Question 1

Is it tough for Indian students to get into the University of Prince Edward Island?

Accepted Answer

Getting a seat UPEI is moderately competitive for Indian students. The university acceptance rate ranges between 60% and 75%, as per some unofficial sources. Indian students who meet the academic and English proficiency requirements generally find it easy to get a seat here.Consult one of our expert counsellors at Shiksha Study Abroad, to know about your admission chances, for FREE.

Question 2

How many Indian students attend the University of Prince Edward Island?

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UPEI enrolled 287 Indian students at it's Charlottetown campus, as of late 2024. Indian students make up 33.3% of the overall Asian students at the Uni of Prince Edward Island.Mentioned below is a breakdown of UPEI international students, as per their region of origin:RegionPercentage of UPEI International Students Enrolled (2024)Asia47.3%Africa34.8%North America (excluding Canada)13.1%South America2.8%Europe2.2%Other0.1%

Question 3

Who are some of the notable alumni of UPEI?

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University of Prince Edward Island has managed to create a huge number of notable alumni, who are pioneering in their respective fields. UPEI's alumni are often awarded awards and recognition by the university to appreciate their achievements in society. Presently, UPEI Alumni Association is responsible for maintaining a close-knit bond between the alumni and the university. Some of them are:Notable AlumniProfessionMike DuffyPoliticianTyler ShawSingerFrank ZakemRenowned BusinessmanLorne BonnellPhysicianHenry CallbeckBusinessman

Question 4

Are students allowed to work while studying in the University of Prince Edward Island?

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Yes, Prince Edward Island Uni allows Indian students to work during studies. Students can work up to 24 hrs/week during the academic session. However, as part of semester breaks, students have the freedom to work full-time.

Question 5

Does the University of Prince Edward Island require any application fee?

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Yes, the University of Prince Edward Island charges an application fee when candidates are submitting their online application. Students can refer to the listings below for the University of Prince Edward Island application fee:All courses - CAD 100 (INR 6.9 K)Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program: CAD 75  (INR 5.2 K)

Question 6

What are the University of Prince Edward Island admission requirements for undergraduates?

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To get a seat at Uni of Prince Edward Island for higher studies, all Indian UG students need to meet certain admission requirements. Listed below are the Prince Edward Island University entry requirements for prospective UG students from India:High school transcriptsMark sheets of high school;Letter of RecommendationPortfolio for specific programs like Arts; andSAT score (if required)Proof of English proficiency

Question 7

How can Indian students get into University of Prince Edward Island?

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University of Prince Edward Island accepts country-specific qualifications from Indian students and they must be fulfilled by the applicants in order to secure an enrollment in UPEI. Prince Edward Island University entry requirements for Indian students comprise of the following:Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (awarded by CISCE)/All India Secondary School Certificate (awarded by CBSE) with Marks Statement (Standard X); orIndian School Certificate (awarded by CISCE)/All India Senior School Certificate (awarded by CBSE) with Marks Statement (Standard XII) with minimum 70% on 5 five academic subjects.

Question 8

Does University of Prince Edward Island offer scholarships to Indian students?

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Yes, UPEI offers several scholarships to Indian students. These carry financial rewards upto INR 2.1 Lakhs per year. Scholarships are generally given to students with strong academic and leadership abilities.Mentioned below are some of the best UPEI scholarships for Indian students to consider:ScholarshipBenefitsInternational Entrance AwardINR 69 K to INR 2.1 LakhsInternational Scholastic Achievement AwardINR 1.1 LakhsRoyal Commonwealth Society Award (PEI Branch)INR 41.5 K

Question 9

Is it expensive for Indian students to study at University of Prince Edward Island?

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It takes around INR 8 Lakhs to INR 16 Lakhs on average to pursue a degree course at UPEI. This can be considered affordable to study in Canada. Check the table below for the course-specific fees requirements:CoursesUPEI 1st Year Tuition FeesBAINR 9 LMSINR 9.5 Lakhs to INR 12.1 LakhsBAINR 9.3 Lakhs to INR 11.3 LakhsBBAINR 9.9 Lakhs to INR 11.2 LakhsMBA or PGDMINR 15.65 Lakhs

Question 10

Which majors is University of Prince Edward Island known for?

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UPEI offers over 100 UG, PG, Doctorate and Certification courses to students. Some of its popular majors across the UG and PG levels of studies are listed below:Undergraduate Courses: Arts, Biology, Communication, Leadership & Culture, Computer Science, EconomicsGraduate Courses - Applied Health Services Research, Veterinary Medicine, Business Administration, Environmental Science, Nursing, and Psychology

Question 11

Does University of Prince Edward Island offer co-op programs?

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Yes, Uni Prince Edward Island Canada offers nationally-accredited co-op programs across its Faculties of Arts, Business, and Sciences. These allow students to gain work experience during their studies and also earn between CAD 18 and CAD 26 (INR 1.2 K and INR 1.8 K) per hour.Students enrolled in co-op programs at UPEI can work full-time for 14 to 16 week terms. Check the table below for the co-op work term schedule at UPEI:TermWorking MonthsJob Postings StartWinterJan to AprSepSummerMay to AugJanFallSep to DecJun

Question 12

How many courses make up a full-time student workload at University of Prince Edward Island?

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The minimum course load required to be officially considered a full-time student is 3 courses (9 semester hrs of credit) per semester.PG students are considered full-time by default. They need to enroll in classes or thesis components every semester.Source: upei.ca

Question 13

What are the University of Prince Edward Island's global rankings?

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UPEI global ranking is #1501 for Sustainability and #46 for Veterinary Science among Global Universities in 2026, as per QS. However, it is unranked across platforms like Shiksha and THE for the year 2026.

Question 14

How does University of Prince Edward Island rank for Veterinary Medicine in 2026?

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UPEI ranks among the top 600 universities globally for its Veterinary Science program in 2026. US News ranks it #597 in the world for Plant and Animal Science. It is unranked in the Best Global Universities and Best Global Universities in Canada category of the platform's 2026 university rankings.

Scholarship	Benefits	Eligibility Criteria
International Entrance Award	CAD 1,000 to CAD 3,000 (INR 69 K to INR 2.07 Lakhs) per year	Hold a valid Canada study permit Demonstrate academic excellence (converted high school average between 90% and 100%, or among the top 5% to 10% of the class) Strong recommendations from teachers and instructors Proof of active participation in extra-curriculars Strong leadership potential
International Scholastic Achievement	CAD 1,500 (INR 1.03 Lakhs)	Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 Contributed to the campus community Not received an International Scholastic Achievement Prize in the past
Royal Commonwealth Society (PEI Branch) Award	CAD 600 (INR 41.4 K)	Student form a Commonwealth country in any field of study Demonstrate academic excellence and financial need

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