🇨🇦 Canada — University of Alberta
University of Alberta International Scholarships
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
Overall
6.5
Components
L 6 / R 6 / W 6 / S 6
Level
UG, PG
Deadline
October–March
Country
🇨🇦 Canada
Coverage
Up to $9,000 renewable entrance award for undergraduates, Graduate assistantships and fellowships for postgraduates
About University of Alberta International Scholarships
The University of Alberta International Scholarships include renewable entrance awards of up to $9,000 for undergraduates and graduate assistantships and fellowships for postgraduate students. International students are automatically considered for merit-based entrance awards upon admission, with additional awards available through individual faculties.
IELTS Required
| Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 86, PTE Academic 60, Duolingo 115
Coverage
- •Up to $9,000 renewable entrance award for undergraduates
- •Graduate assistantships and fellowships for postgraduates
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1.Alberta requires IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component. This is achievable with focused preparation — ensure no single band drops below 6.0 by practising all four skills regularly.
- 2.The university accepts multiple alternative tests including TOEFL iBT 86, PTE Academic 60, and Duolingo 115. If you are struggling with one IELTS component, consider whether an alternative test format might better suit your strengths.
- 3.Applications are accepted October–March. Take IELTS early in this window to give yourself time for retakes. The University of Alberta processes applications on a rolling basis, so earlier submissions with complete scores are advantageous.
Frequently Asked Questions
What IELTS score do I need for University of Alberta International Scholarships?
Does the University of Alberta accept TOEFL?
Can I apply to the University of Alberta without IELTS?
आपको विश्वविद्यालय IELTS आवश्यकता पूरा गर्नुहोस्
भर्नाको लागि Band 6.5, 7.0, वा 7.5 मा पुग्न निःशुल्क साप्ताहिक रणनीतिहरू।