3,887 Best Programs in Canada
Across Canada, 156 universities offer 3,887 programs — most run 4 years. Courses from University of Toronto, University of Toronto, Mississauga and University of Toronto, Scarborough come first, because those universities rank highest.
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How these courses are ranked
26 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #29 (University of Toronto) to #547 (University of Windsor); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Toronto is cited most (59,684,471 citations). 12 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".
What the courses look like
By level: 2,297 bachelor's, 574 diploma, 253 master's and 89 professional. The most common subjects are Business & Management (549), Social Sciences & Psychology (489), Medicine & Health Sciences (330) and Engineering (275). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 95% are full-time and 62 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (96% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (89% of courses with a stated intake). Ontario Tech University offers the widest choice, with 141 of these courses.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best university in Canada?
University of Toronto (QS World #29), University of Toronto, Mississauga (QS World #29) and University of Toronto, Scarborough (QS World #29) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.
Which is the cheapest university in Canada?
Of those with published fees, McGill University is the least expensive at about USD 37,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.
How long does a course take in Canada?
Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.
When do courses start in Canada?
Fall is the main intake — 96% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.
Which university has the most courses in Canada?
Ontario Tech University, with 141, ahead of University of Calgary (140).
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