106 cheapest universities in Canada in 2026
The most affordable universities in Canada, ranked by minimum bachelor fees. Ideal for optimising your study budget.
Lowest fee
6,500 CAD/yr
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106 universities ranked by increasing fees
No. 1Université de l’Ontario français
Francophone public university in Toronto dedicated to pedagogical innovation and applied research in French.
No. 2Université de Moncton
Public Francophone university in New Brunswick, multi-campus and inclusive.
No. 3Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences
Private university specializing in workplace health and safety and disability management in Port Alberni.
No. 4College of the North Atlantic
Large public college in Newfoundland and Labrador offering affordable professional and technical programs.
No. 5TÉLUQ University
Public Québec university entirely online, a pioneer in French-language distance education.
No. 6St. Stephen’s University
Private Christian university in New Brunswick, specializing in theology, peace, and reconciliation.
No. 7École de technologie supérieure
Public engineering school in Montreal, specializing in applied engineering and technological innovation.
No. 8Université de Saint-Boniface
Public Francophone university in Manitoba (Winnipeg), small and inclusive.
No. 9Brandon University
Public university in Manitoba (Brandon) recognized for arts and education.
No. 10Memorial University of Newfoundland
Largest university in Newfoundland and Labrador, accessible and maritime-focused.
No. 11Kingswood University
Private Wesleyan Christian university in New Brunswick, focused on theology and practical ministry.
No. 12Canadian Mennonite University
Private university in Winnipeg (MB), founded on Mennonite values and social engagement.
No. 13Concordia University of Edmonton
Private university in Edmonton (AB) offering liberal arts and applied sciences.
No. 14Yukon University
Canada’s first Northern university, offering programs tailored to the North in Whitehorse.
No. 15Athabasca University
Public Alberta university specializing in distance education.
No. 16Booth University College
Private Christian university in Winnipeg offering education focused on social justice and engagement.
No. 17Université Sainte-Anne
Only Francophone university in Nova Scotia, dedicated to the French language and Acadian culture.
No. 18Université de Sherbrooke
Public Francophone university in Quebec recognized for cooperative programs.
No. 19University College of the North
Public institution in Northern Manitoba offering programs tailored to Northern and Indigenous communities.
No. 20Mount Saint Vincent University
Public university in Halifax (NS) recognized for education and health programs.
No. 21Université de Hearst
Small francophone university in Northern Ontario, dedicated to supporting and developing French-speaking communities.
No. 22Saint Paul University
Public bilingual university in Ottawa, specializing in social sciences, conflict, and translation.
No. 23Cape Breton University
Public island university in Nova Scotia, recognized for its welcome to international students.
No. 24University of Winnipeg
Public university in Manitoba recognized for liberal arts and accessibility.