University of Northern British Columbia

Brochure 2012

The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), located in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada offers the vitality that comes from a relatively young faculty of accomplished scholars recruited worldwide, innovative academic programming, and a commitment to make education a personal, purposeful, and enriching experience for every student.

UNBC offers you a wide range of degree programs and the opportunity, in many programs, to combine study and work through Co-operative Education.

Quality teaching, personal attention and opportunities for involvement all contribute to an atmosphere at UNBC that supports students in achieving their personal goals.

UNBC provides a wide variety of services to support the intellectual, personal, physical, cultural, and professional development of students. Students will find a welcoming, supportive environment, based on mutual respect. You will get to know your professors, have access to excellent educational and research facilities, be able to join a wide range of student activities, and have unique opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Known as BC's northern capital, Prince George is a bustling city of over 77,000 situated at the crossroads of Highway 97 (north-south) and Highway 16 (east-west), and at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako Rivers. As a major city of the Pacific Rim, Prince George is firmly tied to the global market.

The success of UNBC is the result of an approach to education that recognizes the importance of quality teaching, personal attention, ground-breaking research, and being relevant to the North.

A spirit of adventure characterizes UNBC. Students and faculty come from across British Columbia and around the world to enjoy a beautiful campus with state-of-the-art technology, a personal learning environment, and the lifestyle available in a rich, northern Canadian environment. The atmosphere at UNBC encourages ingenuity in the search for new discoveries.

Academic Year extends from September 1 to August 31. The September Semester runs from early September to mid December. The January Semester runs from early January to late April.

The May Semester runs from May to August with a break and includes Spring and Summer Intersessions.

UNI students pay UNI tuition and fees (in-state or out-of-state) plus the study abroad fee to participate. The program cost does not include housing, food, books and supplies, round-trip air transportation (if applicable), international health insurance, and personal expenses.