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47 Best Computer Science & IT Bachelor's Universities in Canada 2026

This ranks Computer Science & IT bachelor’s degrees in Canada for 2026. It is for applicants comparing public universities and looking at study options across the country.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

47 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UT University of Toronto logo

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Public University

★ 75 QS World #21 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 52,000 – CAD 70,500/yr
Founded
1827
2
WA University of Waterloo logo

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada · Public University

★ 66 QS World #112 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 48,500 – CAD 65,500/yr
Founded
1957
3
MC McMaster University logo

McMaster University

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada · Public University

★ 63 QS World #176 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 46,000 – CAD 62,500/yr
Founded
1887
4
BU Brock University logo

Brock University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
5
CU Carleton University logo

Carleton University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
6
CU Concordia University logo

Concordia University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
7
DU Dalhousie University logo

Dalhousie University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
8
LU Lakehead University logo

Lakehead University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
9
MU MacEwan University logo

MacEwan University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
11
MA Mount Allison University logo

Mount Allison University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
12
MR Mount Royal University logo

Mount Royal University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Computer Science & IT?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, McMaster University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Computer Science & IT cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Computer Science & IT abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Computer Science & IT at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Computer Science & IT at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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At bachelor’s level, this subject is an undergraduate path into computing, software, systems, and related IT study. It suits applicants who want a first degree and a route into work or later study after completing an undergraduate programme.

The universities in this ranking are public, and one option is in Toronto, while others are in cities that are not specified in the facts provided. One university has a published tuition figure of CAD 52,000, while tuition is not published for the others, so applicants should compare costs directly with each university before deciding.

Before applying, verify the exact programme title, tuition, admission requirements, and whether the campus you want is the one offering the degree. Also confirm study length, start date, and any documents the university requires, because those details are not available for these programmes.