Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, the University of Lethbridge is one of Canada’s top-ranked universities and leading research institutions. It is one of Alberta's four comprehensive academic and research universities. The university's motto, Fiat Lux – let there be light – refers to the illumination that comes from research and learning.
| Acronym | uLeth |
| Nickname | Pronghorns |
| Motto / Slogan | Let there be light |
| Colour | Blue and Gold |
| Mascot | Luxie the Pronghorn |
| Founded | 1967 |
| Undergraduate Programmes | |
| Postgraduate Programmes | 75 |
| Departments | 20 |
| Location | Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada |
| Address | 4401 University Drive Lethbridge, Alberta, T1K 3M4 |
At the University of Lethbridge, we are united by one common goal: to create a brighter future together. Through inquiry, creativity, and collaboration, we aim to understand the intricate connections uniting us all and to drive positive change in our province, country, and world.
We are a place where every person has the potential to shine. By inspiring and supporting student potential, we build leaders, innovators, thinkers, and doers prepared for careers of the future and inspired to create positive change.
Provide a liberal education that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and global citizenship
Support high-impact research across disciplines
Engage with communities through collaboration and outreach
Promote environmental, social, and economic sustainability
Offer accessible education through various delivery methods, including distance learning
Faculty of Arts & Science
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Fine Arts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Dhillon School of Business
School of Graduate Studies
School of Liberal Education
At ULethbridge, you’ll be equipped to excel in a changing world. You’ll learn to view issues from multiple angles, embrace differences, and collaborate for the greater good. Renowned professors involve you in research from your first year. You’ll explore global opportunities and gain work experience while receiving strong support throughout your studies, preparing you for the careers of tomorrow.
We offer specialized programs to help you reach your post-secondary goals. Take courses on any of our two campuses, in Lethbridge or Calgary. Learn from experienced instructors and colleagues who, like you, are engaged with the real world
Prepare for the world outside the classroom with a wide variety of experiential learning opportunities. Gain first-hand experience, develop new skills, learn to apply your knowledge and get course credit! With our unique MyExperience Transcript, you'll graduate with a transcript that shows future employers how your hands-on learning sets you apart.
Co-operative Education (co-op) combines real-world, paid work experience with academic studies, providing you an exciting path to your degree. The program is a partnership between students, the University and employers, offering you an enriching learning environment. When you graduate, you will leave with relevant work experience and a co-op designation to go with your degree
For All Applicants, if English is not your first spoken language, you must also satisfy the English Language Proficiency Requirement.
International Students:
View some country-specific admission requirements.
Applicants will meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for admission:
International applicants must present qualifications comparable to those of Canadian applicants. See here for information regarding international graduate-level admission requirements
Email: [email protected]
Phone : 403-382-7134, 403-329-5159
Accredited by the Government of Alberta under the Post-Secondary Learning Act
Dhillon School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing it among the top 6% of business schools worldwide
Born and raised in India, Dr. Jayas earned a Bachelor of Agricultural Engineering at G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, and went on to complete a graduate degree and PhD in agricultural engineering at the Universities of Manitoba and Saskatchewan, respectively. He be... read more
An internationally renowned researcher, Dr. Jayas studies the drying, handling and storing of grains and oilseeds, and digital image processing for grading and processing operations in the agri-food industry. From 2002 to 2009, he was a Tier I Canada Research Chair in Stored-Grain Ecosystems, and in 2009 was inducted as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. In 2018, Dr. Jayas was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada. He is the 2023 recipient of the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration in Manitoba.
Married to his wife Manju for 40 years, they have three sons and five grandchildren, all living in Winnipeg.
The future of the University is bright with the intentional priorities of a vibrant student environment and academic programming valuing good citizenship within our local communities, while fostering a growing connectivity to a global research culture. We are proud to report that our Indigenous students represent our fastest growing student population, and further that our transformational approach to education provides students with a global context to enable them to continue to be creative explorers in pursuit of their personal goals with a value for life-long learning.
Raised in Lethbridge, he attended ULethbridge and was active on Students’ Union council and The Meliorist, and was SU president in 1990/1991. As a student, he immersed himself in the campus experience, acting in fine arts dramatic productions and attending Pronghorns games.
Since graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in English from ULethbridge in 1994, he has remained connected to the University. He has served on the ULethbridge Board of Governors and has been an erstwhile supporter of multiple initiatives over the years through his philanthropic support of the fine arts, liberal education, Pronghorn Athletics and student food security issues. He is also one of four alumni co-chairs championing the drive for student scholarships currently underway across campus.
Currently, he also serves as Chair of the Vancouver International Film Festival Board Advisory Council. He is passionate about Lethbridge and southern Alberta, and is a vocal advocate for ULethbridge and supporting local small business and cultural organizations.
Oversees Donor and Alumni Relations to cultivate engagement, involvement and a sustainable culture of philanthropy among our University communities.
The University of Lethbridge exists as it does today thanks to the determined and forward-thinking citizens who believed southern Alberta warranted its own university. Their vision, tenacity and ability to unite to make the impossible possible have lived at the heart of the University for more than five decades.
