Bachelor's
Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award
Academic excellence award for international students
The University of British Columbia (UBC) - Okanagan Campus
Kelowna, Canada
"UBC's Okanagan Valley campus in Kelowna, British Columbia"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#45 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP, by programme)
About The University of British Columbia (UBC) - Okanagan Campus
UBC's Okanagan campus is in Kelowna, in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, on a campus of about 519 acres. It is part of the University of British Columbia and offers more than 60 undergraduate and 26 graduate programmes in engineering, nursing, data science, management, arts and sciences. About 17.4 per cent of Okanagan students are international, from more than 100 countries. Its professional master's programmes include the Master of Data Science, Master of Engineering, Master of Engineering Leadership and Master of Management.
Rankings & Recognition
#45
UBC overall: #45 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#40 in QS 2026), third in Canada.
Accreditations & Memberships
U15 research university
Public university, British Columbia
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with The University of British Columbia (UBC) - Okanagan Campus's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
2005
Campus Opened
UBC (QS 2027: 45)
Parent University
17.4%
Intl Share
about 519 acres
Campus Size
Kelowna, BC
Location
Popular Programs
Engineering (Applied Science)
Management
Data Science
Nursing
Human Kinetics
Application Details
Application Route
Online via university admissions
Intakes
September, January
Deadline
Varies by programme
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic (Data Science BSc)
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6.0 |
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TOEFL iBT (Data Science BSc)
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90 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA, PAL if needed)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years (PGWP, by programme)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP
Financials
Application Fee
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Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
0%
Placement Ratio
Up to 3 years (PGWP, by programme)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Campus & Location
UBC's Okanagan campus is in Kelowna, British Columbia, in the Okanagan Valley, with single, shared-suite and studio residence options.
Campus Details
Kelowna
campus
about
519 acres
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residences: singles
shared suites
studios
Dining
Campus cafeterias and nearby restaurants
Health & Wellness
Student health and wellness services
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Intl Share
17.4%
Intl Students
about 2,000
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Data Science BSc (approx.)
approx. CAD 46,295 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
UBC Okanagan admits international students mainly for September, with some graduate programmes starting in other terms. Check the UBC Okanagan admissions page for deadlines and the international tuition schedule.
Scholarships at The University of British Columbia (UBC) - Okanagan Campus
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma or equivalent with the subjects required for the programme, and English proficiency proof (IELTS 6.0 and TOEFL iBT 90 are listed for some programmes).
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree for master's, with English proficiency proof as required.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (Data Science BSc)
TOEFL iBT (Data Science BSc)
Required Documents
Passport copy
High-school or highest degree certificate
Academic transcripts
English proficiency certificate
Proof of funds
CV / statement of purpose (postgraduate)
Reference letters (postgraduate)
Application fee receipt
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry requirements on the UBC Okanagan admissions page.
2
Apply online
Fill in the online application form for your chosen programme.
3
Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the application fee, if charged.
4
Review
The admissions office reviews your file; some programmes need an interview or portfolio.
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Offer & PAL
Accept the offer, get the Letter of Acceptance and a PAL/TAL if your programme needs one.
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Study permit
Apply for a study permit with proof of funds, then arrive and register.
Campus & Location
UBC's Okanagan campus is in Kelowna, British Columbia, in the Okanagan Valley, with single, shared-suite and studio residence options.
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Bachelor of Science - Psychology
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Arts - Human Kinetics
Master's
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Master's
Master of Data Science
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Master's
Master of Engineering
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📍 Kelowna
Master's
Master of Management
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