About the university
The University of Calgary was founded in 1966 and is one of Canada's larger public research universities, with more than 38,000 students in 14 faculties. It is known for engineering at the Schulich School of Engineering, business at the Haskayne School of Business, and energy, medicine and computer science research.
UCalgary's international tuition is lower than at many Ontario and British Columbia universities. In 2026-27 the international rate is CAD 3,078.21 per 3-unit course in Arts, Science (including Computer Science) and Nursing, CAD 3,610.44 in Business and CAD 4,148.73 in Engineering. A full year is usually 10 courses.
For Indian students, the main draws are Engineering (including Software and Electrical Engineering, with a 12–16 month paid internship), Computer Science and Data Science, and course-based master's degrees such as the MEng and the Master of Data Science and Analytics. First-year students who apply directly from high school are guaranteed a residence place if they apply by 1 May.
Calgary is Alberta's largest city, close to the Rocky Mountains and Banff. It has a strong energy and technology job market, and Alberta has no provincial sales tax. Winters are cold but often sunny.
- Founded
- 1966, with origins in the early 1900s
- Type
- Public research university in Alberta
- Total students
- 38,000+ (30,000+ undergraduate and 8,000+ graduate)
- International students
- Students from more than 130 countries
- Faculties and programmes
- 14 faculties offering 250+ programmes
- Campuses
- Main campus in northwest Calgary, plus Downtown, Foothills (medicine) and Spyhill
- Intakes
- September for most undergraduate degrees; many course-based MEng programmes start in September or January
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
249 in the world
THE World University Rankings 2027
=185 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Software Engineering, BSc in Engineering (Schulich)
- Fee / year
- C$41,487
- Duration
- 4 years (common first year), with an optional 12–16 month paid internship
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (86 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$30,782
- Duration
- 4 years; optional Science Internship Program
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (86 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Postgraduate
Master of Engineering (course-based), Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Fee / year
- C$41,487
- Duration
- 1–2 years full time (10 courses); 3 years with the internship stream
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- UCalgary graduate minimum: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each), TOEFL iBT 86 or 4.5, PTE 59 or Duolingo 125
- Postgraduate
Master of Data Science and Analytics (MDSA)
- Fee / year
- C$50,465
- Duration
- 12 months full time
- Intakes
- September (international deadline 1 March)
- English
- UCalgary graduate minimum: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each), TOEFL iBT 86 or 4.5, PTE 59 or Duolingo 125; Faculty of Science rules apply
- Undergraduate
Electrical Engineering, BSc in Engineering (Schulich)
- Fee / year
- C$41,487
- Duration
- 4 years (common first year), with an optional 12–16 month paid internship
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (86 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Business, Bachelor of Commerce (Haskayne)
- Fee / year
- C$36,104
- Duration
- 4 years; co-op available
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (86 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Mechanical Engineering, BSc in Engineering (Schulich)
- Fee / year
- C$41,487
- Duration
- 4 years (common first year), with an optional 12–16 month paid internship
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (86 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$30,782
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (86 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineering, BSc in Engineering (Schulich) | 4 years (common first year), with an optional 12–16 month paid internship | C$41,487 | ≈ ₹27.8 lakh |
| Computer Science, BSc | 4 years; optional Science Internship Program | C$30,782 | ≈ ₹20.6 lakh |
| Master of Engineering (course-based), Electrical and Computer Engineering | 1–2 years full time (10 courses); 3 years with the internship stream | C$41,487 | ≈ ₹27.8 lakh |
| Master of Data Science and Analytics (MDSA) | 12 months full time | C$50,465 | ≈ ₹33.8 lakh |
| Electrical Engineering, BSc in Engineering (Schulich) | 4 years (common first year), with an optional 12–16 month paid internship | C$41,487 | ≈ ₹27.8 lakh |
| Business, Bachelor of Commerce (Haskayne) | 4 years; co-op available | C$36,104 | ≈ ₹24.2 lakh |
| Mechanical Engineering, BSc in Engineering (Schulich) | 4 years (common first year), with an optional 12–16 month paid internship | C$41,487 | ≈ ₹27.8 lakh |
| Data Science, BSc | 4 years | C$30,782 | ≈ ₹20.6 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at University of Calgary with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- Undergraduate, entering
President's Admission Scholarship
Value: CAD 5,000
Eligibility: Applicants with an admission average of 95% or higher, including international applicants. Awarded automatically when you apply for admission.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate, entering
UCalgary Prestige Awards
Value: Up to CAD 30,400 (UCalgary also lists higher-value awards)
Eligibility: Competitive entrance awards with a separate application; the deadline is 1 December. The entrance award programme is open to Canadian and international applicants.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- UCalgary accepts Class 12 from Indian boards; programme requirements are set against Alberta Grade 12 courses (for example English Language Arts 30-1 and Mathematics 30-1 for Computer Science).
- Engineering students take a common first year of 10 courses and then apply to a specific engineering programme.
- Admission averages change each year; check the estimated average on each programme page.
