All Levels
Kaplan-UAlberta Progression Scholarship
Foundation Year Up to CAD 30,000 (top GPA)
UA
University of Alberta in Partnership with Kaplan
Edmonton, Canada
"Year One Foundation Program: UAlberta first year with Kaplan support, then direct progression"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#96 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
About University of Alberta in Partnership with Kaplan
The University of Alberta Year One Foundation Program is run with Kaplan International for international students who do not yet meet UAlberta's direct-entry academic requirements. It is the first year of a four-year UAlberta bachelor's degree, taught as U of A credit courses by university instructors on North Campus in Edmonton, with extra Kaplan support. Students who finish year one with the required GPA move into year 2 of their UAlberta degree (Arts, Science, Commerce and more). UAlberta (founded 1908) is ranked #96 in QS 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#96
Ranked #96 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#=94 in 2026); Canada's #4.
Accreditations & Memberships
U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities
Universities Canada
Worldwide Universities Network
Association of Commonwealth Universities
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Alberta in Partnership with Kaplan's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
72.5#
Employer Reputation
56.0#
Faculty / Student
40.7#
Citations / Faculty
67.4#
Intl. Faculty
99.6#
Intl. Students
74.2#
Intl. Research Network
94.0#
Employment Outcomes
71.0#
Sustainability
91.3#
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Key Facts
Year One Foundation
Programme
Kaplan International
Partner
1 year then degree
Duration
UAlberta North Campus
Location
Year 2 with required GPA
Progression
Popular Programs
Engineering
Computing Science (AI)
Business (Alberta School of Business)
Agriculture and Life Sciences
Nursing
Kinesiology
Economics
Petroleum Engineering
Application Details
Admission
Rolling
Starts
Late Aug, early Jan, early May
Housing Deadline
30 April (Fall)
Apply Through
Kaplan portal
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic
|
6.5 (no band < 5.5, approx.) |
|
TOEFL iBT
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90 |
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PTE Academic
|
61 |
|
Duolingo English Test
|
120 |
|
CBSE / CISCE English
|
75%+ = exempt |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
—
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
Approx. CAD 150
Avg Scholarship
CAD 5,000 - 120,000
Career Outcomes
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Staff — 13,000+
Faculties — 17
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Notable Alumni
Joe Clark (Prime Minister)
Peter Lougheed (Premier of Alberta)
Beverley McLachlin (Chief Justice)
Campus & Location
UAlberta's main North Campus is on the North Saskatchewan River valley in central Edmonton; other campuses are South Campus, Campus Saint-Jean (French), Enterprise Square downtown and Augustana in Camrose.
Campus Details
North
Campus Edmonton
South
Campus
Campus
Saint-Jean
Augustana
(Camrose)
Enterprise
Square
Campus Forecast
Summer high approx. 23 C
Winter high approx. -7 C
Cold dry winters
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence + meals CAD 14199 - 17967 / year
First-year residence available
Dining
Residence dining halls
Food courts across campus
Health & Wellness
Health and dental CAD 810 / year
Activities & Clubs
Golden Bears and Pandas sports
450+ clubs
Co-op options
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
44,000+
International
About 25%
Cost Deep-Dive
Engineering (Intl, 2026-27)
CAD 49,952 / year
Business (Intl)
CAD 46,547 / year
Science (Intl)
CAD 39,792 / year
Arts (Intl)
CAD 39,233 / year
EAP (2-4 months)
CAD 3,567 - 7,133
Total Budget
CAD 56,127 - 78,439 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
The Year One Foundation Program and English courses admit on a rolling basis with starts in late August, early January and early May; book housing by 30 April (Fall) or 1 November (Winter).
Scholarships at University of Alberta in Partnership with Kaplan
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
For students just below UAlberta direct entry. IELTS / EAP route via Kaplan. 1 foundation year + 3 degree years.
Postgraduate
Not applicable - undergraduate foundation pathway only.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5 (no band < 5.5, approx.)TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Duolingo English Test
CBSE / CISCE English
75%+ = exemptRequired Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on ualberta.ca.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
3
Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
4
PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
5
Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
6
Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
UAlberta's main North Campus is on the North Saskatchewan River valley in central Edmonton; other campuses are South Campus, Campus Saint-Jean (French), Enterprise Square downtown and Augustana in Camrose.
Foundation + Bachelor
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University of Alberta in Partnership with Kaplan
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Foundation + Bachelor
Year One Foundation - Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
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Foundation + Bachelor
Year One Foundation - Bachelor of Science (Biology)
University of Alberta in Partnership with Kaplan
📍 Edmonton
Foundation + Bachelor
Year One Foundation - Bachelor of Arts (Political Science)
University of Alberta in Partnership with Kaplan
📍 Edmonton
Foundation + Bachelor
Year One Foundation - BSc Mathematics and Economics
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