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.
What's new
As a leading Canadian research university, we are a community committed to excellence and furthering students opportunities. See some of the new opportunities for students.
Opening doors for biology students into engineering
The Bioengineering Summer Institute provides high school students who excel in biology a new way to enter the Schulich School of Engineering.
This program allows students to pursue their interest in understanding the human body and developing biomedical devices — and to use it to begin a career in engineering.
Creating internship opportunities for all science students
The Faculty of Science is pleased to announce the creation of the Science Internship Program. This will provide all science students the opportunity to complete a paid internship.
University of Calgary breaks ground on Mathison Hall, new building for the Haskyane School of Business
Construction began in May 2020 for the Haskayne capital expansion project, which includes the new four-storey 10,000-square-metre Mathison Hall building and renovations to Scurfield Hall. These buildings will combine to become a new home for the Haskayne School of Business when construction is completed for September 2022.
Leadership and entrepreneurial thinking certificates introduced
The University of Calgary is introducing two new embedded certificates starting September 2021. The Embedded Certificate in Entrepreneurial Thinking and the Embedded Certificate in Leadership Studies will support student learning and growth in two key areas for the university.
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
Online group therapy program helps students manage anxiety and emotions during COVID-19
Researchers and Student Wellness develop a virtual psychotherapy intervention to support students experiencing emotional distress...
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.