Hey everyone! I’m looking into studying engineering at the University of Calgary and was wondering how much it would cost for an international student for one year, including tuition, housing, and other expenses. Also, how does it rank? I saw something about the University of Calgary QS ranking but not sure where it stands. Would love to hear from people who know more!
Hey! Tuition for international engineering students at UCalgary is around $30,000–$35,000 CAD (₹18–21 lakh) per year. Add in housing, food, books, and other stuff, and you’re looking at around $45,000–$55,000 CAD (₹27–33 lakh) total for the year. Definitely depends on your lifestyle though!
Yep, that sounds about right. If you live on-campus, expect to pay around $10,000–$15,000 CAD (₹6–9 lakh) for housing and meal plans. Off-campus can be cheaper, but Calgary’s rent prices have been rising, so it depends on where you stay.
For sure, off-campus can save money, but you’ll have to factor in transport. A bus pass is included in tuition, which helps, but winter in Calgary is no joke. If you’re not used to snow, staying on-campus might be worth the extra cost at least for the first year.
Good point about winter! Also, don’t forget insurance—it’s about $1,200 CAD (₹72,000) per year for international students. Plus, textbooks can be crazy expensive, so try getting used ones or digital versions