UBC for Indian Students
Vancouver & Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
One of Canada's top universities with strong co-op programs, environmental research leadership, and pathways to Canadian work experience. Compare with University of Toronto.
Top 3
In Canada
Top 40
QS World
2
Campuses
150+
Students Guided
What Makes UBC Different
Faculty-Based Admissions
Students apply to a faculty first (Science, Engineering, Sauder Business, Arts, Forestry), then specialize. Competitiveness varies significantly by faculty.
Co-op Education
UBC's co-op programs alternate study terms with paid work placements — improving employability, providing Canadian work experience, and helping offset education costs.
Research & Sustainability
Global leader in environmental research, climate science, forestry, and sustainability. Also strong in AI, computing, and life sciences.
Dr. Karan Gupta's tip: Students assume “Canada = easy admission.” UBC is selective, especially for competitive faculties. Underestimating the Personal Profile often hurts applications. Talk to us about your UBC strategy.
UBC Admission Requirements for Indian Students
Undergraduate
Masters / Graduate
MBA (Sauder School of Business)
Sauder MBA strengths:
- Asia-Pacific business connections
- Consulting & finance pathways
- Vancouver location advantage
Requirements:
- GMAT/GRE
- Work experience, essays, interview
- Read: MBA Strategy
Top Programs at UBC
Computer Science & AI: Strong research and growing Vancouver tech links
Engineering: Well-respected with co-op options
Business (Sauder): Strong UG commerce and MBA outcomes
Environmental Science & Sustainability: Global leader
Forestry & Natural Resources: One of the world's top programs
Costs & Scholarships
Costs
- Undergraduate: ~CAD$45,000–$60,000/year (faculty-dependent)
- Master's: ~CAD$9,000–$35,000/year (program-dependent)
- MBA: ~CAD$85,000+ total (Sauder)
- Living costs: ~CAD$1,500–$2,100/month | ~CAD$18,000–$25,000/year
- Total estimated annual budget: ~CAD$63,000–$85,000/year (tuition + Vancouver living)
- Approximate for recent intake cycles — Study in Canada | Cost Calculator
Scholarships
- UG: Entrance scholarships (limited full funding)
- Graduate: Assistantships, fellowships, funding packages
- MBA: Sauder merit-based scholarships
- Post-study work permit available in Canada
- Read: Scholarships Guide
KGC Students at UBC
Rishi Kapoor
UBC
“UBC was my top choice because of the co-op program and Vancouver's tech scene. KGC helped me with the Personal Profile — those short responses are surprisingly important. The faculty-based admission strategy was spot on.”
Ananya Bhatt
UBC
“I applied to UBC Sauder Commerce and the supplementary application was critical. Dr. Gupta helped me prepare responses that showed initiative and leadership. Got in with an entrance scholarship.”
Nikhil Reddy
UBC
“For my Masters in Environmental Science at UBC, KGC helped position my research background effectively. The SOP guidance was specific to what UBC values. Canada's post-study work permit was a major factor in my decision.”
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