Canada — university guide
The 109 universities in Canada in 2026
An informative guide to the 109 higher education institutions in Canada: international rankings, tuition fees, programs and practical information for your orientation.
109
Universities
90
Public
19
Private
#24
Best ranking
University of Toronto
6,500 CAD
Min bachelor fee
65
Programs
Bachelor fee range in Canada
Based on the 106 universities in Canada that published their fees.
Min6,500 CADMax61,000 CAD
Universities in Canada: public, private, rankings, fees and programs
90
Public universities
The public institutions in Canada
90universities
19
Private universities
The private institutions in Canada
19universities
30
Best universities
Ranked by overall average
30universities
106
The cheapest
Universities with the lowest fees
106universities
109
University fees
Tuition fee analysis
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65
Programs
Fields offered in Canada
65programs
List of universities in Canada in 2026
109 universities listedCapilano University
Public7 7 programs· A public university in North Vancouver, BC, focused on applied learning and career-ready education.
Carleton University
#478Public20 20 programs· Public university in Ottawa recognized for journalism, public affairs, and engineering.
Concordia University
#551Public35 35 programs· Public English-language university in Montreal, recognized for arts, engineering, and business.
Concordia University of Edmonton
Private6 6 programs· Private university in Edmonton (AB) offering liberal arts and applied sciences.
Crandall University
Private8 8 programs· Private Baptist university in Moncton offering personalized education and community engagement.
Dalhousie University
#303Public31 31 programs· Public research university in Halifax, Nova Scotia, renowned for ocean sciences, medicine, and law.
University of Fredericton
Private6 6 programs· A private online university in New Brunswick, specializing in business administration and leadership programs for working professionals.
University of Guelph
#538Public28 28 programs· Public university in Ontario, leader in agriculture, veterinary medicine, and life sciences.
Université de Hearst
Public8 8 programs· Small francophone university in Northern Ontario, dedicated to supporting and developing French-speaking communities.
King's University
Private8 8 programs· A private Christian liberal arts university in Edmonton, Alberta, emphasizing faith‑integrated learning and small class sizes.
University of King’s College
Public10 10 programs· Canada’s oldest chartered university, in Halifax, offering intimate liberal education.
Kingswood University
Private6 6 programs· Private Wesleyan Christian university in New Brunswick, focused on theology and practical ministry.
University of Alberta
#102Public36 36 programs· Public university in Edmonton, leader in research, engineering, and sciences.
University of Prince Edward Island
Public7 7 programs· Public university in Charlottetown, recognized for veterinary medicine, sciences, and business programs.
Université de l’Ontario français
Public6 6 programs· Francophone public university in Toronto dedicated to pedagogical innovation and applied research in French.
University of British Columbia
#42Public42 42 programs· World-top university in Vancouver, excelling in research and sustainability.
Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences
Private4 4 programs· Private university specializing in workplace health and safety and disability management in Port Alberni.
University of Saskatchewan
#458Public24 24 programs· Public university in Saskatoon, leader in agriculture and veterinary medicine.
University of the Fraser Valley
Public8 8 programs· Public university in the Fraser Valley (BC) focused on practice and inclusion.
Laval University
#335Public42 42 programs· First Francophone university in the Americas, in Quebec City, recognized for research.
University of Lethbridge
Public8 8 programs· Public university in Lethbridge (AB) recognized for research and teaching.
MacEwan University
Public8 8 programs· A public university in Edmonton, Alberta, dedicated to student success and teaching excellence.
Université de Moncton
Public10 10 programs· Public Francophone university in New Brunswick, multi-campus and inclusive.
Université de Montréal
#140Public48 48 programs· Major Francophone university in Montreal, recognized for research and HEC Montréal.