University of Guelph

PROFILE UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH

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Ranked #1 in Canada

Veterinary Science in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, reported by the Ontario Veterinary College

Ranked #6 worldwide

Veterinary Science in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, reported by the Ontario Veterinary College

Ranked #30 worldwide

Agriculture and Forestry and #2 in Canada in the QS subject ranking update reported by University of Guelph News

Ranked 5th in the world

for sustainability focused MBA education in the 2021 Better World MBA ranking, reported on the University of Guelph rankings page.

The University of Guelph is a public university in Ontario, Canada with three campuses in Guelph, Ridgetown, and Toronto (University of Guelph-Humber). It offers undergraduate, graduate, diploma, and certificate options, plus academic English preparation for international students. Key benefits for international students include multiple entry points across the academic year, well known strengths in veterinary science, agriculture, and sustainability focused business education, and a large campus environment with extensive green space and student services.

ACHIEVEMENTS

University achievements at Guelph are reflected in discipline level global rankings, recognized professional programs, and specialized learning environments across its three campuses. Verified examples include top tier veterinary science performance, strong agriculture and forestry standing, and global recognition for sustainability focused MBA education.

  1. Veterinary Science recognition through the Ontario Veterinary College: #1 in Canada and #6 worldwide in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 (as reported by OVC).
  2. Agriculture and Forestry subject standing: Ontario Agricultural College ranked 30th worldwide and 2nd in Canada in a QS subject ranking update reported by University of Guelph News.
  3. Sustainability education recognition: Lang MBA ranked 5th in the world and 2nd in Canada in the 2021 Better World MBA ranking (as reported by the university rankings page)

FACILITIES

Facilities support academics, student life, athletics, and hands on learning across campuses, with major spaces for study, recreation, and campus services. The Guelph campus includes large lecture capacity, extensive recreation infrastructure, and a major green space arboretum. Facilities also include campus specific program delivery spaces at Ridgetown and the University of Guelph-Humber location in Toronto.

  1. University Centre, Guelph Campus
  2. Library, Guelph Campus
  3. Athletics Centre, Guelph Campus
  4. Fitness Centre, Guelph Campus
  5. Ice Rinks, Guelph Campus
  6. Pools, Guelph Campus
  7. Gyms, Guelph Campus
  8. Climbing Wall, Guelph Campus
  9. Fieldhouse and Indoor Track, Guelph Campus
  10. The Arboretum, Guelph Campus
  11. Residence Halls, Guelph Campus
  12. Dining Services, Guelph Campus

LOCATION

Guelph Campus

50 Stone Road East, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2W1, Canada

Ridgetown Campus

120 Main Street East, Ridgetown, Ontario, N0P 2C0, Canada

University of Guelph-Humber Campus

207 Humber College Blvd., Toronto, Ontario, M9W 5L7, Canada

INTAKE & PROGRAMMED OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: NA

UNDERGRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.5

POST GRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.5

Programmes

List of all certificate programmes

  1. English Language Certificate Program (ELCP)

List of undergraduate programmes

  1. Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.)
  2. Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
  3. Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (B.A.S.)
  4. Bachelor of Bio Resource Management (B.B.R.M.)
  5. Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm.)
  6. Bachelor of Computing (B.Comp.)
  7. Bachelor of Creative Arts, Health and Wellness (B.C.A.)
  8. Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
  9. Bachelor of Indigenous Environmental Science and Practice (B.I.E.S.P.)

List of postgraduate programmes

  1. Master’s and Doctoral graduate programs offered across disciplines (the university states it offers over 100 graduate programs at the Master’s and Doctoral level).

List of other programmes

  1. Open Learning degree credit certificates and diplomas (Open Learning certificate or diploma application is referenced in the undergraduate calendar)

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

90 to 180 USD

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDER GRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

3,120 to 6,240 CAD per year

34,061 to 96,794 CAD per year

19,681 to 57,318 CAD per year

Living Cost

Approximately 1,875 CAD per month

ACCOMODATION

on-campus
University of Guelph Residence system

University residence offers multiple room types including single, double, triple, and quad rooms, plus apartment and townhouse style options. Reported pricing for residence is 7,900 to 11,196 CAD for 2 semesters, varying by occupancy and room style.

  1. Room types: single, double, triple, quad, apartments, townhouses
  2. Price range: 7,900 to 11,196 CAD per 2 semesters
  3. Suitable for students who want campus proximity and bundled student life access
off-campus
University of Guelph Off Campus Living resources and listings

The university provides off campus living resources and recommended listing websites to help students find rentals in the Guelph area. Examples listed include Places4Students, thecannon.ca classifieds, and Rent Panda as recommended listing websites.

  1. Places4Students listings
  2. thecannon.ca classifieds
  3. Rent Panda listings