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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.ubc.caCanadaQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
university of british col
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a prestigious public research university located in British Columbia, Canada. Renowned for its academic excellence and vibrant campus life, UBC offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university is divided into two main campuses: the Vancouver campus, known for its urban setting and diverse community, and the Okanagan campus, which provides a more intimate learning environment. UBC is a hub for innovation, with strong research initiatives in fields such as environmental science, health sciences, and engineering.
Key Facts
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Live portal snapshot
QS World University Rankings #150 · 2025US News Best Global Universities #180 · 2025Times Higher Education World University Rankings #200 · 2025National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) #5 · 2024Shanghai Ranking #100 · 2024Outlook #120 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban and suburban, 200 acres (Vancouver campus)
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
10/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
100% placement rate
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Student Life
60,000 students (15,000 international)
Campus: Urban and suburban, 200 acres (Vancouver campus)
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteriaArt GalleriesHealth and Wellness Centre
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- 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
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=4, p25=4, p75=4 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for Canada: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier