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.
Control
public
Entity
non-profit
Size
very large-sized
Selectivity
averagely selective
Name | The University of British Columbia ![]() |
---|---|
Acronym | UBC |
Founded | 1908 |
Motto | Tuum Est It is up to you |
Colours | Gold and blue |
Mascot | Thunderbird |
Screenshot |
![]() |
Video Presentation |
n.a.; please submit an official The University of British Columbia general video presentation. |
Address | 2329 West Mall Vancouver V6T 1Z4 British Columbia Canada |
---|---|
![]() |
Location Map and Satellite View |
![]() |
+1 (604) 822 8999 |
![]() |
+1 (604) 822 9888 |
Other locations | Kelowna |
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.
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.
PreBach degrees |
Bachelor degrees |
Master degrees |
Doctoral degrees |
|
---|---|---|---|---|
A&H | ||||
L&C | ||||
B&S | ||||
M&H | ||||
S&T | ||||
Eng | ||||
Click here to explore a list of The University of British Columbia courses and programs or, if not available yet, search for them with our Search Engine powered by Google. We are constantly adding university courses and programs worldwide with the cooperation of university representatives.
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.
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.
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) |
Tip: search for The University of British Columbia's tuition fees with the uniRank Search Engine
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.
uniRank publishes below some basic The University of British Columbia's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has The University of British Columbia a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.
The University of British Columbia's acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Tip: search for The University of British Columbia's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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.
uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for The University of British Columbia.
The University of British Columbia has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 3,500-3,999 academic employees (Faculty).
The University of British Columbia is a public higher education institution.
The University of British Columbia is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
The University of British Columbia does not have any religious affiliation.
What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.
uniRank provides below an overview of The University of British Columbia's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of The University of British Columbia's main services:
This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.
This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
Not reported
Not reported
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 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
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.
Tip: search for The University of British Columbia's accreditations with the uniRank Search Engine
University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.
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.
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.
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.
|
This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.
Discover uniRank rankings and reviews of all Universities in Canada
Search for courses, scholarships and much more anywhere in the world with the uniRank's World Universities Search Engine
Read our university guides and articles including:
Discover uniRank's world's largest directories of higher education related organizations and university libraries
Learn definitions, jargon and acronyms with the uniRank's A-Z Higher Education Glossary
We appreciate your feedback and error reports. The University of British Columbia's official representatives can claim this institution and request to update this entire university profile free of charge by clicking on UPDATE ALL
Site last updated: Tuesday, 2 April 2024
Unlock your University's potential: spotlight your Institution on UniRank for leads, local recognition and branding. Enquiry now to feature your University here.
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
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some The University of British Columbia's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
The University of British Columbia's Facebook page![The University of British Columbia's official Facebook page](png/new-window.png)
The University of British Columbia's X (formerly Twitter) page![The University of British Columbia's official Twitter page](png/new-window.png)
The University of British Columbia's YouTube channel![The University of British Columbia's official YouTube channel](png/new-window.png)
The University of British Columbia's Instagram page![The University of British Columbia's official Instagram channel](png/new-window.png)
The University of British Columbia's main LinkedIn profile
n.a.