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10 Best Economics Bachelor's Universities in Canada 2026

This ranks bachelor’s options in Economics & Public Policy in Canada for 2026. It is for applicants comparing where to study this subject at undergraduate level.

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

10 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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CU Concordia University logo

Concordia University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
2
MU MacEwan University logo

MacEwan University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
4
UC University of Calgary logo

University of Calgary

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
7
UG University of Guelph logo

University of Guelph

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
9
OT Ontario Tech University logo

Ontario Tech University

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
10
CC Columbia College logo

Columbia College

Canada · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Economics?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Concordia University, MacEwan University, Thompson Rivers University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Economics 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 Economics 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 Economics at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Economics 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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A bachelor’s degree in Economics & Public Policy is for students who want undergraduate training that combines economic analysis with public decision-making. It suits applicants aiming for later work or further study in policy, government, research, or related business roles.

All of the institutions on this list are public. One is in Toronto, while the others do not have a city stated in the facts, so location should be confirmed directly if that matters to your choice. Tuition is published for one institution at CAD 52,000 minimum; for the others, the fee figure is not provided and should be checked with the university.

Before applying, confirm the full tuition, programme structure, start date, and any entry requirements for the specific bachelor’s option you want. If you are comparing more than one institution, also verify the campus location and whether the programme title matches your academic goals.