Best Universities in Canada for International Students

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Top 10 Universities in Canada
Score requirements for the best universities in Canada
Cost of studying a master's at the best universities in Canada
Cost of studying a bachelor’s at the best universities in Canada
Best universities in Canada in different cities
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Planning to study in Canada? Here are top-ranked universities in Canada for international students with average tuition fees, popular programs, requirements, and more

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Canada has always been a popular destination for students seeking quality education, multiculturalism, a safe and welcoming environment, and career opportunities. According to the Canadian Council of Ministers, Canada has 223 public and private universities. Of all these Canadian universities, 30 are listed in the QS World University Rankings for 2023, and 31 are listed in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2023.

In this blog, we will be exploring the best universities in Canada for international students, with insights into their rankings, popular programs, campuses, tuition fees, and more.

Top 10 Universities in Canada

Tabulated below are the top-ranking universities in Canada; the rankings are determined by agencies based on factors like academic reputation, international student population, research, job opportunities, and more. While you explore these universities, interact and know more about them from experts, prospective students, and alumni by being part of the GyanDhan discussion forum.

University Name	QS Ranking 2023	THE Ranking 2023	% of International Students
McGill University	30	46	48%
University of Toronto	21	18	38.79%
University of British Columbia	34	40	28.6%
University of Alberta	111	118	18.6%
University of Montreal	141	111	14.45%
McMaster University	189	85	17.20%
University of Waterloo	112	201 - 250	40%
Western University	114	201 - 250	14.04%
University of Ottawa	203	137	25%
University of Calgary	182	201 - 250	29.07%

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The University of Toronto has 40 Libraries with 11.2 million in physical holdings and 7.9 million in electronic holdings, making it 3rd third-largest library system in North America.

Score requirements for the best universities in Canada

The score requirements for the best universities in Canada vary depending on the university and the program you are applying for. Generally, these universities have highly competitive admission processes and require high academic achievements and test scores. Here are some approximate score requirements for the top universities in Canada:

University Name	GRE	GMAT	IELTS	TOEFL	GPA
McGill University	675	321	6	79	3
University of Toronto	500	300	6	93	3
University of British Columbia	550	310	6	100	3
University of Alberta	613	310	6	88	3
University of Montreal	630	308	6.5	104	3.3
McMaster University	613	304	6	88	3.7
University of Waterloo	500	300	7	90	3
Western University	500	300	6	86	2
University of Ottawa	570	310	6	86	3.11
University of Calgary	500	300	6	86	3.3

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Cost of studying a master's at the best universities in Canada

University Name	Popular Programs	Tuition Range (CAD)
McGill University	MSc in Biotechnology MSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering MBA	19,000 CAD - 32,000 CAD
University of Toronto	MSc in Computer Science MEng in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering MASc in Electrical and Computer Engineering	6,210 CAD - 43,990 CAD
University of British Columbia	Master’s in Data Science MEng in Electrical and Computer Engineering MEng in Leadership	15,000 CAD - 30,000 CAD
University of Alberta	MS in Computer Science MSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering MS in Statistical Machine Learning	14,000 CAD - 30,000 CAD
University of Montreal	MS in Computer Science MS in Advanced Pharmacotherapy MS in Finance	30,000 CAD - 38,000 CAD
McMaster University	MS in Computer Science MSc in Biology MD in Biomedical Engineering	9,000 CAD - 25,000 CAD
University of Waterloo	M.Math in Computer Science M.Eng in Electrical and Computer Engineering	13,000 CAD - 21,000 CAD
Western University	MSc in Computer Science Master's in Data Analytics M.Eng in Electrical and Computer Engineering	22,000 CAD - 45,000 CAD
University of Ottawa	MEng in Mechanical Engineering	19,000 CAD - 22,000 CAD
University of Calgary	MS in Data Science and Analytics MS in Neuroscience	13,500 CAD - 20,000 CAD

Cost of studying a bachelor’s at the best universities in Canada

University Name	Popular Programs	Tuition Range (CAD)
McGill University	B.S Architecture B.Sc Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing	30,000 CAD - 56,000 CAD
University of Toronto	B.Sc Computer Science Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Relations and Human Resources	41,540 CAD - 61,350 CAD
University of British Columbia	Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering Bachelor's in Environme