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Planning to apply to Royal Roads University? Admission 2026-27 are now open. Check out this space for admission requirements.

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Royal Roads University Admissions 2026

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Admissions Requirements for Royal Roads University

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Royal Roads University Admission Process 2026

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Q:   What is Royal Roads University tuition fees for international students?
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The Royal Roads University tuition fees for international students varies from  CAD 40,449 - CAD 64,654. The below table includes the first year Royal Roads University fees of undergraduate and graduate programs:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MIM (7 courses)

INR 11 L - 27 L

BHM (2 course)

INR 16 L - 17 L

MBA/PGDM (6 course)

INR 11 L - 42 L

BBA (1 courses)

INR 16 L

Q:   Is it easy to get into Royal Roads University?
A: 

Royal Roads University acceptance rate is around 80%, which means out of 100 applications 80 admitted. The acceptance rate is moderately high, which makes admission at the university slightly competitive. Students must have a qualifying GPA and meet other entry requirements to get admission to the university. Apart from this, international students have to meet the Royal Roads University admission requirements to get admission to the university.

Royal Roads University MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

6 courses 12 months - 2 years
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11.1L - 43L

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  • Accepting Exams: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo







How to apply to Royal Roads University?

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Q:   What are the requirements for Royal Roads University admissions?
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International students have to meet the below Royal Roads University requirements for admission in undergraduate and graduate programs:

Royal Roads University Requirements for UG

  • Complete a high school in a relevant discipline
  • Meet the English language requirements
  • Submit additional test score of GMAT/SAT
  • A minimum overall GPA of 'B' (3.00/4.33)

Royal Roads University Requirements for PG

  • Complete a four-year (or comparable) undergraduate degree in a related field from a recognised post-secondary institution
  • Applicants under flexible admission would normally require at least 10 years of full-time relevant work experience, with five years at a management* level and increasing levels of responsibility
  • Submit the additional test score of GMAT/GRE
  • Meet the English language requirements
  • Must have at least seven years of full-time relevant work experience, with three years at a management* level and increasing levels of responsibility
  • Resume
  • Submit two Letters of Reference

Check the Eligibility Criteria to Study in Canada 2023

Q:   How much is the application fee for Royal Roads University?
A: 

Royal Roads University application fee for Indian students is CAD 126. This application fee is non refundable and applicants have to pay it to complete RRU admission application. To Change or Reactivation of application, students have to pay Application Change or Reactivation Fee of CAD CAD 30.46.

Also read: Colleges in Canada with No Application Fees

Q:   What are the language requirements for Royal Roads University admissions?
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International students have to meet the English language requirements if their first language is not English. The minimum test score requirements for our undergraduate and graduate programs are listed below:

Undergraduate first-year entry programs

  • IELTS-Academic: 6.5 overall with no single band score less than 6.0
  • TOEFL-iBT: 88 overall with a minimum of 20 reading, writing, listening, and speaking
  • PTE-A: 60 overall with no section less than 58

Undergraduate third-year entry and graduate* programs

  • IELTS-Academic: 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and speaking, and 6.0 in listening and reading
  • TOEFL-iBT: 88 overall with a minimum of 24 in writing, and 20 in listening, reading, and speaking
  • PTE-A: 60 overall with a minimum of 60 in writing and speaking, and 58 in listening and reading
  • DET: 115 overall with a minimum of 110 for literacy, comprehension, and conversation; and 115 for production

Check the list of Tests that make you eligible for Canadian universities

Q:   What are Royal Roads University MBA requirements for international students?
A: 

International students who wish to study MBA at Royal Roads University must fulfill the below requirements:

  • Complete a four-year (or comparable) undergraduate degree in a related field from a recognised post-secondary institution
  • Applicants under flexible admission would normally require at least 10 years of full-time relevant work experience, with five years at a management* level and increasing levels of responsibility
  • Submit the additional test score of GMAT/GRE
  • Meet the English language requirements
  • Must have at least seven years of full-time relevant work experience, with three years at a management* level and increasing levels of responsibility
  • Resume
  • Submit two Letters of Reference

