University of Prince Edward Island
Upcoming Intake
Jan 2025
Tution Fee
Starts from 13,998 CAD
English Requirement
IELTS, TOEFL
Highlights
The University Of Prince Edward Island is a public university in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island and was founded in 1969. However, its roots can be traced back to 1820 when Kent College was created as well St Dunstan's University in 1855 and Prince of Wales College in 1860. They were merged in 1969 to bring together the Island's religious communities.
It has just over 5,000 students, 1,600 of which are international students from more than 90 countries around the world. In Maclean's 2022 Guide to Canadian Universities, the University of Prince Edward Island was ranked seventh for "primarily undergraduate" Canadian universities. It also came 34th in the country for reputation.
UPEI offers residence halls with various room configurations, including single rooms and shared suites.
Residence Life Advisors help international students to settle in and solve common queries.
Residence halls come with a kitchenette, shared bathrooms, TV lounges and laundry facilities as standard.
UPEI's Off-Campus Housing Office provides resources and listings to help students find suitable accommodation options off-campus in the nearby area too.
Some international students choose homestay programmes, where a local host family takes care of them and shows them the nearby area.
The university's Student Affairs team offers many supports available for personal and academic success. This includes personal health and wellness, academic guidance, career development and health care services.
Campuses
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, provides a safe environment for international students. The city has a friendly atmosphere and slow pace of life.
The cost of living in Charlottetown is generally considered affordable, particularly in terms of housing and transportation, compared to other major Canadian centers.
FAQs
The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) offers several scholarships specifically for international students. The most prominent of these are the Entrance Awards for International Students, which are awarded annually to incoming students demonstrating strong academic performance and holding a valid Canadian study permit. The awards range from $1,000 to $3,000 and international students are automatically considered during the application process.
