U of A Getaway

Get away to the U of A like never before...

Pack your bags... Here comes the university test drive!

We are whisking away 20 lucky Grade 11 students to our Augustana Campus in Camrose.

Join us for a whirlwind weekend with a jam-packed schedule of events. Get comfortable on campus, learn about our programs, experience what sets U of A student life apart and meet other amazing students—just like you—from all across Canada. We will also show you around the surrounding city!

Please note, we are no longer accepting applications for our North Campus event. 

EVENT DETAILS

When: May 9 - 11, 2025

Where: University of Alberta Augustana Campus in Camrose, Alberta

Apply Now

Deadline to Apply: January 31, 2025

Successful applicants will be contacted in Spring 2025.

Event Schedule

Stay tuned — full schedule details will be shared with our lucky guests closer to the event!

Reimbursement Details

Your adventure will include transportation reimbursement, accommodations, meals and more.

Participants will be reimbursed 100% of their travel up to a maximum amount per region as reflected below. Region reimbursement is based on average travel prices to Edmonton and surrounding area.

Region Max Reimbursement Amount
Edmonton and Surrounding Area Parking Reimbursable*
Calgary and Surrounding Area $400
Central Alberta $400
Western Alberta $400
Eastern Alberta $600
Southern Alberta $600
Northern Alberta $700
British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba $500
Nunavut, Yukon and Northwest Territories $700
Ontario and Quebec $800
New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland $1,100

*U of A Getaway guests from Edmonton and surrounding areas who are attending the event will be eligible for transportation reimbursement to Camrose up to $100.

Questions about the event?

Email us at recruitmentevents@ualberta.ca.