- Use UCalgary's admission requirements tool (choose India) to see the subjects for your programme.
Postgraduate
- A 4-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 over the second half of the degree (last 60 units).
- Course-based MEng programmes need 10 courses and take 1–2 years; international deadlines are 1 April for September and 1 August for January.
- The MDSA starts in September only; the international deadline is 1 March.
- Some programmes ask for higher English scores than the UCalgary minimum.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (undergraduate)
- Degree transcripts and certificates (postgraduate)
- English test score unless exempt
- Statement of intent, CV and references (graduate, as the programme asks)
- Proof of funds for the study permit
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (undergraduate) | 6.5 for most programmes; Nursing needs 7.0 with no band below 7.0. |
| TOEFL iBT (undergraduate) | 4.5 for tests after 21 January 2026 (86 for earlier tests); Nursing needs 5 (or 92). |
| PTE and Duolingo (undergraduate) | PTE 60 or Duolingo 120 for most programmes; Nursing needs PTE 65 or Duolingo 130. |
| Graduate studies | IELTS 6.5 with no section below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 86 (20 each) or 4.5, PTE 59 or Duolingo 125 (105 each). |
| Exemption | Three years of full-time study in English at a secondary school in an exempt country, or at a school accredited for Canadian, American or British curricula. Indian board schools are not named, so check with UCalgary. |
Accommodation and living costs
First-year students who apply directly from high school (age 21 or under) are guaranteed a residence place if they apply by 1 May. First-year residents must buy a meal plan, which adds CAD 6,000 (7-day) or CAD 5,350 (5-day) for September to April. Rates below are for 2026-27.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Kananaskis or Rundle Hall double room with 7-day meal plan2026-27 | C$10,512per academic year (Sept–April) | ≈ ₹7 lakh |
| Kananaskis or Rundle Hall single room with 7-day meal plan2026-27 | C$15,014per academic year (Sept–April) | ≈ ₹10.1 lakh |
| International House suite with 7-day meal plan2026-27; two-bedroom or single suite | C$15,039–16,832per academic year (Sept–April) | ≈ ₹10.1 lakh – ₹11.3 lakh |
| Yamnuska Hall suite with 7-day meal plan2026-27; three, two or one-bedroom suites | C$14,472–17,086per academic year (Sept–April) | ≈ ₹9.7 lakh – ₹11.4 lakh |
Campus and location
The main campus is in northwest Calgary, with the Foothills campus for health sciences, a downtown campus and Spyhill. First-year residences include Kananaskis and Rundle Halls, International House and Yamnuska Hall.
- Schulich School of Engineering offers a 12–16 month paid internship through its Engineering Career Centre.
- The Faculty of Science runs a Science Internship Program for Computer Science and other students.
- Haskayne School of Business offers co-op work terms in the BComm.
- UCalgary says its residence rates are among the lowest of the U15 research universities.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Engineering, Science and Business students can add paid work terms or internships to their degree. Graduates of eligible programmes can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit; see our Canada guide for the current rules.
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FAQs
How much does UCalgary cost for an Indian student?
In 2026-27 international tuition is CAD 3,078.21 per course in Arts, Science and Nursing (about CAD 30,800 for 10 courses), CAD 3,610.44 in Business (about CAD 36,100) and CAD 4,148.73 in Engineering (about CAD 41,500). General fees and health cover are extra. Residence with a meal plan is about CAD 10,500 to 17,100 for September to April.
How much is a course-based MEng?
The 2026-27 international rate is CAD 4,148.73 per 3-unit course. Most course-based MEng programmes need 10 courses, so tuition is about CAD 41,500 for the whole programme, taken over one to two years.
Can I skip IELTS with my school English marks?
UCalgary exempts students with three years of full-time English-medium study at a secondary school in an exempt country or at a school accredited for Canadian, American or British curricula. Most Indian board schools are not covered, so plan to take IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo unless UCalgary confirms otherwise.
Is residence guaranteed?
Yes, for first-year students applying directly from high school who are 21 or younger and apply for residence by 1 May.
When are the MEng deadlines?
For international applicants to course-based MEng programmes, the deadline is 1 April for September entry and 1 August for January entry.
Sources
- UCalgary Calendar 2026-27: P.1.1 Undergraduate Tuition (opens in a new tab)
- UCalgary Calendar 2026-27: P.2.3.1 Graduate Course-based Tuition (opens in a new tab)
- UCalgary Calendar: A.12 English Language Proficiency (opens in a new tab)
- UCalgary Calendar: G.A.1 Graduate qualifications (opens in a new tab)
- UCalgary Residence Services: 2026-2027 rates (opens in a new tab)
- UCalgary Future Students: housing and food (opens in a new tab)
- UCalgary Future Students: fees and finances (opens in a new tab)
- UCalgary Graduate Studies: MEng Electrical and Computer Engineering (course-based) (opens in a new tab)
- UCalgary Graduate Studies: Master of Data Science and Analytics (opens in a new tab)
- UCalgary: about (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027 (Canada results, Academica summary) (opens in a new tab)
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