About the university
The King's University is a small Christian liberal arts university in Edmonton, Alberta. It opened in 1979 as The King's College, founded by the Christian Reformed Church, and today has 880 students from 52 nations, an average class size of 22 and a student–faculty ratio of 15 to 1. It offers 32 academic programmes.
Indian students look at King's for its four-year Bachelor of Commerce from the Leder School of Business, its four-year BSc in Computing Science and its science and psychology degrees, all in small classes. It has three- and four-year degree options, so check that a three-year degree meets your later plans. International tuition is CAD 774 per credit (about CAD 24,000 for a full year), and King's says students should budget about CAD 29,000 more for residence, food, fees and books.
- Founded
- 1979 as The King's College, by the Christian Reformed Church
- Type
- Private Christian liberal arts university in Alberta (DLI O18713250142)
- Students
- 880, from 52 nations
- Student–faculty ratio
- 15 to 1; average class size 22
- Intakes
- September and January
- International tuition (2026-27)
- CAD 774 per credit; CAD 11,997 per term for a full load
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Commerce (Business)
- Fee / year
- C$23,994
- Duration
- 4 years (a 3-year BA in Business is also offered)
- Intakes
- September (early international deadline 15 April 2027); January (early international deadline mid-October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 88 (21 in each section); PTE 59; Duolingo 115 (95 in each section); CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Computing Science
- Fee / year
- C$23,994
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September (early international deadline 15 April 2027); January (early international deadline mid-October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 88 (21 in each section); PTE 59; Duolingo 115 (95 in each section); CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Biology
- Fee / year
- C$23,994
- Duration
- 3 or 4 years
- Intakes
- September (early international deadline 15 April 2027); January (early international deadline mid-October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 88 (21 in each section); PTE 59; Duolingo 115 (95 in each section); CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$23,994
- Duration
- BA 3 or 4 years; BSc 4 years
- Intakes
- September (early international deadline 15 April 2027); January (early international deadline mid-October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 88 (21 in each section); PTE 59; Duolingo 115 (95 in each section); CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
- Fee / year
- C$23,994
- Duration
- 3 or 4 years
- Intakes
- September (early international deadline 15 April 2027); January (early international deadline mid-October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 88 (21 in each section); PTE 59; Duolingo 115 (95 in each section); CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$23,994
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September (early international deadline 15 April 2027); January (early international deadline mid-October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 88 (21 in each section); PTE 59; Duolingo 115 (95 in each section); CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
Environmental Studies (BA or BSc)
- Fee / year
- C$23,994
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September (early international deadline 15 April 2027); January (early international deadline mid-October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 88 (21 in each section); PTE 59; Duolingo 115 (95 in each section); CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts in Politics, History and Economics
- Fee / year
- C$23,994
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September (early international deadline 15 April 2027); January (early international deadline mid-October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 5.5); TOEFL iBT 88 (21 in each section); PTE 59; Duolingo 115 (95 in each section); CAEL 70
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Commerce (Business) | 4 years (a 3-year BA in Business is also offered) | C$23,994 | ≈ ₹16.1 lakh |
| Bachelor of Science in Computing Science | 4 years | C$23,994 | ≈ ₹16.1 lakh |
| Bachelor of Science in Biology | 3 or 4 years | C$23,994 | ≈ ₹16.1 lakh |
| Psychology (BA or BSc) | BA 3 or 4 years; BSc 4 years | C$23,994 | ≈ ₹16.1 lakh |
| Bachelor of Science in Chemistry | 3 or 4 years | C$23,994 | ≈ ₹16.1 lakh |
| Bachelor of Kinesiology | 4 years | C$23,994 | ≈ ₹16.1 lakh |
| Environmental Studies (BA or BSc) | 4 years | C$23,994 | ≈ ₹16.1 lakh |
| Bachelor of Arts in Politics, History and Economics | 4 years | C$23,994 | ≈ ₹16.1 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at The King's University with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- First-year BSc Computing Science
Computronix Computing Science Scholarship
Value: CAD 3,000 (one award) or CAD 1,500 (two awards)
Eligibility: 80%+ on high school marks, Christian commitment and volunteer experience. King's marks international eligibility award by award; check the scholarships page.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - First-year BCom
Boessenkool Scholarship
Value: CAD 2,000 (12 awards)
Eligibility: 80%+ on high school marks and Christian commitment. Check international eligibility on the scholarships page.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Five Class 12 subjects with a minimum average of 60%, including academic English and at least three academic subjects, plus programme-specific prerequisites.
- Requirements can vary by country; King's does not publish India-specific rules, so ask Admissions how your board is assessed.
- International applicants pay a CAD 500 admissions deposit and a CAD 5,000 tuition deposit, both non-refundable and credited to tuition.
Postgraduate
- King's has no master's degrees. Its Bachelor of Education is a two-year after-degree for students who already hold a bachelor's degree.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test score taken within the last two years
- Application through Apply Alberta and the King's application
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each band (BEd: 6.5 in writing, listening and reading and 7.0 in speaking) |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 overall with at least 21 in each section (BEd: 97) |
| PTE Academic | 59 or higher (not accepted for the BEd) |
| Duolingo English Test | 115 overall with at least 95 in each section (not accepted for the BEd) |
| Exemption | Three years of full-time study in English in a listed country (such as Canada, the UK or the US). India is not named on the page, so confirm with King's. |
Accommodation and living costs
King's has on-campus residence with meal plans. Room rates were not shown on the fee pages we checked; meal plans are priced per term. King's suggests international students budget about CAD 29,000 a year on top of tuition for residence, food, fees, textbooks and living costs.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Basic meal plan2026-27 | C$2,655per term | ≈ ₹1.8 lakh |
| Limited meal plan2026-27 | C$2,254per term | ≈ ₹1.5 lakh |
| King's estimate of yearly costs beyond tuitionResidence, food plan, fees, textbooks and living expenses | C$29,000per year | ≈ ₹19.4 lakh |
Campus and location
King's has a single campus at 9125 50 Street in Edmonton, Alberta.
- 32 academic programmes and more than 650 courses.
- Leder School of Business and the Micah Centre for Justice and Development.
- Faculty include Canada Research Chair holders and 3M Teaching Award recipients.
- Orientation and a first-year retreat for new fall students.
Careers and graduate outcomes
King's reports high employment among its alumni. See our Canada guide for work rights while studying and after graduation.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni employed within two years of graduating | 98% | The King's University, About page |
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FAQs
How much is tuition at King's for international students?
For 2026-27 it is CAD 774 per credit, or CAD 11,997 for a full-load term (about CAD 23,994 for fall and winter). Student fees and the health plan are extra.
When can I start?
September or January. For 2027 entry the early international deadline is 15 April 2027 for fall; the winter early deadline was 16 October 2026.
What IELTS score do I need?
6.5 overall with no band below 5.5 for most programmes. The BEd needs 7.0 in speaking and 6.5 in the other bands.
Is King's only for Christian students?
King's is a Christian university, and some scholarships ask for Christian commitment, but it serves students from across Canada and 52 nations.
Sources
- The King's University: home page (opens in a new tab)
- King's: About (opens in a new tab)
- King's: Programs (opens in a new tab)
- King's: International tuition 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- King's: Tuition and fees (opens in a new tab)
- King's: General international admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- King's: English language proficiency (opens in a new tab)
- King's: Important dates (opens in a new tab)
- King's: Scholarships (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.kingsu.ca (opens in a new tab)
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