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Canada · Alberta · Comprehensive Urban Education & Applied Research · Reviewed 15 October 2026

MacEwan University: Degree Programs, Scholarships & Research Guide

Located in downtown Edmonton, Alberta, MacEwan University is a prominent public undergraduate and polytechnic university known for intensive student-faculty research partnerships, digital innovation, and strong business and community health programs. Review verified entrance scholarships, degree paths, laboratory assistantships, and prominent faculty profiles.

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Verified degree programs and opportunities

Review checked academic pathways and funding options below:

Admissions, language requirements & application process

Master's admission eligibility
Baccalaureate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in the final two years of study.
Doctoral admission eligibility
Collaborative third-cycle graduate research pathways require recognized master's credentials and departmental research alignment.
Language proficiency
TOEFL iBT 86 with minimum 21 in each section, or IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 5.5 (or Duolingo English Test 115).
Research statement / Proposal
Statement of academic intent (500–750 words) outlining career trajectory, community engagement, and disciplinary focus.
Application fee
CAD $110 non-refundable application fee for international applicants via ApplyAlberta.
Required documentation
Official post-secondary transcripts, secondary school certificates, proof of English language proficiency, and two references.

Tuition fees and verified scholarship systems

International undergraduate tuition averages approximately CAD $18,500 to $22,800 per academic year (30 credits) depending on the faculty (Arts, Science, Nursing, or Business). Institutional awards include the President's Scholarship ($5,000) and international student merit entrance bursaries.

Verified faculty profiles and research leaders

Distinguished researchers and laboratory heads at MacEwan University:

Dr. Matthew Pyper

Associate Professor of Ecology & Urban Conservation · Urban ecology, Wildlife conservation, Habitat fragmentation, Biodiversity corridors

Dr. Jeffrey Davis

Associate Professor of Computer Science & Machine Learning · Applied machine learning, Computer vision, Embedded robotics, Sensor networks

Prof. Constanza Pacher

Associate Professor of Design & Visual Communication · Typography, Information design, Human-centered design, Visual semantics

Important verification note

Facts reflect official MacEwan University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Degree admissions, scholarship awards, and employment positions are subject to formal university review. OpenField does not charge students application fees.

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