Students can also read Eligibility for MBA in Canada for Indian Students in 2024

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Royal Roads University Admission 2024 FAQs

Q:   Which of the two is a better school for an MBA, Vancouver Island University or Royal Roads University?
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Both, Vancouver Island University and MBA Roads University are among the popular universities for international students to study MBA in Canada. If we compare them in terms of first-year tuition fees, then Vancouver Island University MBA fees is less than the Royal Roads University MBA fees. Therefore, among these two Vancouver Island University is better than Royal Roads University to study MBA. The below table includes the first-year MBA fees of these two:

MBA Universities in CanadaFirst-Year Tuition Fees
Vancouver Island UniversityINR 19 L
Royal Roads UniversityINR 23 L

Also check the list of Most Affordable MBA Colleges in Canada

Q:   How much is the tuition fee for Royal Roads University MBA?
A: 

The Royal Roads University MBA fees for international students is around INR 23 L for first year study. The below table includes the complete first year fees for MBA at Royal Roads:

Fees components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 23,05,456

Insurance

INR 55,197

Total

INR 23,60,653

Q:   Are there full scholarships for international students at Royal Roads University?
A: 

International students can check below the Royal Roads University scholarships with their amount:

Scholarship Name 

Scholarship Amount 

Royal Roads Entrance Award/Bursary 

CAD 2,000 – CAD 10,000 

Allan Cahoon Scholarship 

CAD 1,500 

RRU Royal Scholarship 

CAD 3,000 

Andrea Fallan Memorial Bursary 

CAD 500 

Q:   How affordable is Royal Roads University Canada for Masters programs?
A: 

Royal Roads University Canada offers low cost Masters programme to international students. The Royal Roads University cost for Indian students to study Masters programs is between INR 10 L to INR 23 L. The below table includes the Royal Roads Masters courses with thier first year tuition fees:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

Duration & Eligibility

MIM  (5 courses)

INR 10 L - 23 L

Duration: 12 months-2 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6 - 6.5,  TOEFL: 88 & Above,  PTE: 60 & Above,  Duolingo: 115 & Above

MBA/PGDM  (1 course)

INR 23 L

Duration: 18 months
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above,  TOEFL: 88 & Above,  PTE: 60 & Above,  Duolingo: 115 & Above

Q:   What is the IELTS score for Royal Roads University?
A: 

Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the English language requirements. The university accepts IELTS score as a language requirement. Students can check below the English language requirements for undergraduate and graduate admissions:

Undergraduate first-year entry programs

IELTS-Academic: 6.5 overall with no single band score less than 6.0

Undergraduate third-year entry and graduate programs

IELTS-Academic: 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and speaking, and 6.0 in listening and reading

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Cost of attending RRU can differ depending on many factors. Indians should also be aware of other costs such as- housing, health insurance, meals, transportation, etc., attending RRU. Scholarships are also there to help students from financial barriers. Check out below mentioned table for costs- 

Expense Category 

Monthly Cost (CAD) 

Housing and utilities (shared) 

1000 

Food 

350 

Bus pass (for non-U-Pass eligible) 

85 

Miscellaneous 

300 

Health insurance 

75 

Total Monthly Expenses 

1810 

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Indian students choose to study at RRU for various reasons as mentioned below- 

  • Top Programs- RRU offer top programs, good faculty and student support services which makes it good option for Indian students.  

  • Low Tuition and Cost of Living- RRU has low tuition fees compared to other universities in C

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Kanishka Gambhir

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Royal Roads University campus safety is among top priority of university. For students who are studying or working late, campus security offers assistance such as a direct emergency phone,  first aid, and safe-walk services. Student safety is given first priority by the readily available security. 

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Kanishka Gambhir

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Min GPA for scholarship at RRU is 3.67 or 4.3. But eligibility and award amounts for each scholarship may diifer. For BC Graduate Scholarship, application process include to submit complete application form, 500 word essay, academic references for current leadership or leadership potential.  
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It is common for Indian students to look for part time jobs in sectors such as- education, tutoring, hospitality, retail, etc. Students can also look for jobs in research, project management and internships related. University provide job opportunities to students through Work Study program. Program

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