Computer Science at University of Alberta: Fees, Living Costs, Test Scores, Visa Process, Work during Study, Entry Requirements.

Master of Science [M.S] [Computing Science] From University of Alberta

Edmonton, AlbertaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1908established year
39094enrollment
Public
Partner [4 Courses]
7.3/10

Master of Science [M.S] (Computing Science)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #125 out of 1200 by THE Global Ranking 2022

CA$12,240 /Yr

$8,813 /Yr
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18 Students Applied
8 Students Admitted

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For 2025 Intake Dec 15, 2024

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$8813 (CAD 12240)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing$7776 (CAD 10800)
Food$1944 (CAD 2700)
Total Cost$9720 (CAD 13500)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$8078 (CAD 11220)
2022$8640 (CAD 12000)
2021$10060 (CAD 13972)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Acceptance Rate 58%
Academic Requirement
  • Students must have a 4-year UG or equivalent degree from a recognized institution with adequate background in computing science and mathematics. 
  • Students have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B Grade) out of 4.0 which is equal to 7.0/10 to 7.4/10 CGPA or 70%, GPA considered for admission will be based on either the most recent 60 units of graded coursework completed or the equivalent of the last two years of full-time graded coursework. 
  • Exceptionally qualified applicants having the equivalent of a First-Class Honors BSc degree may be admitted directly to the Ph.D. program.
English Language Proficiency Score TOEFL iBT score - 100 | IELTS score - 7.0 | PTE - 68 | CAEL - 70
GRE
  • GRE is optional but highly recommended for International Students. 
  • GRE is also recommended for students with backgrounds unrelated to Computing Science.
Documents Required
  • Academic Transcripts with full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained. 
  • 3 letters of recommendation are required (academic and professional reference is required). 
  • Proof of GRE Scores (if applicable). 
  • Updated Resume/CV. 
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency.
Application Fee CAD 135 (8,343 INR)
Applications Deadline April 1, 2024 (May Intake)
Decision time within 1-2 weeks

Others:

In exceptional circumstances, the university may consider admitting such students to the graduate program, provided that they fulfill one or more of the following criteria:

  • Students have become established in their profession, with practical experience in Computing Science.
  • Student's accomplishments in their primary discipline are truly outstanding (for example, Students hold a scholarship from a respectable funding agency like NSERC, AIF, SSHRC, CIHR).
  • The student must demonstrate knowledge equivalent to having successfully completed 6 UG Computing Science courses in the following four areas:
    • Theory
    • Software
    • Applications
    • Computer Systems and Architecture

Scores Required

100 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

7 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

61 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

125 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo


Ranking

202420232022202120202019

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Engineering 90 out of 1374 in Global Ranking
( #5 out of 29 in Canada 2024)

QS World University logo
Engineering 100 out of 555 in Global Ranking
( #5 out of 22 in Canada 2024)

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Similar Programs

ProgramImportant DateTotal FeesMedian Exams Score
Application Deadline for Autumn (1st Feb 2022)
USD 11,340 /Yr
CAD 15,750 /Yr
Application Deadline For Fall Intake (1st Aug 2024)
Application Deadline For Winter Intake (1st Dec 2024)
Application Deadline For Summer Intake (1st Apr 2025)
USD 17,057 /Yr
CAD 23,690 /Yr
  • TOEFL: 61
  • IELTS: 6
  • TOEIC: 605
Application Deadline For Spring 2024 Intake (8th Jan 2024)
USD 14,187 /Yr
CAD 19,704 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL: 90
  • PTE: 60
Application Deadline For Fall Intake (1st Mar 2024)
Application Deadline For Winter Intake (1st Oct 2024)
USD 17,677 /Yr
CAD 24,552 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6.0
  • TOEFL: 80
  • PTE: 59
Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake (1st Feb 2025)
USD 10,503 /Yr
CAD 14,588 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL: 88
  • PTE: 58
  • Duolingo: 115

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Career and Placement after Course

Graduates of this program may find employment opportunities in sectors such as:

  • Software engineer
  • Data Scientist
  • Data Architect
  • Data Security Analyst
  • Applications Architect
  • Software Engineer
  • Information system consultant
  • Embedded systems engineer
  • Human-Machine Interaction Specialist

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Alberta Innovates Graduate Student ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeCollege-Specific
UAlberta Master's Entrance ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 12,600/Yr$17,500Level Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship (AGES)Scholarship per student$ 8,640/Yr$12,000Level Of StudyDoctorateTypeCollege-Specific
Prodigy Finance-GyanDhan ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 1,800/Yr$2,500Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Go Clean ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 2,520/Yr$3,500Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Golden Key Graduate Scholar AwardScholarship per student$ 1,080/Yr$1,500Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based


Options Available

ProgramDelivery TypeDurationProgram TypeTuition Fees
M.S Computer Science - Statistical Machine Learningfull time2 yearson-campus, Thesis Based$5474.88

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