University of Alberta International Scholarships
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
Use this listing to plan your research, not as confirmation of eligibility. Requirements, funding and deadlines can change. Confirm your course and current application cycle with the official provider. An unknown requirement is not a waiver.
- IELTS
- 7
- Components
- L 6 / R 6 / W 6 / S 6
- Study level
- Undergraduate, Postgraduate
- Deadline
- October–March
Last verified: 2026-03
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.
Listed IELTS requirement
| Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 86, PTE Academic 60, Duolingo 115
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1Alberta 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.
- 2The 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.
- 3Applications 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.
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