About MacEwan University

MacEwan University Highlights 

College Info

Founded in 1971, MacEwan University provides student focused instruction in a warm and supportive atmosphere. It focuses on teaching, so that the students can focus on learning. The university inspires students with a powerful combination of academic excellence and personal learning experiences. Through learner centred teaching, it connects with the students creating a unique post-secondary experience that opens up diverse pathways for their achievement and growth. At the university, the creativity thrives through research and innovation that engages students, faculty and the community.

MacEwan offers more than 65 programs, 8 four-year bachelor programs, 2 applied degrees, as well as 43 diploma and certificate programs. The university provides a transformative education in a collaborative and supportive learning environment. It is focuses on students to provide them with career choices and opportunities for success with a dynamic mix of undergraduate degrees, certificates, diplomas and degree transfer programming. Creativity thrives here through research and innovation that engages students, faculty and the community.

The university is located in downtown Edmonton, and the pulse of the city runs through everything it does. Its neighbours are galleries, coffee shops, museums, theatres, arenas, and government and community agencies, which means students are only a short walk away from countless opportunities to explore, work and make a difference.

MacEwan University  Rankings

• Ranked 47 (country) and 1407 (worldwide) - UniRank
• Country ranking is 73 and World ranking is 4255 - 2018 edition of Ranking Web of Universities
• In a Globe and Mail survey, degree students rated the University an “A” for the overall quality of education.
• Ranked higher than other western or Canadian institutions in the National Survey of Student Engagement, for its supportive environment, student/faculty interaction, and level of academic challenge.

MacEwan University  Campus

MacEwan has two campuses:

• The City Centre Campus stretches across six-blocks. Apart from the many classrooms and labs, the campus also houses the Christenson Family Centre for Sport and Wellness, Library, MacEwan International and MacEwan Residence among others.
• Alberta College Campus is home to the School of Continuing Education and the Conservatory of Music alongside more than 50 classrooms, computer and science labs, library, recital facility etc.

Academic Divisiosns

MacEwan University, shortened to MacEwan is a non-profit, public co-ed institution for higher education in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Accredited by the Alberta Advanced Education, it offers programs of varying duration and modes of learning, in diverse areas of study.

• Fine arts
• Health and community studies
• Liberal arts
• Nursing
• Business

Teaching Quality

2009 MacEwan University survey, 84% of our students across all programs were satisfied with the overall quality of their education here. In the National Survey of Student Engagement, senior degree students rated MacEwan University higher than other western and Canadian institutions for its supportive campus environment, student/faculty interaction, and level of academic challenge. And, in a Globe and Mail survey, second- and third-year degree students gave us an “A” for overall quality of education.

Advantages of Mac Ewan University

• 19,000+ part-time and full-time students and 12,000+ in credit program
• Financial aid of CAD 8.4 million dollars provided to more than 6,000 students.
• International partnerships with several global universities including the University of New England, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies.
• Dedicated job portal, MacEwan Works, that caters to both existing students as well as recent grads to find placement opportunities.
• Nearly 90 clubs under the Student Association of MacEwan University (SAMU)

MacEwan University Financial Aid

• Many options are available for students to finance their education at the MacEwan University.
• Some of the options include student loans, scholarships specifically for international students, bursaries, awards among others.
• Students need to apply for these scholarships through the official portal of the university.
• Student loans and part time funding is also available and can be checked online.
• Some of the scholarships are given below:

Scholarship	Criteria	Value	No. of Awards
CFCW	Outstanding academic achievement; enrolment in a full time program; preference to women	CAD 1000	2
Aaron Michael Memorial Bursary	Enrolment in full time program/diploma/certificate program; Completed one trimester of study; Showing the need of the bursary	CAD 600	1
4-H Alberta Scholarships	Member of Alberta Club; Successful applicants must provide proof that they are attending a post secondary institution as a full time student.	Varies	Varies

Famous Alumni’s

The University offers several benefits, services and supports to the alumni in order to help them stay involved with their alma mater. Recent grads (within last 2 years) can register with University Job Board MacEwanWorks to search for job postings, upload documents, book an appointment and register for events.

Application Fees – CAD $ 110

MacEwan University English Language Requirements

• IELTS – Minimum overall band score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each band.
• TOEFL – Minimum total score of 86 and a minimum score of 21 in each section.
• PTE – Minimum overall score of 59 and a minimum score of 56 in each band.

MacEwan University Application Process

Application Portal: All students are required to fill the online application form through the official college website, apply section. Students are advised to apply early.

Application Fee: 110 CAD

Admission deadlines:

All (September)	Winter (January)	Spring/Summer (May/June)
October 1	February 1	May 1

Admission Requirements:

• Academic transcripts and certificates
• Curriculum vitae or resume
• Financial support evidence
• English Proficiency test scores.
• Program-specific requirements.
• Interviews/ auditions

 

MacEwan University Highlights

Type	Public
Campus setting	Urban
Registration fee (for international students)	110 CAD
English proficiency test scores accepted	IELTS/ TOEFL/ Cambridge English Test/ PTE/ Duo Lingo Test
Financial aid	Available
Accommodation	Available

MacEwan University The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Before deciding to study in one of the Canadian universities, one must estimate the average cost of living in Canada. Tabulated below are the expenses one needs to incur on a monthly basis to study at MacEwan University. The tuition fees for international students are based on credits. Other fees include the service fees and course specific fees which can be checked online.

Expense	Monthly cost in CAD
Tuition fee (18 credits)	12,060
Locker fee (term)	20
Housing- MacEwan Residence	988-1,300
Electrical Utilities	70
Personal	200-300
Non-Program International Student Service	50
Food	300
Cable TV/internet	65

Cost of transportation is covered in tuition fee as the institute provides UPass.

MacEwan University English Proficiency Test Scores

Tests accepted	Minimum scores
TOEFL (IBT)	86 or above
IELTS	5.5 (a minimum score of 5.5 in each band.)
PTE	59 overall (a minimum score of 56 in each band.)
CET	180
DET	115 or above
Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)	70 or above
Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)	overall score of 85 and a minimum score of 80 in GCVR
Test in Practical English Proficiency (EIKEN)	Grade 1