This April, select UBC graduate programs at UBC Vancouver are re-opening their applications specifically for U.S. citizens interested in beginning their studies in September 2025 or January 2026. These programs are ready to provide expedited admissions decisions.
What began as a one-week application window has been extended by several programs due to high interest. Deadlines now vary by program, so we encourage you to carefully review the deadlines and admissions requirements for your program of interest. If you're a prospective graduate student from the United States considering Canada for graduate school — now is the time.
The University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver offers world-class graduate education in one of the most dynamic and livable cities in the world. Did you know that only 21 US institutions rank higher than UBC in the Times Higher Education 2025 ranking? Globally, UBC ranks 26th in the Shanghai World University rankings. UBC is renowned for its cutting-edge research, strong industry connections, and excellent funding opportunities. Graduate students benefit from a collaborative academic environment, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and the chance to work alongside leading scholars in their fields.
At UBC, students enjoy:
Lower tuition costs compared to many US institutions
Favourable USD - CAD exchange rate
High quality of life with access to Canada's healthcare system
Post-graduation work permit opportunities
Breathtaking campus and close proximity to a vibrant city
Living in Vancouver, a city with a mild climate and well situated with an international airport
How to apply
If you are ready to apply, you can do so through the apply links below. Before applying, you will need to create a Campus Wide Login (CWL) if you don’t already have one.
Participating graduate programs
Many of our graduate programs are accepting late applications or have re-opened their applications for US applicants for September 2025. All of the programs listed below are ready to receive applications between in April and provide quick admissions decisions for start dates in Sept 2025.
Please review the January 2026 intake overview to see which programs accept applications regularly from all international students.
Architecture and Landscape Architecture (deadline April 20)
The School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture accepts students from the United States regardless of immigration status and offers advanced placement to eligible students.
Master of Architecture (MARCH)
Master of Architecture and Master of Landscape Architecture (MARCLA)
Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA)
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Bioinformatics (deadline April 24)
Biomedical Engineering
Cell & Developmental Biology
Chemical and Biological Engineering (deadline April 28)
Chemistry (deadline April 21)
Civil Engineering (deadline April 22)
Computer Science / Data Science
Craniofacial Science
Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences (deadline April 21)
Doctor of Philosophy in Atmospheric Science (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Geological Engineering (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Geological Sciences (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Geophysics (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Oceanography (PhD)
Master of Applied Science in Geological Engineering (MASc)
Master of Applied Science in Geophysics (MASc)
Master of Science in Atmospheric Science (MSc)
Master of Science in Geological Sciences (MSc)
Master of Science in Geophysics (MSc)
Master of Science in Oceanography (MSc)
Educational Studies
Master of Education in Adult Learning and Global Change (MEd)
Master of Education in Educational Administration and Leadership (MEd) - January 2026 intake only
Master of Education in Higher Education (MEd) - deadline April 28
Educational Technology (deadline May 5)
Master of Educational Technology (MET) - online program
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Food and Resource Economics (deadline April 28)
Food Science
French, Hispanic and Italian Studies
Genome Science and Technology (deadline April 24)
Interdisciplinary Oncology
Journalism, Writing, and Media (deadline May 1)
Kinesiology
Linguistics (deadline April 28)
Materials Engineering (deadline April 28)
Medical Genetics (deadline April 21-28)
Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Genetics (PhD) - deadline April 28
Master of Science in Medical Genetics (MSc) - deadline April 21
Mining Engineering (deadline May 1)
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Oceans and Fisheries
Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (deadline April 28)
Pharmaceutical Sciences (deadline April 21)
Physics and Astronomy
Rehabilitation Sciences (deadline April 30 - June)
Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Sciences (PhD) - deadline June 16
Master of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences (MSc) - deadline June 16
Master of Rehabilitation Science (MRSc) - deadline April 30
Surgery (deadline April 25)
Theatre and Film (deadline Apr 21)
Vancouver
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