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Australian National University vs University of Toronto

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The Australian National University is one of Australia's leading public universities. It is placed 27 in the QS Global World Rankings 2022. University of Toronto is one of the top 50 universities in the world. The university ranks at 34 in the latest QS World Rankings

Overview Comparison
Australian National UniversityUniversity of Toronto
Collegedunia Score6.9 Out of 107.4 Out of 10
ranking (overall)# 32 QS World University 2026
# 73 Times Higher Education 2026
# 73 Times Higher Education 2025
# 21 Times Higher Education 2026
# 29 QS World University 2026
# 21 Times Higher Education 2025
Subject Strength# 76 for Engineering by QS World University 2025
# 51 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
# 161 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
# 17 for Engineering by QS World University 2025
# 10 for Data Science and Analytics by QS World University 2025
# 14 for Medicine by QS World University 2025
ProgramsUG Programs -50
PG Programs -97
Doctorate Programs -31
UG Programs -80
PG Programs -93
Doctorate Programs -7
Acceptance Rate35.0 %43.0 %
Exam ScoreIELTS-6.5
PTE-64
TOEFL-80
Duolingo-100
GMAT-550
IELTS-6
PTE-60
TOEFL-89
Cost to StudyAverage Tuition Fees   31000
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees  32341
[For PG Program]
Average Tuition Fees   45616
[For UG Program]
Average Tuition Fees  30120
[For PG Program]
Hostel + Meal - 60626 Per Year
placement (average package)

Graduate Employability: #66, 
MBA: $97,000,
MA: $75,000,
Masters in Finance: $80,000


Placement rate was around 85% within 3 months of graduation Top recruiters were McKenzie Investments, KPMG, EY, Deloitte, Pepsico, Scotiank, National Bank Financial and others.

University of Toronto Graduates & Alumni Salaries - By  Degree:

  • Executive Masters-$208,000
  • PhD-$85,000
  • MBA-$83,000
  • Doctorate-$74,000
  • Masters in Science-$73,000
  • Masters in Finance-$72,000


application requirements

Accepting DET (Duolingo English Test) for 2021 entry, score required: 115, Interviews required

Student Profile/Supplementary Application (depends on program)
Indian student: Boards Certificate

Campuses and B-SchoolsCollege of Business and Economics, Australian National University
University of Toronto (Mississauga)
University of Toronto (Scarborough)
Rotman School of Management
CollegeDunia Reviews8.4/10 Read 12 reviews7.4/10 Read 81 reviews
General Facts Comparison
General FactsAustralian National UniversityUniversity of Toronto
Type of UniversityUniversity
University
Established1946
1827
Student:Faculty Ratio17:1:1
15:1
Male:Female46% Male, 0% Female45% Male, 55% Female
Location Facts

Located in the capital city an inland surrounded by mountains, bushes, and hills. The campus is rather smaller and calmer. 


Located admist of mixed green space and historical architecture
Connected via 4 subway stations


Library

Collection of theses from over 60 years, Brissenden collection: 1450 volume, newspapers from over 120 countries and in 60 languages, and much more


Largest Library in Canada but ranked third in North America following Havard and Yale. Total 40 libraries are located across three campuses. More than 12 millions printed books, 1.4 million digital books, 150467 journal titles and a staff of 169.


Campus Life

Around 130 clubs, on-campus cafe, shops, & bars, and designated Queer, women, ethnocultural, environmental departments


The campus has Kinesiology & Physical Education Undergraduate Association, Annesley Student Government Association (ASGA), Radio FWD, The Underground, UTM Society- CFRE Radio 91.9 FM, The Medium, Mike- newspaper, CIUT FM 89.5, and UTM AFFILIATE - Women's Centre.


Hostel-#Graduate House Standard Double Room With Meal plan - $13491
#Chestnut Residence Double Room With Meal plan - $21933
#Chestnut Residence Single Room With Meal plan - $25202
Famous Alumni

Kevin Rudd (Former PM), Bob Hawke (former PM), Peter Garrett (member of Australian house of representatives), Nich Minchin (Australian Senator), Jennifer Robinson (Australian human rights lawyer).


10 Nobel laureates, Ariana Grande (singer), Lin Chi-ling (model), Patrick Brown (Canadian Politician), Agnes Chan (Singer), Rudy Giuliani (Former Mayor of New York City), Margaret Atwood (writer) and Leslie Dan.


City Life

Considered most liveable city in Australia, Canberra has parliament house (old and the current one), National museum and gallery of Australia, National zoo and botanical park, CSIRO discovery center, variety of cultural events, multi-cuisine dining, etc. The unemployment rate is as low as 3.9%


Toronto is the second largest financial city in North America with a rate of success is higher for its brilliant management of talent, good quality of life and excessive competitive business ambiance. Since 2009, GDP growth of Toronto is higher in comparison to other major cities. 
Variety of options for food trips, cultural & sports events, cafes, and a nightlife worth experiencing


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