Mount Royal University is a public undergraduate university in south-west Calgary, with views of the Rockies on clear days. It focuses on bachelor's degrees in business, nursing, computer science, communications and arts, with small classes and a practical approach. Calgary's energy, finance and tech sectors are close by.
Calgary, Canada
Official website: international.mtroyal.ca
Public undergraduate university in Alberta
1910 in Calgary
Most classes under 40 students
CA$20,000 – CA$26,000
International students, undergraduate programmes
CA$14,000 – CA$18,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on international.mtroyal.ca before you apply.
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
Bachelor of Computer Information Systems
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 7.0, TOEFL: 92
Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
Small classes at an undergraduate-focused university.
Mountain views from campus.
Calgary's large corporate job market.
Graduates join Calgary's energy, finance, health and tech employers.
University graduates can apply for a post-graduation work permit.
Alberta's nominee programme supports graduates who stay.
Undergrad
1 Mar 2027
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Limited programmes
Postgrad
No PG intake
The campus is in south-west Calgary, with residences and a bus link to the CTrain.
Calgary is sunny, close to Banff and has no provincial sales tax. Rent is below Toronto and Vancouver.
Letter of acceptance from Mount Royal University
Alberta provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
MRU's international deadline for September is usually 1 March, but popular programmes fill earlier.
Most programmes start in September; business also in January.
You'll need a study permit. Mount Royal University sends a letter of acceptance, and most students also need a provincial attestation letter. The permit application goes online to IRCC with proof of funds and biometrics.
Business administration, computer information systems, nursing and journalism are popular. Entry is based on final-year grades with IELTS 6.5-7.0.
MRU offers international entrance scholarships. Check the awards page.
