Jordanian credential
The University of Alberta accepts the General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihi) with final marks from applicants in Jordan.
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University of Alberta
A U15 research university in Edmonton, strong across engineering, medicine and the sciences.
QS World #96QS World Rankings 2027
Founded 1906Public research university
31,185Students
About the university
Why students choose the University of Alberta
A U15 research university in Edmonton, strong across engineering, medicine and the sciences.
We place students here by direct application, which suits applicants whose grades and English result already meet the published entry requirements.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: University of Alberta, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Translated documents
Documents not issued in English or French must come with an official English translation by a certified translator.
Tuition deposit
Most new international applicants pay a CAD 5,000 tuition deposit to accept their offer and receive the Provincial Attestation Letter needed for a study permit.
Tuition guarantee
International undergraduates get a tuition guarantee, so the annual and total program tuition is fixed before they accept their offer.
Compare your Tawjihi average with every partner university
Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What the University of Alberta costs
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
International Admission ScholarshipUp to CAD 10,000Top international applicants, assessed automatically on their high school admission average; no separate application.
President's International Distinction ScholarshipUp to CAD 120,000 over 4 years25 first-year undergraduates on a study permit with a superior admission average and demonstrated leadership; apply by January 10.
International Leader ScholarshipUp to CAD 15,000Well-rounded international applicants with superior academics and leadership in school, community or work; application required.
Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Alberta
Bachelor of Science with Major in Computing Science
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MBA/Master of Engineering Combined Degree
Course page
Compare courses at every partner university
A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to the University of Alberta, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Alberta is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at the University of Alberta: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppDoes the University of Alberta offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. International Admission Scholarship (Up to CAD 10,000); President's International Distinction Scholarship (Up to CAD 120,000 over 4 years); International Leader Scholarship (Up to CAD 15,000). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into the University of Alberta?
GESCO applies to the University of Alberta by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is the University of Alberta?
The University of Alberta is in Canada. It was founded in 1906.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Alberta?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Alberta directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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Interested in the University of Alberta?
Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.
- Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
- A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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