The University of British Columbia (UBC) provides a minimum annual funding package of CAD 40,000 to eligible full-time students pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Craniofacial Science. This financial support is guaranteed for the first four years of doctoral study, reaching a total minimum funding of CAD 160,000.
Both domestic and international applicants, including those from Pakistan, can qualify for this support upon securing admission. UBC introduced this increased minimum funding requirement in September 2026.
Craniofacial Science PhD students received a median annual gross funding of CAD 41,904 between September 2024 and August 2025. International students face an annual tuition fee of approximately CAD 10,081.65, while domestic students pay roughly CAD 5,738.52.
Eligible international candidates may also receive an International Tuition Award worth up to CAD 3,200 per year. Additional student fees of approximately CAD 1,203.20 are charged annually.
The Faculty of Dentistry sets the standard application deadline for September admission on February 28. Candidates must normally hold a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), or an equivalent professional degree.
Applicants holding a Master of Science (MSc) in Dental Science or a related discipline are also eligible for admission. The university generally requires a minimum academic average in the B+ range, which is equivalent to approximately 76% under its grading system.
English proficiency requirements include an IELTS Academic overall score of 7.0, with at least 6.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening. For those submitting the Duolingo English Test, an overall score of 130 is required.
Candidates taking the TOEFL iBT before January 21, 2026, must achieve an overall score of 93. Applicants must submit 3 letters of recommendation and transcripts from all previous post-secondary institutions.
