University of Alberta Cost & Aid: International Student Guide 2026

University of Alberta Cost & Financial Aid for International Students 2026

What it actually costs to attend University of Alberta as an international student — tuition, living costs, hidden fees, financial aid pathways.

Total annual cost at University of Alberta for international students is approximately CAD 45,000-69,000/year (USD 32,850-50,370) for non-Canadians (tuition CAD 30,000-50,000/year (USD 21,900-36,500 at 0.73) - non-Canadian; CAD 7,000-12,000 Canadians, living costs CAD 15,000-19,000/year (USD 10,950-13,870) - Edmonton cheaper than Toronto/Vancouver).

Cost breakdown

Item	Range
Tuition (international)	CAD 30,000-50,000/year (USD 21,900-36,500 at 0.73) - non-Canadian; CAD 7,000-12,000 Canadians
Living costs (housing + lifestyle)	CAD 15,000-19,000/year (USD 10,950-13,870) - Edmonton cheaper than Toronto/Vancouver
Total annual	CAD 45,000-69,000/year (USD 32,850-50,370) for non-Canadians

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 Alberta for international students?

Total annual: CAD 45,000-69,000/year (USD 32,850-50,370) for non-Canadians. Tuition: CAD 30,000-50,000/year (USD 21,900-36,500 at 0.73) - non-Canadian; CAD 7,000-12,000 Canadians. Living costs: CAD 15,000-19,000/year (USD 10,950-13,870) - Edmonton cheaper than Toronto/Vancouver.

What is tuition at University of Alberta?

Tuition at University of Alberta: CAD 30,000-50,000/year (USD 21,900-36,500 at 0.73) - non-Canadian; CAD 7,000-12,000 Canadians.

What are typical living costs at University of Alberta?

Living costs: CAD 15,000-19,000/year (USD 10,950-13,870) - Edmonton cheaper than Toronto/Vancouver.

How does University of Alberta compare on cost to other universities in Canada?

Total annual cost at University of Alberta is approximately CAD 45,000-69,000/year (USD 32,850-50,370) for non-Canadians (tuition CAD 30,000-50,000/year (USD 21,900-36,500 at 0.73) - non-Canadian; CAD 7,000-12,000 Canadians). For context, the average international tuition across Canada is around CAD 30,000–55,000/year.