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=109th in World University Rankings 2024
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About

Basic information and contact details for the University of Alberta

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The University of Alberta exists to inspire and ignite the human spirit in pursuit of a better tomorrow. Its work is rooted in its commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, while honouring Indigenous identities, languages, cultures and world views. As one of the world’s top 100 teaching and research universities, the U of A ranks among the top 5 in Canada, providing a $19.4 billion annual economic impact in Alberta alone. The U of A seeks to challenge, to change, and to always be Leading with Purpose.

 

More than 44,000 students and 13,000 staff shape the U of A, with outstanding achievements in learning, research, creativity, innovation and engagement across five campuses — including one rural and one francophone. The U of A attracts top talent in rigorous undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in 17 faculties across three colleges and more than $550 million in sponsored research revenue. The U of A has more than 300,000 alumni worldwide.

 

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Rankings

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Key Student Statistics

A breakdown of student statistics at the University of Alberta

gender ratio
Student gender ratio
55 F : 45 M (2)
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International student percentage
27% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
22.8 (1)
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Student total
33730 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2024, (2) World University Rankings 2022

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Subjects Taught at the University of Alberta

See below for a range of subjects taught at the University of Alberta

Life Sciences101–125th

  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Sport Science
  • Veterinary Science
  • Biological Sciences

Law101–125th

  • Law

Education=75th

  • Education

Arts and Humanities151–175th

  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Archaeology
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • Architecture

Business and Economics101–125th

  • Economics and Econometrics
  • Business and Management
  • Accounting and Finance

Clinical and Health73rd

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Computer Science89th

  • Computer Science

Engineering=90th

  • General Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Social Sciences151–175th

  • Sociology
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Geography
  • Communication and Media Studies

Psychology176–200th

  • Psychology

Physical Sciences126–150th

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Physics and Astronomy
  • Mathematics and Statistics
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Downloads

Download in-depth information about the University of Alberta

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International Viewbook 2024-25

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Domestic Undergraduate Viewbook 2024-25