Trent University is a public research university in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Algoma university is a public university located with its main campus in Marie, Ontario, Canada
| Trent University | Algoma University | |
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| Collegedunia Score | 4.1 Out of 10 | - |
| ranking (overall) | # 1723 Center for World University Rankings 2025 # 1784 US News 2024 # 1497 US News 2023 | - |
| Subject Strength | # 401 for Engineering by Academy Ranking of World Universities 2022 | - |
| Programs | UG Programs -96 PG Programs -17 Doctorate Programs -5 | UG Programs -27 PG Programs -2 |
| Acceptance Rate | 33.0 % | 65.0 % |
| Exam Score | Duolingo-115 IELTS-6.5 PTE-59 TOEFL-86 | Duolingo-95 GMAT-500 GRE-280 IELTS-6 PTE-52 TOEFL-83 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 16038 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 15950 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 16500 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 13714 [For UG Program] Hostel + Meal - 8410 Per Year |
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| Every summer, faculty recruit students to perform important research and provide assistance in their area of study. These work placements not only assist students to develop their resumes but also give them the chance to publish their research findings. Through the Financial Aid Office, the Algoma University Work Study Program aims to offer eligible Algoma University students on-campus part-time employment.
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| application requirements | Applicants should have completed senior secondary school with minimum of 70% in 4 best subjects. Submit English proficiency test scores. Students have to check program specific requirements for their courses. | Submit higher secondary school transcripts. Submit English langauge proficiency test scores. Each program has program specific requirements. |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.0/10 Read 14 reviews | 5.7/10 Read 7 reviews |
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| General Facts | Trent University | Algoma University |
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| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1964 | 1965 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 20:1:1 | 10:1 |
| Male:Female | 46% Male, 0% Female | 52% Male, 48% Female |
| Location Facts | The main campus of the university is located at Peterborough, Ontario. The university also has a satellite campus at Oshawa which serves regional municiplaity of Durham. | There are three campuses: Brampton campus, Sault Ste. Marie campus and Timmins campus. The main campus is located at Sault Ste. Marie. |
| Library | There are two libraries at the two campuses. Bata library at the Peterborough university and Durham campus library and learning center at Durham campus. The libraries have a large collection of more than 250,000 printed volumes of books, over 500,000 e-books, 243,273 government publications, and wide range of data resources. | The Wishart Library is also an integral part of the overall academic experience, serving as the access hub to learning resources, and especially through providing learner-centered programs in research skills and information access. It also plays important provincial and national roles as a member of scholarly research networks such as the CONIFER library consortium, the Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL) and the Canadian Research Knowledge Network (CRKN). |
| Campus Life |
| There’s plenty of student clubs with a wide variety of interests at Algoma U – everything from gaming, social activism, gardening, and photography. The Algoma University Students’ Union (AUSU) is committed to ensuring that students’ university experience is fulfilling and enjoyable. Students have ample opportunities to develop solid research skills in a very supportive, dynamic and creative environment |
| Hostel | #Housing & Meals - $16500 | #Housing - $5410 |
| Famous Alumni | Over 50,000 Trent University alumni reside all across the globe. The college's growth is dependent on international alumni. Among the college's noteworthy graduates are John Horgan (Premier of British Columbia), Chris Hodgson (Ex-Ontario Government Cabinet Minister), Stewart Wheeler (Ambassador to Iceland), Tim Cook (historian), Nancy Anne Sakovich (model and actress), James Orbinski (Doctors without Borders, Nobel Prize Winner) and Richard Harrison (Poet). | Michael Cachagee (activist, speaker), Joanne Roberston (author, illustrator), Roxanne Martin (artist, author), Ryan Harnden (Canadian curler) |
| City Life |
| Algoma University’s Brampton campus is situated in the heart of historic downtown Brampton, providing convenient access to an array of city and regional transportation options. The downtown area is home to over 1,500 businesses and services. Enjoy great restaurants, shops, cultural, arts and entertainment attractions, as well as indoor and outdoor recreational spaces—all within steps of our classrooms. From food trucks to events in Garden Square, Algoma U student life is integrated with urban Brampton life. Sault Ste. Marie, referred to as “The Soo” by locals, has all the amenities of a big city—shopping, entertainment, sports teams, festivals, and cultural activities—but without the hassle of traffic. Located along the U.S. border with Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, this Canadian city is small enough to get around on foot or bike. It’s only a 30-minute walk from campus to downtown or a 10-minute bike or bus ride. |
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