Welcome to UCalgary
The University of Calgary is somewhere you have the opportunity to start something extraordinary both on and off the field. You'll join our vibrant community, renowned for its spirit, resilience, and commitment to excellence. Here, you'll find a supportive environment that champions both academic and athletic achievement, offering you the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to excel in your studies while pursuing your passion in sports.
At UCalgary, you'll not only hone your athletic skills but also develop entrepreneurial thinking—taking initiative, exchanging knowledge across disciplines, and learning from experience. We are excited to support you on this journey of growth and discovery, as you contribute to a legacy of success and innovation.
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The Dinos Experience
A rich athletic tradition
The University of Calgary Dinos are one of the storied programs in Canadian university sport. With over 500 student-athletes competing in 23 varsity sports, the Dinos have achieved remarkable success, including
49 U SPORTS national championships and
164 Canada West championships.
67 Dinos have competed at the Olympics or Paralympics, and UCalgary is amongst the nation’s leaders in producing professional athletes.
The City of Calgary and the Dinos have hosted countless Canada West and U SPORTS championships, giving student-athletes home field advantage as they compete against the top teams in the country.
Academic support & success
The University of Calgary provides the resources for Dinos student-athletes to shine in their academics.
Awards, scholarships, and bursaries can help reduce the cost of your education, easing the financial burden of student loans and tuition. Each year, the Dinos distribute over $1 million in awards to varsity student-athletes.
The
Dinos Grade Point Success (GPS) program helps student-athletes reach their potential in the classroom with academic coaching, tutoring, mentorship, and exploratory advising.
With resources like Dinos GPS, UCalgary consistently ranks as one of the top institutions for U SPORTS Academic All-Canadians – an honour achieved by averaging 80 percent or higher while competing on a varsity team. In 2023-24,
171 Dinos were named U SPORTS Academic All-Canadians, representing approximately one-third of all varsity student-athletes.
Athlete growth & development
The University of Calgary’s competition and training facilities, such as the Jack Simpson Gym and the Olympic Oval, provide exceptional environments for supporting athletic excellence.
The world-class
University of Calgary Sport Medicine Centre provides on-field and in-clinic care to Dinos Varsity Athletes through the Sport Medicine Centre physicians and athletic therapists.
The University of Calgary has two phenomenal fitness facilities with two indoor tracks, state of the art aerobic machines, weight training equipment and free weights. The Olympic Oval high performance weight room is restricted to varsity and international athletes, which means that you never have to wait for your workout station and you get to train shoulder to shoulder with world-class athletes.
University of Calgary Active Living offers first class recreational opportunities including squash/racquetball courts, a climbing wall, extensive outdoor equipment rentals, swimming pool and much more.
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Why UCalgary
At UCalgary, our students go beyond traditional learning; they actively engage in cross-disciplinary collaboration, explore innovative approaches to problem-solving and cultivate lasting experiences that shape their lives. Studying here gives you access to expert researchers and faculty members, state-of-the-art laboratories and classroom technology, and exceptional teaching and learning resources. And the best part is that you can do all of this in one of the most vibrant, dynamic and culturally diverse cities in the world.
Take your next step at one of Canada’s top research universities. Whichever of our 250+ programs you choose, you’ll find state-of-the-art creative labs, hands-on learning, and invaluable mentorship opportunities.
UCalgary Alumni fosters lifelong connections between the university and an inclusive alumni community of entrepreneurial thinkers, leaders and innovators. You would become part of an alumni network of over 226,000 individuals, with two-thirds of UCalgary graduates residing or working in the Calgary area.
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An education tailored to you
Some of the most commonly asked questions by students are What major should I choose? and What can I do with my degree after university? Exploring various programs and majors can open up a plethora of career opportunities.
You have the option to make your degree unique to you. You can choose a minor in a subject that interests you, add an embedded certificate to gain extra skills or even take a combined degree option. These choices let you explore different areas and make your education fit your future goals.
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One of the top sport science schools in the world
The Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary is in an exclusive, international class of sports science schools. The faculty took 7th place out of 372 universities in Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments, making the faculty No. 1 in North America. The university will soon be home to
one of the most advanced post-secondary research facilities in the study of human performance, movement and sport science, thanks to an extraordinary $20-million gift from the Taylor Family Foundation.
Your city of choice
Home to 1.4 million people, Calgary is Canada's youngest and third most-diverse city. The city offers many festivals and concerts and is home to two of the world’s largest urban parks. If you want to escape the city, the iconic Rocky Mountains are only a short drive away!
Calgary is the innovation capital of Canada, a leader in many fields including aerospace, agribusiness, creative industries, energy, financial services, interactive digital media and life sciences.
Residence Life
Living in residence at the University of Calgary puts you as close as it gets to everything you need—your classes, your bed, world class facilities, food (
All You Care to Eat), study spaces, tunnels, academic support, mental health support and more.
Residence gives you more time to study, make new friends, hang with friends, sleep, explore, and be active.
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How to Become a Dino
The recruiting & admissions process
- Connect with a coach: Reach out to a coach to ask any questions you have about your academic and athletic future, helping you make an informed decision.
- Register with U SPORTS: Complete your registration with U SPORTS Central, which manages processes related to athletic and academic awards, student-athlete communications, letters of intent, international programs, and more.
- Provide Grades/Film: Share your high school and/or university grades, along with video footage of your performance, so coaches can assess your abilities.
- Letter of Intent (LOI): Once you've decided to pursue a varsity career with us, you will sign a Letter of Intent (LOI), making your commitment official.
