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Top Universities in Canada

September 22, 2022

Canadian universities are among the best in the world in terms of learning, research, culture and development opportunities. Students from all parts of the world travel to Canada year after year to enroll in some of the country’s top universities. Some students cite Canada’s diversity and multiculturalism as some of the reasons for choosing Canadian universities over British, Australian or American universities. Others chose to apply to Canadian universities because of their affordability, excellence, and job opportunities after graduation. If you are interested in choosing Canada as an education destination, it is important to gather information and facts about all types of universities in this country. Here is a roundup of the best small, medium and large universities in Canada.

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University of St Francis Xavier

This small university in Antigonish, Nova Scotia (Northeast Canada) is ranked by Maclean’s – one of Canada’s leading publications – as the No. 1 university in Canada for undergraduate universities. St. Francis Xavier is home to more than 4,200 students who come from many parts of Canada and other countries. The university is known for its high-quality arts, science, business, and information systems programs, but most students choose it for the small campus atmosphere, small class sizes, personal faculty-student interaction, community, and research, go there opportunities. St. Francis Xavier offers approximately 33 academic programs ranging from anthropology to economics to human kinetics. Some of the most popular majors are Business, Information Systems, Nursing, and Aquatic Resources.

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Admission requirements typically include a high school diploma or equivalent, with courses in English, math, and other academic subjects. US high school graduates are required to have completed 16 academic subjects, including four English courses. International students whose native language is not English and who have not attended school in an English-speaking country are required to submit TOEFL scores (236 for the computer-based test and 580 for the paper-based test are required).

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Tuition and General Fees*

Canadian students: 6,800 Canadian dollars (CAD) / academic year (approx. 5,783 USD)

International students: CAD 13,289 / academic year (approx. USD 11,300)

Scholarships are available to Canadian and international students who demonstrate excellent grades (85% or above), a history of community work, leadership skills, and commitment to others.

University of Guelph

Located in Ontario and one hour west of Toronto, the University of Guelph offers excellent academic, research and international opportunities without sacrificing the friendliness and convenience of a small community. The university is home to 16,000 undergraduate students and 1,964 graduate students, including international students from over 100 countries.

Ranked by Maclean’s as the #1 comprehensive university in Canada, the University of Guelph offers a variety of academic programs in arts, science, commerce, technology, engineering, architecture, veterinary medicine, and other fields. Many programs offer collaboration opportunities that allow students to apply their academic knowledge in practical industrial work. Due to the University’s commitment to internationality, there are numerous study abroad programs including exchange programs with universities in Australia, England, France, India, Latin America, South Africa, the United States and other countries.

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A high school diploma, Abitur or an equivalent qualification is required for admission to the course. Successful applicants have excellent grades and additional evidence. Students are encouraged to submit International Baccalaureate Diplomas, Advanced Placement exams, SAT scores, or Advanced Level exams. Certain minimum requirements apply to citizens of certain countries. Visit the accreditation website for more information.

Students whose first language is not English must prove their English proficiency by submitting scores from a testing authority such as IELTS, TOEFL, MELAB, CAEL or enrolling in the university’s ESL program.

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Graduate admission requirements depend on the graduate program in question. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree or equivalent (four-year degree) from a college or university. Certain programs may require specific tests, such as B. The GMAT for the Masters in Business Administration program. Visit the graduate program website for more information.

Tuition fee**

Tuition fees vary by academic program. The following estimates give an approximate average of the total study costs per semester.

Canadian undergraduate students: 2500 CAD / academic semester

International undergraduate students: 7500 CAD / academic semester

Canadian Graduates: CAD$2,087/academic semester

Graduate international students: CAD 4,448 / academic semester

Scholarships are available to Canadian and international students. Merit-based scholarships range from $500 to $6,000, while need-based scholarships range from $1,000 to $3,000. Successful applicants will have excellent academic record, high test scores (if applicable), and letters of reference.

University of Toronto

Known as Canada’s largest university, the University of Toronto educates over 70,000 students, including approximately 62,000 full-time students and 6,000 international students. It was recently ranked by Maclean’s as the top university in Canada in the doctoral university category due to its commitment to research and discovery and the learning opportunities it provides to its large student body. The university is known for pioneering research achievements such as the development of the first electronic pacemaker and the development of the chemical laser, as well as 6 Nobel Prize-winning graduates. With over 300 academic programs, students can choose to pursue a variety of fields ranging from Aboriginal Studies to Zoology, or pursue professional degrees in Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing and Dentistry.

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A high school diploma, Abitur or an equivalent qualification is required for admission to the course. Successful applicants usually belong to the top third of their graduating class. Students are encouraged to submit International Baccalaureate Diplomas, Advanced Placement exams, SAT Reasoning and SAT II scores, or Advanced Level exams. Certain minimum requirements apply to citizens of certain countries. Visit the accreditation website for more information.

Students whose first language is not English must prove their English proficiency by submitting scores from a testing authority such as IELTS, TOEFL, MELAB, CAEL or enrolling in the university’s ESL program.

Graduate admission requirements depend on the graduate program in question. Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree or equivalent (four-year degree) from a college or university. Certain programs may require specific tests, such as B. The GMAT for the Masters in Business Administration program. Visit the graduate program website for more information.

Tuition fee**

Tuition fees vary by academic program. The following costs indicate the minimum and maximum tuition fees for the 2006-2007 academic year. For example, the cost for Canadian undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences entering in 2006 is $4,373 per academic year, while the cost for Canadian undergraduate Pharmacy students entering in 2006 is $10,283 per academic year . At the graduate level, the cost of the Master of Laws and Master of Music programs for Canadian students is CAD$5,660, while the MBA program for international students costs CAD$37,839 per academic year.

Bachelor

Domestic 4,373 – 10,283

International 16,800 – 21,000

graduate

Domestic $5,660 – $27,000

International $12,600 – $37,839

Scholarships are available to Canadian and international students. The University of Toronto selects outstanding students for undergraduate and graduate awards. Undergraduate admission awards are worth $5,000. Successful applicants will have excellent academic record, high test scores (if applicable), and letters of reference.

* The costs do not include housing and living expenses
** Cost does not include tuition, housing or living expenses

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