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University of Victoria

Information updated 27.08.2026

Overview

The University of Victoria (UVic) is a public research university in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.

History

UVic became an autonomous degree-granting university in 1963. Its origins date to Victoria College, founded in 1903.

The University of Victoria states that it was founded in 1963; its predecessor Victoria College dates to 1903.

Programs

Programs span humanities, social sciences, sciences, engineering and computer science, business, education, fine arts, human and social development, law and graduate research fields.

Tuition

Tuition depends on program, course load and domestic or international status. UVic publishes official fee schedules for each academic period; applicants should use the current schedule rather than historical estimates.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by faculty, program and applicant type. International applicants should verify academic prerequisites, English-language requirements and document deadlines on the official admissions site.

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