How to Apply
Step 1: Requirements + Deadlines
Review general requirements and deadlines.
Step 2: Compile your Supporting Documents
We recommend you compile all supporting documents before starting your application.
You will need to scan and save all your supporting documents (except reference letters) as PDF files* and then upload them directly to the online application portal.
Supporting documents include the following:
- Academic documents (transcripts, degree certificates). Read the requirements for acceptance of uploaded transcripts.
- English Language Proficiency scores such as IELTS, Pearson, TOEFL, etc. (if applicable).
- Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Statement of intent.
- Reference letters (Supply names and email addresses of your references in the online application. We contact your referees directly.).
Please note the GRE, GMAT or WES evaluations are not required to apply to any of our programs, and we do not accept them. - Here are instructions for document preparation.
Step 3: Start your application
A $135 CAD non-refundable application fee is required. Payments can be made using a valid VISA or MasterCard credit card.
Graduate Application Fee Waived
As of July 5, 2021, the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) is no longer able to waive the graduate application fee for students from specific countries; all applicants are required to pay the non-refundable application fee.
Contact GPS through the Service Portal.
Fall Admissions
View graduate program application deadlines
Educational Programs Contact
Phone: 780-492-8211
Fax: 780-492-0364
Email: sph.programs@ualberta.ca