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The University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a public research university in British Columbia, Canada, with its main campus in Vancouver and a smaller campus in Kelowna (UBC Okanagan). Founded in 1908 and opened in 1915, it is one of Canada's oldest and largest universities and is consistently ranked among the top research universities globally. UBC offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across disciplines such as sciences, engineering, arts, business, medicine, and law. It is a member of the U15 group of Canadian research universities and is known for its strong emphasis on research, innovation, sustainability, and international engagement, attracting students and scholars from around the world.
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban/Suburban, Vancouver campus: approximately 993 acres (402 ha); also a campus in Kelowna
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
10/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
8/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild wet winters
Living costs: Very high housing costs
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Career Outcomes
88% placement rate
Popular fields
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Top Recruiters
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Student Life
74,684 students (20,000 international)
Campus: Urban/Suburban, Vancouver campus: approximately 993 acres (402 ha); also a campus in Kelowna
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Climate: Mild wet winters
Very high housing costs
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteriaAquatic CentreMuseums
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 52.4%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 52.4%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 7.0
💡Typical apply window for Canada: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier