University of Northern British Columbia

University

Prince George, British Columbia · Founded 1990

Enrollment

4,000+ students

Degree Granting

Yes

Campuses

None documented

Website

www.unbc.ca

Acceptance Rate

80%

Address

3333 University Way, Prince George, BC V2N 4Z9

QS Ranking

Not ranked

Application Fee (2026 Est.)

$31 CAD

Notable Distinctions

Research focus on northern development

Programs & Specializations

Sciences Engineering Business Social Sciences Health Sciences

Most Popular Programs

Nursing Environmental Science Engineering (Environmental)Computer Science Business First Nations Studies Health Sciences Natural Resource Management

About

The University of Northern British Columbia is a small research university in Prince George, BC, focused on northern and Indigenous issues, environmental science, and health in rural communities. UNBC has been ranked the top small university in Canada by Maclean's multiple times. Its campus features a wood-frame design reflecting the region's forestry heritage.