University of Alberta

Established in 1908 in Edmonton, Alberta's capital, the University of Alberta stands as a prominent public research institution nestled along the picturesque North Saskatchewan River valley. Spanning approximately 50 city blocks, its main campus boasts a diverse array of 150 buildings spread across four campuses. Edmonton, renowned for its vibrant arts scene, hosts the world's second-largest fringe theatre festival and a renowned folk music festival, alongside the university's own 'festival of ideas'. The South Campus focuses on pioneering agricultural research and features a sprawling 32,516m2 sports center, housing numerous sports clubs, 14 varsity teams, and even serving as a training ground for the Canadian women’s national basketball team. Situated an hour's drive from Edmonton, the rural Camrose campus offers a residential learning environment dedicated to liberal arts and sciences education. Embracing Edmonton's French-speaking community, the university offers French instruction at the Faculté Saint-Jean, offering courses across various disciplines. Downtown, Enterprise Square serves as a hub for innovation, housing the Alberta School of Business among other ventures. Notably, the University of Alberta is the sole Canadian institution offering programs in native studies, enriching students' understanding of indigenous experiences, including language, culture, and history. Renowned for its palaeontology research, the university boasts a faculty comprising world-renowned dinosaur experts. With a vast alumni network exceeding 260,000 individuals, the university's graduates have made significant global impact, founding over 70,000 organizations worldwide, many of which champion cultural, environmental, or social causes. Alberta's legacy includes producing a Nobel Laureate, four justices of the Supreme Court of Canada, and housing 68 Rhodes Scholars, the highest number in Canada.