University of Alberta - Latest Ranking 2024

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University of Alberta Rankings
University of Alberta Rankings By Subject

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University of Alberta Rankings

QS World University Rankings - 111
QS World University Rankings By Subject- 101
QS World University Rankings - 99 (Graduate Employability Ranking)
U.S. News & World Report - 136 (Best Global Universities)
U.S. News & World Report - 4 (Best Global Universities in Canada)
Times Higher Education - 118 (World University Rankings)
Times Higher Education - 7th (Impact Rankings)
Times Higher Education - 126-150 (World Reputation Rankings)
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - 92

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University of Alberta Rankings By Subject

Business Courses

Course Name	2020	2021	2022	2023
Best Business School Canada (Bloomberg)	1	NA	NA	NA
Accounting & Finance (QS Ranking)	101-150	101-150	51-100	51-100
Global MBA (QS Ranking)	101-110	101-110	111-120	111-120
PG Business and Economics (THE Ranking)	93	90	101-125	101-125

Engineering Courses

Course Name	2020	2021	2022	2023
Engineering and Technology (QS Ranking)	112	111	126	93
Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering Rankings (QS Ranking)	151-200	151-200	151-200	151-200
PG Engineering and Technology (THE Ranking)	126-150	101-125	98	98

Computers Courses

Course Name	2020	2021	2022	2023
PG Computers (THE Ranking)	101-125	101-125	151-175	101-125

Science Courses

Course Name	2020	2021	2022	2023
Shanghai Mathematics Rankings (ARWU Shanghai Ranking)	101-150	76-100	76-100	NA
Shanghai Physics Rankings (ARWU Shanghai Ranking)	201-300	201-300	201-300	NA
Pharmacy & Pharmacology Rankings (QS Ranking)	51-100	51-100	51-100	49
Physics and Astronomy Rankings (QS Ranking)	101-150	101-150	NA	NA
Biological Sciences Rankings (QS Ranking)	101-150	151-200	151-200	201-250
Mathematics Rankings (QS Ranking)	101-150	101-150	101-150	101-150
Life Sciences Rankings (THE Ranking)	126-150	101-125	101-125	126-150
Psychology Rankings (THE Ranking)	126-150	126-150	101-125	201-250

Humanities Courses

Course Name	2020	2021	2022	2023
Shanghai Political Sciences Rankings (ARWU Shanghai Ranking)	301-400	301-400	201-300	NA
Shanghai Sociology Ranking (ARWU Shanghai Ranking)	151-200	101-150	151-200	NA
Communication and Media Studies Rankings (QS Ranking)	151-200	151-200	201-250	201-250
Art & Design Rankings (QS Ranking)	151-200	201-250	201-250	201-250
Sociology Rankings (QS Ranking)	101-150	101-150	101-150	151-200
Arts & Humanities Rankings (THE Ranking)	201-250	176-200	151-175	201-250

Medicine Courses

Course Name	2020	2021	2022	2023
Shanghai Nursing Rankings (ARWU Shanghai Ranking)	30	41	49	NA
Medicine Rankings (QS Ranking)	51-100	51-100	51-100	51-100
Nursing Rankings (QS Ranking)	18	14	9	5
Clinical and Health Rankings (THE Ranking)	70	78	75	75

Law Courses

Course Name	2020	2021	2022	2023
Shanghai Law Ranking (ARWU Shanghai Ranking)	201-300	201-300	201-300	NA
Law Rankings (QS Ranking)	151-200	201-250	201-250	201-250
Law Rankings (THE Ranking)	151-175	151-175	151-175	100

Is it hard to get into the University of Alberta?

The admittance rate at the University of Alberta is 58%. Meeting the minimum standards does not guarantee admission to the university because admission is competitive. Even after getting an admission offer, one must continue to fulfill the minimal standards in all disciplines to be considered for admission. Because space in each program is limited and admittance is competitive, the university advises students to apply as soon as possible.

Is University of Alberta cheap?

The University of Alberta is one of Alberta's cheapest universities. The tuition fees range from CAD 2,440 to CAD 15,442 (USD 1,933 – USD 12,238) and are based on the number of units or credits enrolled each semester. In addition to tuition fees, international students must also cover extra costs including lodging, transportation, health insurance, and others. The university typically includes cost estimators to assist students in calculating their total cost per academic year.

Is University of Alberta a good University?

The University of Alberta consistently receives top rankings among Canadian universities. It is placed fourth nationally and 37th out of the top 183 post-secondary colleges in North America according to the 2020 QS World University Rankings. The University of Alberta, one of the top 150 universities in the world, is connected to approximately 400 teaching and research collaborations across 50 nations. It has close ties to the municipal, provincial, and federal governments due to its location in Alberta's capital. Additionally, it has more than 100 centers and institutes, many of which have connections to business.

Does University of Alberta require ielts?

Yes, all applicants who do not speak English as a first language and/or who come from nations where English is not an official language must also submit proof of their language skills in addition to the academic admission requirements. The college also accepts IELTS as the proof: For English Language Proficiency (ELP)- IELTS (Academic) either In-person or IELTS Online needs an overall band score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 and a minimum score of 7.5 in the Speaking section.