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 listedMount Saint Vincent University
Public8 8 programs· Public university in Halifax (NS) recognized for education and health programs.
Mount Royal University
Public8 8 programs· Public university in Calgary (AB) focused on applied teaching and student success.
Nipissing University
Public15 15 programs· A public university in North Bay, Ontario, widely recognized for its excellence in education and nursing programs.
Quest University Canada
Private11 11 programs· A private liberal arts and sciences university in British Columbia, featuring a unique, inquiry-based curriculum centered on student-led projects.
University of Regina
#897Public8 8 programs· Public university in Regina (SK) recognized for co-op placements and inclusion.
Royal Roads University
Public7 7 programs· A public university in Victoria, BC, specializing in applied and professional programs for working adults.
Saint Mary’s University
Public17 17 programs· Public university in Halifax recognized for its business school and diverse science programs.
Université de Saint-Boniface
Public8 8 programs· Public Francophone university in Manitoba (Winnipeg), small and inclusive.
St. Francis Xavier University
Public19 19 programs· Public university in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, recognized for student experience quality.
St. Jerome’s University
Public8 8 programs· Catholic bilingual college affiliated with the University of Waterloo, focused on liberal arts.
Saint Paul University
Public10 10 programs· Public bilingual university in Ottawa, specializing in social sciences, conflict, and translation.
St. Thomas University
Public8 8 programs· Small public liberal arts university in Fredericton (NB), student-centered.
Université Sainte-Anne
Public11 11 programs· Only Francophone university in Nova Scotia, dedicated to the French language and Acadian culture.
Université de Sherbrooke
#777Public13 13 programs· Public Francophone university in Quebec recognized for cooperative programs.
Simon Fraser University
#297Public36 36 programs· Public university in Vancouver (BC), recognized for innovation and community engagement.
St. Stephen’s University
Private7 7 programs· Private Christian university in New Brunswick, specializing in theology, peace, and reconciliation.
University of Sudbury
Public8 8 programs· Public bilingual university in Sudbury, centered on bilingualism and Northern development.
TÉLUQ University
Public10 10 programs· Public Québec university entirely online, a pioneer in French-language distance education.
Thompson Rivers University
Public7 7 programs· Public university in Kamloops (BC) with diverse programs and renowned international welcome.
University of Toronto
#24Public52 52 programs· Canada’s top university, global leader in research, located in Toronto.
Trent University
Public16 16 programs· Public university in Peterborough, Ontario, recognized for interdisciplinary and sustainable education.
Trinity Western University
Private8 8 programs· Private Christian university in Langley (BC) offering liberal arts and sciences.
Vancouver Island University
#1111Public7 7 programs· Public university in Nanaimo (BC) focused on practical teaching and inclusion.
University of Victoria
#324Public34 34 programs· Public university on Vancouver Island (BC), recognized for research and sustainability.