Parents, Carers, and Supporters
At UPEI, your student is known, supported, and set up for success!
At UPEI, your student won’t get lost in the crowd. They’ll learn in smaller classes, build meaningful relationships with professors and peers, and be supported every step of the way in a safe, welcoming campus community. Combined with career-focused learning, hands-on experiences, and exceptional affordability, UPEI offers students the confidence and support they need to thrive, both at university and beyond.
Are you ready to apply? It's easy!
- Create a UPEI account
- Complete the UPEI application
- Submit your completed UPEI application and fee
Why do parents and supporters choose UPEI?
The University of Prince Edward Island is the perfect university for your student!
Personalized program options and small class sizes
Our students have direct access to their professors and instructors, creating opportunities for one-on-one mentorship. 53% of our classes have fewer than 30 students, and our 18:1 students to faculty member ratio ensures meaningful collaboration.
Affordability
UPEI combines an exceptional student experience with one of the most affordable university environments in Canada. Competitive tuition, generous scholarships and bursaries, and the lower cost of living in Prince Edward Island help students and families manage costs while still receiving a highly personalized education experience.
The George Coles Bursary provides $14,000 to PEI students over a four-year undergraduate degree. And all students can access up to $3,000 per year of study through the UPEI Celebrating Student Achievement Awards program, and hundreds of entrance awards and program-specific scholarships.
Career readiness and professional networking
Your students become a part of UPEI's professional network on their first day. Our Experiential Education department manages opportunities in career services, co-operative education programs, and industry connections in dozens of sectors and workplace contexts.
Support every step of the way
UPEI student advisors are here to help! Whether it's choosing the right program, registering for classes, or touring our campus, they have the answers. And that one-on-one support continues once you've chosen UPEI—academic advising for every student in any program, accessibility services and confidential mental health services, and peer support are only a few services to help your student become a part of UPEI's tight-knit campus culture.
Read more about student support services
Safe, secure, and welcoming residence and campus life
UPEI is a diverse and inclusive campus that promotes respect and safety to all students, staff, and faculty. Our campus is compact and safe, with secure and comfortable residence and housing options. Living in residence at UPEI is an exciting and perfect step to student independence. Your student immediately becomes part of community-focused living!
Visit the UPEI Residence website
Recreation as relaxation
Student life is a balancing act of daily demands: lectures, meetings, exams, and the constant hustle to build a future. UPEI Athletics and Recreation helps your student slash stress, sharpen their focus through physical activity—our fitness centre, personal training sessions, intramural sports, indoor and outdoor walking and running tracks, and fitness and wellness programs contribute to students’ mental health, sense of belonging, and overall university experience!
Read more about student recreation and wellness
Global opportunities
Our students come from all walks of life and from local, regional, national, and international locations. There are all kinds of ways to get involved with student clubs, societies, and activities, and opportunities to study abroad at one of over 50 partner institutions—for UPEI course credits!
"My experiences and relationships at UPEI gave me everything."
Meet Kate VanGerven, Director of Tour and International Visits for the Prime Minister of Canada and Bachelor of Arts in English graduate (Class of 2013).
Have questions, or want to know more? Get in touch with us at parenthelp@upei.ca.
