Concordia University of Edmonton
The welcoming Concordia University of Edmonton campus is located in a residential area overlooking the North Saskatchewan River valley, just minutes from Edmonton’s downtown. CUE offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, concentrations and minors; four master’s degrees; one doctorate; several after-degree programs; graduate and undergraduate certificates and diplomas and continuing education programs. In recent years, the school has added several dual-degree programs, including two international options and a doctor of psychology program. An “open studies” stream is available for those who don’t want to declare a major in their first year. The Allan Wachowich Centre for Science, Research and Innovation houses labs, scientific community spaces and an Indigenous knowledge and research centre, as well as the Centre for Innovation and Applied Research, which helps student entrepreneurs launch their own businesses. Construction is underway on a new academic building and student quad, which will house classrooms, labs, lecture theatres, offices and workshop spaces. “Through high-impact learning opportunities, tailored pathways, and meaningful, one-on-one mentorship, CUE aims to grow our student population, enhance our reputation and position ourselves as the university of choice in Alberta and beyond,” says president Tim Loreman. “I’m pleased to see our reputation growing as our successful alumni and students continue to be recognized nationally and internationally.”
Campus Buzz: Students can master their skills at Braaksma Hall, a new student learning facility with state-of-the-art lecture halls, labs and classrooms that are meant to maintain a close-knit community feel.
Quick facts
Tuition (includes compulsory ancillary fees)
$11,475
Minimum Entering Grades
Arts: 60% | Science: 60.8% | Commerce: 65.4%
Student Body
Undergraduates: Full-time: 2,266 | Part-time: 122
Graduates: Full-time: 149 | Part-time: 32
International Students: First-year: 17.8% | Graduate: 81.9%
Housing Facts
Residence Spaces: 86 (first come, first served)
Cost of double room with meals: $9,110
Cost of single room with meals: $11,310
Cost of apartment-style: $4,910 to $7,110
Standout programs
Environmental Science: Students study terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems by engaging in discussions on major environmental issues. Graduates may go into environmental consulting, conservation, natural resource management or policy analysis.
Chemistry: Students learn how to design and conduct experimental protocols, analyze data and develop models and theories. Opportunities are available to gain hands-on experience and contribute to research, even in first and second year.
Management—Cybersecurity: Taught by experienced professionals, the curriculum includes security governance, assessment and testing, identity and access management, risk identification and analysis.
