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University of Victoria

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Overview

Founded in 1963, the University of Victoria is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Victoria (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), British Columbia. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills of British Columbia, University of Victoria (UVic) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University of Victoria (UVic) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 61-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UVic also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Victoria's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Victoria's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Victoria' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Victoria's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym UVic
Founded 1963 Origins date back to 1903
Motto Multitudo sapoentum sanitas orbis
A multitude of the wise is the health of the world
Colours Red, gold and blue
Mascot Thunder the Viking
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University Location

Address PO Box 1700
Victoria
V8W 2Y2 British Columbia
Canada
University of Victoria's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Victoria Phone Number +1 (250) 721 7211
University of Victoria Fax Number +1 (250) 721 7212

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Victoria's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Victoria's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Victoria's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Victoria.

University of Victoria: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Victoria's admission information.

University of Victoria's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Victoria's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Victoria a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Victoria's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Victoria's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Victoria has more than 4300 international students.

University of Victoria's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Victoria.

University of Victoria's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Victoria has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Victoria's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 800-899 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Victoria's Control Type Control Type

University of Victoria is a public higher education institution.


University of Victoria's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Victoria is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Victoria's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


University of Victoria's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Victoria does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Victoria's main facilities:


University of Victoria's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Victoria's Library


University of Victoria's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


University of Victoria's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Victoria's main services:


University of Victoria's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Victoria's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Victoria's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Victoria's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Victoria's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Victoria's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Victoria is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills of British Columbia


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Victoria's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Psychological Association (APA)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Victoria's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Victoria 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

University of Victoria's Facebook page University of Victoria's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Victoria's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Victoria's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Victoria's YouTube channel University of Victoria's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Victoria's Instagram page University of Victoria's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Victoria's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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