Source: ubc.md
| Category | Annual Tuition (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Domestic (Arts) | ~$6,500 |
| Domestic (Engineering/Science) | ~$9,500 |
| International (Arts) | ~$43,000 |
| International (Science/Engineering) | ~$50,600+ |
| Residence + Meal Plan | ~$14,000-$18,000 |
Note: UBC is a Canadian public university. Domestic tuition is government-subsidized. International students pay approximately 5x domestic rates. For international students starting in 2026/27, tuition increases are capped at 3% annually for up to 4 years. Need-based aid for international students is limited but some merit scholarships are available.
26 varsity teams across 15 sport disciplines; 15 teams compete in U Sports (Canada West conference), 6 in NAIA, and 5 independently. The UBC Thunderbirds are among Canada's most successful university athletic programs.
UBC is consistently ranked among the top 40 universities globally and is Canada's third-largest university by enrollment (~73,000 students across two campuses). The Vancouver campus is renowned for its location on the Pacific coast. Admissions are primarily academic with some programs (Commerce, Engineering, Kinesiology) requiring supplementary applications. Unlike U.S. schools, there is generally no holistic admissions review -- academic grades are the primary criterion. UBC is a popular choice for international students, particularly from East and South Asia.