University of British Columbia (UBC) Cost & Aid: International Student Guide 2026

University of British Columbia (UBC) Cost & Financial Aid for International Students 2026

What it actually costs to attend University of British Columbia (UBC) as an international student — tuition, living costs, hidden fees, financial aid pathways.

Total annual cost at University of British Columbia (UBC) for international students is approximately CAD 75,000–95,000 (USD 54,750–69,350) all-in for international undergraduates at Vancouver campus (tuition CAD 51,530–66,678/yr (USD 37,617–48,675) for most programs; dentistry reaches CAD 92,910, living costs CAD 24,000–42,000/yr (USD 17,520–30,660) depending on housing choice — on-campus residence CAD 938-1,650/month, off-campus 1BR CAD 2,200-2,750/month).

Cost breakdown

Item	Range
Tuition (international)	CAD 51,530–66,678/yr (USD 37,617–48,675) for most programs; dentistry reaches CAD 92,910
Living costs (housing + lifestyle)	CAD 24,000–42,000/yr (USD 17,520–30,660) depending on housing choice — on-campus residence CAD 938-1,650/month, off-campus 1BR CAD 2,200-2,750/month
Total annual	CAD 75,000–95,000 (USD 54,750–69,350) all-in for international undergraduates at Vancouver campus

For comparison, the average international tuition across Canada is around CAD 30,000–55,000/year.

Estimates based on publicly disclosed tuition and typical city living costs. Exchange rates, personal spending, and scholarship aid can shift actual costs materially. How we source data.

Common questions

What is the total annual cost of University of British Columbia (UBC) for international students?

Total annual: CAD 75,000–95,000 (USD 54,750–69,350) all-in for international undergraduates at Vancouver campus. Tuition: CAD 51,530–66,678/yr (USD 37,617–48,675) for most programs; dentistry reaches CAD 92,910. Living costs: CAD 24,000–42,000/yr (USD 17,520–30,660) depending on housing choice — on-campus residence CAD 938-1,650/month, off-campus 1BR CAD 2,200-2,750/month.

What is tuition at University of British Columbia (UBC)?

Tuition at University of British Columbia (UBC): CAD 51,530–66,678/yr (USD 37,617–48,675) for most programs; dentistry reaches CAD 92,910.

What are typical living costs at University of British Columbia (UBC)?

Living costs: CAD 24,000–42,000/yr (USD 17,520–30,660) depending on housing choice — on-campus residence CAD 938-1,650/month, off-campus 1BR CAD 2,200-2,750/month.

How does University of British Columbia (UBC) compare on cost to other universities in Canada?

Total annual cost at University of British Columbia (UBC) is approximately CAD 75,000–95,000 (USD 54,750–69,350) all-in for international undergraduates at Vancouver campus (tuition CAD 51,530–66,678/yr (USD 37,617–48,675) for most programs; dentistry reaches CAD 92,910). For context, the average international tuition across Canada is around CAD 30,000–55,000/year.