UBC MBA Program Costs
To apply to the full-time MBA program, all applicants (Canadian and International) pay the non-refundable $166.50 CAD fee prior to the application being processed. Please note that the electronic application requires payment of an application fee using MasterCard or Visa only. Application fees cannot be deferred and are only valid for the academic year in which you apply.
Tuition fees are payable in four equal installments in the first week of September, January, May and the last September of the program. Upon receipt of an offer of admission, you will be required to submit a non-refundable and non-transferable $5,000 deposit in Canadian currency.
The cost of living can vary greatly depending on your lifestyle, budget and spending habits, but these estimated costs of living in Vancouver while in the UBC MBA program should give you a general idea.
Tuition fees & expenses
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Tuition Fees & Expenses |
Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents |
International Students |
|---|---|---|
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Tuition fees for 2027 intake  tooltip
Tuition fees are subject to UBC Board of Governor's approval. The university may adjust fees at any time with limited notice. Tuition fees are payable in four equal installments in the first week of September, January, May and the last September of the program. Upon receipt of an offer of admission, you will be required to submit a non-refundable and non-transferable $5,000 deposit in Canadian currency. |
$56,766 |
$112,758 |
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Student Fees tooltip
These are mandatory fees for students at the University of British Columbia and are subject to change. Students will receive a U-PASS, allowing all students unmitigated access to Vancouver’s transit system, and AMS Extended Health Insurance, which will cover the duration of their time in the program. |
$1,800 |
$1,800 |
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MBA student building fee tooltip
This is a student-levied fee that UBC Sauder students pay, and was passed through student referendum to finance the renovation of the Henry Angus Building. The full amount is collected at the time of the first M.B.A. tuition instalment payment or the fourth J.D.M.B.A. tuition instalment payment. |
$2,027 |
$2,027 |
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MBA society fee |
$528 |
$528 |
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Global Immersion Experience tooltip
Working with your counterparts from local business schools, you’ll consult for successful companies on a mandatory project. Gather first-hand knowledge about the culture and commerce of another country, and develop the confidence to work in the global marketplace. |
$6,000 |
$6,000 |
| Global Immersion Experience administrative fee | $600 | $600 |
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Textbooks, course fees, supplies |
$3,300 |
$3,300 |
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iMED tooltip
This provides international students with basic health insurance for the first 3 months of their time in the UBC MBA program. This also includes a $9 billing charge. |
Not applicable | $205 |
Estimated living expenses
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Living Expenses |
Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents |
International Students |
|---|---|---|
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Rent (1 bedroom apartment off campus) tooltip
This figure is calculated based on the average for a one-bedroom apartment off-campus. Rent will vary depending on location and condition of the accommodation. |
$28,000 |
$28,000 |
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Utilities: cable TV, internet, heat |
$1,600 |
$1,600 |
|
Mobile phone (basic plan) |
$350 |
$350 |
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Medical Services Plan tooltip
Commonly known as MSP, the Medical Service Plan insures medically required services provided by physicians and supplementary health care practitioners and diagnostic procedures. |
Not applicable |
$75/month |
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Food & discretionary expenses |
$14,400 |
$14,400 |
- All fees and expenses are in Canadian dollars (CAD), per year.
- For more information, please visit UBC Graduate School Cost of Living Estimate page.
- Tuition fees are subject to UBC Board of Governor's approval. The university may adjust fees at any time with limited notice.
- The cost of living can vary greatly depending on your lifestyle, budget and spending habits.
Scholarships, awards and financial assistance
There are a number of financial aid, support and assistance options available to all UBC MBA applicants. We encourage you to thoroughly research all options available to you.
There are a number of financial aid, support and assistance options available to all UBC MBA applicants. We encourage you to thoroughly research all options available to you.
