The University of Lethbridge is a research-intensive public university in Alberta, founded in 1967, with campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary.
The University of Lethbridge was founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land. It is home to 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students from around the world. The Lethbridge campus is located at 4401 University Drive, Lethbridge, Alberta, and the university also has a Calgary campus in Calgary, Alberta. Its 2025 Strategic Plan sets a shared vision to challenge boundaries and inspire curiosity.
The university describes itself as a research-intensive university where undergraduate and graduate students work alongside accomplished researchers. It offers more than 150 undergraduate and 75 graduate programs on its Lethbridge and Calgary campuses. The university reports an average class size of 31 students. Its liberal education approach enables students and alumni to critically integrate ideas and experiences across disciplines. 2% and is ranked #1 for Medical and Science Grants in Canada.
The Lethbridge campus spans more than 500 acres and is home to coulee views. Its original building, University Hall, was designed by Canadian architect Authur Erickson and is a southern Alberta landmark. The university's art collection includes more than 16,000 pieces. The Centre for Financial Market Research and Teaching is described as the best-equipped academic trading room in Western Canada.