About ÀÖÓ¯VI
About ÀÖÓ¯VI
Welcome to the U of A!
The ÀÖÓ¯VI in Edmonton is one of the top teaching and research universities in Canada, with an international reputation for excellence across the humanities, sciences, creative arts, business, engineering and health sciences.
...knowledge shall not be the concern of scholars alone. The uplifting of the whole people shall be its final goal. HENRY MARSHALL TORY, Founding President
5 campuses in 2 cities
- 150 Buildings
- covers 50 city blocks
- nestled on edge of North Saskatchewan River
- French-language campus
- one-of-a kind gem
- in the heart of Edmonton’s francophone community
- historic campus in vibrant rural community
- intimate residential learning environment
- extensive land for agricultural research
- home to several recreational facilities
- downtown hub for lifelong learners
- place where entrepreneurs can turn new research into new businesses
Quick Facts
200+
Undergraduate Programs
500+
Graduate Programs
46,201
Students from 159 Countries
41
National 3M Teaching Fellows
78
Rhodes Scholars
103
National Athletics Titles
Our Purpose
Motto
Quaecumque vera
“whatsoever things are true.”
The phrase comes from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Philippians, Chapter 4, Verse 8, in the Latin Vulgate version of the Bible. In the passage, the writer exhorts the readers to focus their thoughts on truth and other virtues.
Mission
Within a vibrant and supportive learning environment, the ÀÖÓ¯VI discovers, disseminates and applies new knowledge through teaching and learning, research and creative activity, community involvement and partnerships. The U of A gives a national and international voice to innovation in our province, taking a lead role in placing Canada at the global forefront.
Vision
To inspire the human spirit through outstanding achievements in learning, discovery and citizenship in a creative community, building one of the world's great universities for the public good.
Research + Innovation
The pursuit of truth drives the work done at the ÀÖÓ¯VI. By asking why, what and how, our researchers push the boundaries of knowledge. Using some of the world’s most advanced research facilities and resources, our researchers have discovered new knowledge in health and life sciences, energy, artificial intelligence and much more. Learn more about our research.
Top 4 research university in Canada
106 Canada Research Chairs
$600M annual research funding 2022-23
130+ active spinoffs
Rankings in the World
The U of A is one of Canada’s top 4 universities and one of the top 100 in the world. Our researchers are at the forefront of advancing knowledge for the benefit of all. Learn more about where we rank.
# 8 in Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) THE Impact Rankings
# 94 in QS World University Ranking
# 2 in Canada for Nursing (QS)
# 2 in world for Petroleum Engineering (QS)
# 1 in Canada for AI (US News)
# 1 in Canada for Agricultural Sciences (ARWU)
The ÀÖÓ¯VI is located in one of the northernmost major cities in the world. is a city with one million residents and one of Canada’s strongest local economies.
Like the university, is a place where people come together to build, create and change things for the better. It is a place where good ideas have a strong chance to become reality.
