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Best Universities in Canada – One of the most sought after study abroad destinations for students wanting to pursue higher education abroad, Canada registers one of the highest footfalls of Indian students enrolling in the top universities/ colleges in Canada. With state of the art education institutes, reasonable tuition fees, low cost of living, and a country with endless possibilities, Canada has over the years reinvented itself to become the major study destination for international students looking for higher education overseas.

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Best Universities in Canada

Here is a list of top 10 universities in Canada for international students wanting to study abroad.

University	Shiksha Popularity Rank	QS Rank 2021 (Nationally)	THE Rank 2021 (Nationally)
University of Toronto	1	1	1
McGill University	2	2	3
University of British Columbia	3	3	2
University of Alberta	4	5	6
McMaster University	5	6	4
Queen's University	6	9	11
University of Ottawa	7	11	7
University of Waterloo	8	7	9
Western University	9	8	9
University of Montreal	10	4	5

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University of Toronto

Established in 1827, the University of Toronto boasts the best teaching and research faculties across North America. The university’s engineering school and law faculty are appreciated for its excellence among its other faculties. Also, its medical programs and research performance are praiseworthy by the highest industry standards. A daily feature among the top-ranked universities around the world, the college boasts of nurturing some of the best minds. Some of the popular courses pursued at the University of Toronto are

• International Foundation Program
• Arts and Science, St. George campus
• Applied Science and Engineering
• Medical Radiation Sciences
• Kinesiology and Physical Education
• Daniels Faculty of Landscape, Architecture, and Design

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McGill University

Home to over 10,000 international students that constitute over 30 percent of the student demographics, speak volumes of the popularity that McGill University enjoys, among students worldwide. The university is often touted as one of Canada’s best-known institutions of higher learning and one of the leading research-intensive universities in the world. With state-of-the-art facilities and a renowned school of staff, the university works hard to provide international undergraduate, graduate, visiting and exchange students with a host of academic and non-academic services and resources to make their stay at the university a memorable experience. McGill University is made up of eleven faculties and eleven schools, covering everything from law to music, to religious studies.

• Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
• Faculty of Arts
• School of Continuing Studies
• Faculty of Dentistry
• Faculty of Education
• Schulich School of Music
• Faculty of Medicine

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The University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia is one of the best universities in Canada that follows dynamic teaching methods combined with modern facilities to educate students. The university boasts an excellent student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Students from more than 162 countries are studying at the university, which also provides students with a diverse environment.  Popular subjects offered by the University of British Columbia include

• Mineral and mining engineering
• Sports-related subjects
• Geography

University of Alberta

The university more commonly referred to as UAlberta offers its international students a plethora of over 200 undergraduate programs across 18 faculties and is home to 400+ research laboratories. The university which is home away from home to its students is tailored with thirteen on-campus residences providing a safe haven for students to study. Students can also participate in over 450 student clubs and groups in the university during their time at UAlberta. Every year the university offers over $28 million (CAD) to students in scholarships, awards, and financial support. Many programs in the university offer students paid co-op work or internship placements, both in Canada and in other countries. Popular faculty include

• Arts
• Engineering
• Pharma and Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Law
• Business
• Sports and Education, among others

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McMaster University

Established in 1887, McMaster University is among the four universities in Canada which has been consistently ranked in the top 100 by major global rankings. The research-oriented, medical-doctoral university is renowned for its work in health sciences. In 2016, it has been named the most research-intensive university by the Research Info source. Almost one-fourth of the student population comprises of international students, thus, offering diverse community experiences. Popular courses offered by McMaster university include

• Physical sciences
• Social sciences
• Business & economics
• Life sciences
• Engineering & technology

One of the reasons why Canada is a favorite study destination for international students wanting to study overseas is its promising post-study work options. Most Canadian universities have a cell called a Career Services Center, which helps you get jobs and helps you prepare for interviews. The on-campus recruitment is always driven by student interest. Companies that recruit through the University do not offer a job directly. What they offer is an internship or co-op. Companies like to see your work for a few months before they hire you full-time for work opportunities/ jobs in Canada.

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FAQs for top universities in Canada

Need more clarity on studying in the best colleges in Canada? Read the FAQs and understand more about studying in Canada.

Q. Which is the best course to study in Canada?

A. Top courses to study in Canada for international students are

• MBA
• Computer Science and IT
• Business & Finance
• Engineering Management
• Agricultural Science
• Biosciences

Q. Which are the top undergraduate (UG) courses to study in Canada?

A. Below mentioned are the top five undergraduate courses in Canada

• Engineering
• Information technology
• Business management
• Pharmacy technician
• Hospitality management

Read more about the top 5 UG courses in Canada here

Q. Which are the top postgraduate (PG) courses to study in Canada?

A. Below mentioned are the top five postgraduate courses in Canada

• Business Management
• Hospitality Management
• Health Science
• Science and Engineering
• Information Technology

Read about studying top postgraduate courses in Canada in detail here

Q. Which jobs are in demand in Canada?

A. Following jobs are in high demand in Canada.

• Registers Nurse
• College or Vocational Instructor
• Business Management Consultant
• Project Manager
• Software Engineer
• Information systems analysts
• Physiotherapy Assistant

Q. Which is the cheapest course in Canada for international students?

A. Read about some of the cheapest bachelors and masters courses in Canada here

Q. What's the hardest university to get into in Canada?

A. Smith Bachelor of Commerce at Queen's University is one the hardest colleges to get into. With an acceptance rate of around 7% and an admissions average of 87%, this university is one of the hardest to get into undergraduate programs in Canada.

Q. Which is the top university in Canada?

A. The University of Toronto is the topmost university in Canada. It is ranked as the number one university by popular ranking publishers like QS and THE. It is also ranked at 25th position by QS (Top universities) and 18th position by Times Higher Education (THE).

Q. Which are the most valuable degrees in Canada?

A. Some of the most valuable degrees to study in the best colleges in Canada for international students are:

• Finance
• Software Engineering
• Business Administration
• Civil Engineering
• Nursing
• Geosciences

Q. What are the top 10 universities in Canada?

A. Above you can read the top 10 universities in Canada from popular ranking publishers. You can also check the ranking of the best colleges in Canada for international students.

Q. Is it expensive to study in Canada?

A. When you compare it to other top study destinations in the world then Canada is the most affordable destination for higher studies. Due to its high standard of living and quality education at reasonable tuition fees and less cost of living it is popular among international students.

Q. Can I study in Canada for free?

A. There are no-tuition-free universities in Canada, however, there are numerous scholarships available for the best colleges in Canada for international students.