University of Alberta

Founded in 1908, the University of Alberta is celebrating a century of vision and excellence in academics, teaching, and research. Whether you are looking for a big-city experience, prefer small campus community, or want to get your degree en français, you can do it at the U of A. With more 3M Teaching Award Recipients than any other university in the county and world-class researchers, U of A students have the opportunity break ground with their ideas and discoveries – learning from leaders who are making a difference around the world and in our communities.

With a student population of over 37,000, the U of A has six campuses – 4 in Edmonton, 1 in Camrose, and a satellite campus in Cortona, Italy. There are over 200 undergraduate programs and over 170 graduate programs across the campuses to choose from. In Edmonton, students study on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, minutes away from Whyte Avenue – home of the trendiest shops and cafes in the city. The Camrose campus has about 1000 students – a perfect place to be if you are looking for a university education in an intimate setting. In Cortona, all students have the opportunity to study the Italian language, literature, architecture, and history in a converted 13th century church. And with study abroad opportunities at over 100 universities all around the world, students not only get to choose what they’re learning, but also where they’re learning.

The U of A is internationally recognized as a leading teaching and research university with excellence across the humanities, sciences, creative arts, engineering, and health sciences. Combined with their commitment to life-long learning and an outstanding student experience, the U of A offers exceptional opportunities that go beyond the classroom. Committed to inspiring the human spirit through outstanding achievements in learning, discovery, and citizenship, the University of Alberta is building one of the world's great universities for the public good.