FAQs for IB Students

Where do I get an application for admission to University of Calgary?

Applications for Fall 2011 Admission to University of Calgary are online and available here.  The deadline for submission to limited enrolment programs is April 1, 2011.  This includes Education, Kinesiology, Engineering, and Health Sciences.  For all other programs the application deadline is May 1, 2011.

Students wishing to apply online for scholarships will require a University of Calgary ID Number to access their application. Therefore, students should apply for admission for University of Calgary as soon as possible in order to receive their ID Number in sufficient time.

How do I apply for University of Calgary Scholarships?

There are two broad categories of entering scholarships for high school students applying to the University of Calgary: Entrance Awards and Outstanding Achievement Awards. The deadline to apply for Entrance Awards is April 1, 2011. The deadline for Outstanding Achievement Awards is December 15, 2010. Details on the process of applying for these awards can be found in at Financial Aid's website.

Note: You do not have to apply for the scholarships for IB Diploma students. Consideration for these will be automatic pending submission of official IB Diploma results.

I am studying in a Canadian high school; do I submit my classroom grades or my IB Diploma results when I apply for admission?

Submit both. We will use whichever set of results works to your advantage when making admission decisions. Please note that final and official IB Diploma results will be the basis for formal admission consideration and that anticipated IB results will be the basis for early admission consideration.

I am an International student - will my IB Diploma results be sufficient to meet admission requirements?

Regardless of your citizenship, the IB Diploma is a sufficient admission credential. Please note that University of Calgary's admission requirements (the subjects and scores required for admission) for IB Diploma students will vary by Faculty and program. In addition to meeting admission requirements, all students must meet English Language Proficiency requirements.

Are International students eligible for entering Scholarships?

International students are eligible for the IB Matters scholarships for IB Diploma students and for University of Calgary Entrance Awards.
International students are not eligible for Outstanding Achievement Awards.

Advice & Guidance

One of the best ways to make the most of the opportunities available to you is to make early contact with faculty advisors. Each faculty has advisors who can provide you with guidance and advice as you make plans for your undergraduate studies. For example, they will help you understand how to use your advanced credit most effectively.

Our Enrolment Services team can also provide an excellent overview of the special programs and policies available to you, as well as connect you with staff members, faculty advisors and other students (including other IB Diploma students). They can also answer any specific questions or concerns your application for admission to the University of Calgary. You can contact our Enrolment Services team at (403) 210-7625.

Checklist &
Important Dates

Have you:

□ Completed your application form?

□ Made arrangements to have your transcripts shared with the University of Calgary?

□ Applied for residence?

□ Applied for Entrance Awards and other scholarships?

□ Registered for your courses?

Important Dates:

April 1	- Application deadline for Fall 2011 Admission to University of Calgary - Application deadline for Entrance Awards - Deadline for submitting anticipated IB results
April 30	Application deadline for guaranteed residence
August 1	Deadline for providing final IB results to University of Calgary
Mid August	University of Calgary will notify students of their advanced credit assessment
Late August	Winners of IB scholarships will be notified