The Best Universities in ‘Canada – The Land of Maple’

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10 highest-ranked universities in Canada

This is sourced from Quacquarelli Symonds Limited, which is the global ranking authority in the education ecosystem.

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And their global ranks are

Global Rank	University Name
25	University of Toronto
31	McGill University
45	University of British Columbia
118	Université de Montréal
119	University of Alberta
144	McMaster University
166	University of Waterloo
203	Western University
=246	Queen’s University
=246	University of Calgary

Next 16 top universities in Canada

Canada is home to 10 of the world’s top 250 universities. Post-secondary colleges in Canada range from small universities with intimate learning environments to large, research-intensive universities with world-class reputations. Top Canadian universities are considered more affordable compared to other popular study destinations such as the UK and the US. The average cost of an undergraduate degree is CAD 32,000 (~INR 19.15 lakhs). PG courses can cost as low as CAD 8000 (~INR 4.79 lakhs).

These universities are gaining popularity due to their good teaching and excellent research centers. Each best university in Canada is ranked at a certain level through a careful analysis of various parameters. The rating is assigned based on the university’s performance in a specific sector.

Here is the list of top Canada Colleges and Universities: 

11. University of Ottawa – ranked joint 279th

12. Dalhousie University – ranked joint 291st

13. Simon Fraser University – ranked joint 323rd

14. University of Victoria – ranked joint 370th

15. Laval University – ranked joint 420th

16. University of Saskatchewan – ranked joint 465th

17. Concordia University – ranked joint 477th

18. York University – ranked 531-540

19. University of Guelph – ranked 571-580

=20. Carleton University – ranked 601-650

=20. Université du Québec – ranked 601-650

=20. University of Manitoba – ranked 601-650

21. Memorial University of Newfoundland– ranked 701-750

22. Université de Sherbrooke– ranked 701-750

23. Windsor University– ranked 751-800

24. Ryerson University – ranked 801-100

31 Best Engineering Universities in Canada

Engineering colleges in Canada have implemented world-class technology and have more than 300,000 licensed engineers graduating from the country. The demand for engineers in various fields in Canada is high as the local labor force in Canada is not sufficient due to a lack of required skills. As a result, all engineering industries are projected to grow by 2025.

There are more than 115,000 engineering companies registered in Canada, notable ones include AECON, Banterer, Canadian Natural Resource, CIMA+, Golder, and many others. Canadian universities are therefore ideal study abroad destinations for foreign applicants who plan to settle in Canada with a job that offers a good salary.

1. Toronto University
2. Waterloo University
3. Alberta University
4. McGill University
5. Queen’s University
6. University of Calgary
7. McMaster University
8. Ryerson University
9. University of Victoria
10. University of Ottawa
11. Western University
12. Montreal University
13. Concordia University
14. University of Ontario Institute of Technology
15. Simon Fraser University
16. University of Saskatchewan
17. Dalhouise University
18. Laval University
19. York University
20. Concordia University
21. Carleton University
22. Université du Québec à Montréal
23. Ecole de Technologie Superieure
24. University of Manitoba
25. Dalhousie University
26. University of Guelph
27. Memorial University of Newfoundland
28. New Brunswick
29. Sherbrooke
30. University of Windsor
31. Royal Military College

11 Top Universities in Canada for MBA

An MBA in Canada is available at more than 50 universities and colleges. According to the QS ranking, Canada has 10 MBA colleges in the top 200 list. While McGill University now tops the ranking of Canadian universities with a global ranking of #31, the University of Toronto is still considered the best MBA in Canada with a global MBA ranking of #42. The Rotman School of Management is followed by Queen’s University’s Smith School of Business. 

Let’s check out the top-ranked MBA colleges in Canada.

1. Toronto (Rothman) University
2. British Columbia (Sauder) University
3. Alberta University
4. University of Montreal
5. York University
6. Western University
7. Simon Fraser University
8. McGill University
9. University of Waterloo
10. Queens University
11. HEC Montreal

18 Top Universities in Canada for Pure Science

Here is a list of the top 18 universities in Canada for those who wish to pursue Pure Science courses: 

1. Toronto University
2. British Columbia University
3. McGill University
4. Waterloo University
5. Alberta University
6. Montreal University
7. Queen’s University of Kingston
8. Calgary University
9. Simon Fraser University
10. Western Ontario University
11. Ottawa University
12. Dalhousie University
13. Victoria University
14. Laval University
15. Université du Québec à Montréal
16. Carleton University
17. Sherbrooke University
18. Guelph University

11 Best Universities in Canada for Humanities & Social Sciences

This ranking Canada’s list of Universities is the same as for Management (MBA) courses.

1. Toronto (Rothman) University
2. British Columbia (Sauder) University
3. Alberta University
4. Montreal University
5. York University
6. Western University
7. Simon Fraser University
8. McGill University
9. Waterloo University
10. Queens University
11. HEC Montreal

13 Best Universities in Canada for Law

More than 70 law colleges in Canada offer more than 240 programs with specializations in civil law, social and legal studies, justice and society, etc. Since Canada has a dual legal system, law colleges in Canada train students to practice at any level. There are countless reasons to choose law colleges in Canada.

Let’s check out the top-ranked Law colleges in Canada.

1. Toronto University
2. McGill University
3. British Columbia University
4. York University
5. Montreal University
6. Alberta University
7. Ottawa University
8. Dalhousie University
9. Queen’s University of Kingston
10. Calgary University
11. Western Ontario University
12. Laval University
13. Victoria University

7 Best Universities in Canada for Fine Arts

Here is the list of top-ranked fine arts colleges in Canada

1. Concordia University
2. Emily Carr University
3. British Columbia University
4. Toronto University
5. Alberta University
6. OCAD University
7. Ryerson University

8 Best Universities in Canada for Agriculture

Following are some of the best universities in Canada for agriculture

1. Guelph
2. British Columbia
3. Alberta
4. McGill University
5. Manitoba
6. Saskatchewan
7. Toronto
8. Laval University

Epilogue

So, there you have the top-ranking Canadian colleges and universities. Canada is also known as the land of lilies or the land of maple. It’s a beautiful country with one of the harshest climates, though. Swathes of students have been traveling recently to the country from our tropical warm land of India. Getting accustomed is difficult, however, you will get to experience one of the best education systems in the world and top-class infrastructure in Canada. Feel free to talk to our international mobility experts. iDreamCareer is always ready to help young minds like you from 9th class, 10th class, class 11, class 12 with an aim to select their most-suited career choices.

Pages you’d need:

• A Guide to universities in Canada
• Our study abroad knowledge hub
• How to reach colleges abroad?
• Know Why Study in Canada
• MBA in Canada: An Ultimate Guide
• Scholarships for Indian Students in Canada
• Best Engineering Colleges in Canada
• Popular PG Diploma Courses in Canada