University of Lethbridge

University of Lethbridge

Lethbridge, Canada

"A southern Alberta university where the prairies meet the Rockies, known for small classes"

Public University Comprehensive 🌐 www.ulethbridge.ca https://www.ulethbridge.ca

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About University of Lethbridge

The University of Lethbridge was founded in 1967 as Alberta's third university. About 8,300 students (7,528 undergraduates and 735 graduate students) study in seven faculties and schools - Arts and Science, the Dhillon School of Business, Education, Health Sciences, Fine Arts and more - on the main Lethbridge campus and a Calgary campus. Its Arthur Erickson-designed University Hall overlooks the Oldman River coulees, and it holds one of Canada's largest art collections. Maclean's 2024 ranked it 6th among primarily undergraduate universities.

Rankings & Recognition

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QS World University Rankings 2026 Not ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2027; 6th in Maclean's 2024 primarily undergraduate category.

Not ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2027; 6th in Maclean's 2024 primarily undergraduate category.

Accreditations & Memberships

Universities Canada U Sports (Pronghorns) Designated Learning Institution

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Lethbridge's global standing for that metric.

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Key Facts

1967 Founded
7,528 Undergraduates
735 Graduate Students
150+ degree Programmes
Lethbridge + Calgary Campuses

Popular Programs

Business (Dhillon School) Computer Science Neuroscience Agricultural Studies Health Sciences Education Fine Arts Data Science

Application Details

Application Fee (approx.) CAD 140
Tuition Deposit (approx.) CAD 500
Fall Deadline (approx.) 30 June
Winter Deadline (approx.) 15 September
Proof of funds (2026) CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS Academic
6.5 (each 6.0, approx.)
TOEFL iBT
80 (approx.)
PTE Academic
54 (approx.)

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate 65%
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 140
Avg Scholarship CAD 1,000 - 13,000 (approx.)

Career Outcomes

Up to 3 years (PGWP) Post-Study Work
20 Work While Study

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Research Chairs — 60 Faculties / Schools — 7 —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

uLethbridge's main campus overlooks the Oldman River coulees in west Lethbridge, Alberta; the Calgary campus is in downtown Calgary (Bow Valley College building).

Campus Details

Lethbridge main campus
Calgary campus

Campus Forecast

Summer high approx. 26 C Winter high approx. 0 C Windy with chinooks

Student Life & Housing

Housing

On-campus housing Homestay options

Dining

Campus dining

Health & Wellness

Alberta Health Care + student plan

Activities & Clubs

Pronghorns athletics Coulee trails Art gallery

Diversity & Demographics

Undergraduates 7,528
Graduate 735

Cost Deep-Dive

UG Tuition (Intl, approx.) CAD 24,600 - 25,000 / year
PG Tuition (Intl, approx.) CAD 14,000 - 16,000 / year
Living (approx.) CAD 1,200 - 1,700 / month
Study permit + biometrics CAD 150 + CAD 85
Work rights 24 hrs/week off-campus

Intakes & Deadlines

uLethbridge admits in Fall, Winter and Summer; agent-listed deadlines are about 30 June (Fall), 15 September (Winter) and 30 April (Summer) - apply earlier for the study permit.

Scholarships at University of Lethbridge

1 scholarship available

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Bachelor's CAD 1,000 - 13,000 (approx.)

uLethbridge International Entrance Awards

Deadline: Ask counsellor

These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate Class 12 with programme subjects. IELTS 6.5 (each 6.0, approx.). Degrees: 4 years.
Postgraduate Bachelor's (about 70%+). IELTS 6.5+. Master's: 1-2 years.

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic

6.5 (each 6.0, approx.)

TOEFL iBT

80 (approx.)

PTE Academic

54 (approx.)

Required 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 ulethbridge.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

uLethbridge's main campus overlooks the Oldman River coulees in west Lethbridge, Alberta; the Calgary campus is in downtown Calgary (Bow Valley College building).

4 of 4 courses
Bachelor's 3
University of Lethbridge
📍 Lethbridge
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 30 June (Fall, approx.)
University of Lethbridge
📍 Lethbridge
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 30 June (Fall, approx.)
University of Lethbridge
📍 Lethbridge
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 30 June (Fall, approx.)
Master's 1
University of Lethbridge
📍 Lethbridge
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 2 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 30 June (Fall, approx.)

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