom):
This innovative program offers 15 international exchange partnership. Here, 16 majors are available and also 5 BCom degree programs.
Master of Accounting (MAcc)
This program is unique, designed for students who wants to pursue the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). It has a mix of soft skill development, technical accounting courses and knowledge integration in strategy courses.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
This program offers a variety of degrees that can give its students an edge in the world of business.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The Doctor of Philosophy program offers accounting, operation and information systems, finance, micro and macro-organization behavior and marketing.
Executive MBA (EMBA):
This program, which spans 20 months is aimed at developing its students towards becoming an ambitious and innovative individual thereby boosting their career.
University Of Alberta – Ranking
The University of Alberta has notable ranks apart from being among the top 5 in Canada and top 150 in the world.
Below is a list of some of its numerous rankings:
- Ranked number 3 in 2020 Maclean’s Best University Business Programs in Canada.
- Ranked number 3 (Canada) and 93 (globally) by Times Higher Education: Business and Economics in 2020.
- Ranked number 3 (Canada) and 101 (globally) in 2020 QS Business Masters: Finance.
- Ranked number 6 in 2020 QS Global MBA: Canada.
- Ranked number 8 (Canada) in 2019/2020 Bloomberg Businessweek Best B-Schools.
- Ranked number 38 in 2019 Shanghai Academic Subject: Business Administration.
- Ranked number 63 in 2019 NTU Global: Economics and Business.