University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine
Established
1950
City
Vancouver
Average Tution Fee
$15,000 / Year (Domestic Only)
Students
~70,000
International Students
~18,000+
About University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine
The University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine is one of Canada’s largest and most research-intensive medical schools, delivering a distributed medical education program across British Columbia. Students receive clinical training through Vancouver Coastal Health, Fraser Health, Interior Health, Island Health, Northern Health, and Provincial Health Services Authority.
The curriculum integrates biomedical sciences, clinical education, research, and community engagement while advancing innovation in cancer, genomics, neuroscience, global health, and digital medicine. The faculty prepares physicians to serve diverse urban, rural, and remote communities throughout the province.
Programs Offered
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Programs Offered
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Average Cost of Study
Avg. Tuition Fee
Hostel Fee
Living Cost
*Fees may vary depending on the university guideline and program.
Average Cost of Study
Avg. Tuition Fee
Hostel Fee
Living Cost
*Fees may vary depending on the university guideline and program.
Programs Offered
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Eligibility Criteria
- • Academics:Minimum 90 credits (3 years) or completed Bachelor’s degree with minimum 70% GPA (88%+ / 3.8+ competitive).
- • Standardized Testing:MCAT mandatory (minimum 124 in each section).
- • Language & Testing:CASPer test required + English proficiency.
- • Health & Documentation:Health clearance certificate and criminal record check.
Required Documents
- Official university transcripts from all post-secondary institutions (WES/ICES comprehensive report for foreign studies)
- Electronic MCAT score report
- CASPer test results
- UBC Non-Academic Activities list with verifier contact details
- Proof of Canadian Citizenship or PR card
- Proof of BC residency
- Proof of English/Indigenous studies prerequisite completion
- Criminal Record Check and immunization clearance.
