High school counsellors and advisors
We know the important role that you play in helping your students assess and evaluate their post-secondary options. We are here to support you in this vital role.
Stories and tips for future students
We have the answers to your most common questions!
We polled our Recruitment and Admission Teams to hear the most common questions they received this month from prospective students, parents, and counsellors, and we want to share their responses with...
UCalgary programs
Check out some resources to learn more about our programs and our campus. Choose from a range of high-quality programs at one of the top 250 universities in the world.
View all application dates and deadlines
Publications
View our 2020-2021 publications.
UCalgary Research Impact
A new frontier: History of Alberta’s Primary Care Networks captures the spirit of the West
New paper details Alberta’s primary health-care transformation and the people, time and culture of change...
Counsellor resources
Here are some helpful resources to assist you as you help your students navigate UCalgary:
Admissions
- Information on applying:
View Canadian and international admission requirements - First-choice and second-choice programs:
Learn more about first-choice and second-choice programs - Accepting an offer of admission:
What your students need to do to accept an admission offer
Fees and financing
- Scholarships and awards:
Information on how to apply for entrance scholarships - Cost calculator:
Online tool to estimate fees based on a selected faculty - Funding their education:
There are a variety of sources to help cover the costs of attending university
Registration
- New student registration:
Learn how to select and register in courses - First-Year degree guide:
Details regarding programs and courses students need to take in their first year - Schedule builder:
Online tool to help students select courses and create a timetable - Faculty Advisors:
Each Faculty has program advisors to support course planning and course selection
Career Services
Students can receive professional support as they prepare for their career after graduation.
UCalgary Dinos
Do you have students who are interested in playing for the Dinos? Students should directly contact the head coach of the sport they're interested in.
Applying for a study permit
Staff in International Student Services can legally answer questions from international students about the study permit application process.
Living on campus
Students are guaranteed a home on campus for the first two years of study if they apply for residence by May 1, 2021.