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University of Alberta ranks #6 nationally and University of Toronto maintains a consitent ranking of #1 for past few years. Compare various aspects of the two nationally as well as globally popular universities in Canada:
| University of Alberta | University of Toronto | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 5.7 Out of 10 | 7.4 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 94 QS World University 2026 # 81 Center for World University Rankings 2025 # 96 QS World University 2025 | # 29 QS World University 2026 # 21 Times Higher Education 2025 # 23 Center for World University Rankings 2025 |
| Subject Strength | # 88 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2025 # 86 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 # 126 for Law by Times Higher Education 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 |
| Programs | UG Programs -67 PG Programs -63 Doctorate Programs -8 | UG Programs -80 PG Programs -95 Doctorate Programs -7 |
| Acceptance Rate | 58.0 % | 43.0 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-550 IELTS-6.5 PTE-61 TOEFL-90 | GMAT-550 IELTS-6 MELAB-80 TOEFL-89 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 22125 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 10017 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 15600 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 45616 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 30120 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 38977 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Graduate employability Ranks QS: #99 It is ranked #110 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
| 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:
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| Campuses and B-Schools | School of Business, University of Alberta | University of Toronto (Mississauga) University of Toronto (Scarborough) Rotman School of Management |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.4/10 Read 21 reviews | 7.4/10 Read 80 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Alberta | University of Toronto |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1908 | 1827 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | :1 | 24:1 |
| Male:Female | 44% Male, 56% Female | 45% Male, 55% Female |
| Location Facts | Six campuses, with main (north campus) located on the edge of North Saskatechwan river. | Located admist of mixed green space and historical architecture |
| Library | Eight million volumes | Largest Library in Canada but ranked third in North America following Havard and Yale. Total 44 libraries are located across three campuses. More than 12 millions printed books, 1.4 million digital books, 150467 journal titles and a staff of 500 |
| Campus Life | Aboriginal Peoples Network, BearsDen (online student community), Fraternities and Sororities, Graduate Students' Association, Peer Support Centre, Sport Clubs, Student Music Ensembles, Students' Union, and Volunteer Opportunities | 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 | #Single Room - $12400 | #Whitney Hall - $16024 #Whitney Hall - $16973 |
| Famous Alumni | One Nobel laureate, four justice of supreme court, and 68 Rhodes scholars | 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 | The capital of Alberta, Edmonton has the lowest unemployment rate in Canada | 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. |
| Weather |
Though U of T is ranked best in Canada and has a better global standing, there are various reasons for which a student can opt for UAlberta. Some of these are:
- Lower tuition fees
- Higher acceptance rate
- More number of UG programs offered at UAlberta
- Cost of student accommodation is cheaper
- Less competitive score requirements for exams requried to study in Canada
Irrespective of these features, what makes UToronto stand out in comparison with UAlberta is
- Rotman School of Management’s MBA program is ranked better and offers high returns on investment.
- One of the largest library collection in Canada
- Engineering and technology programs at U of T are ranked better.
- Higher international student percentage
- Higher research funding is received. ($1.2 billion funds received)
- Higher placement package.
While making a choice between these two universities for studies in Canada, opting for either will be equally good. However, while comparing these universities, the primary factors that should affect an international student's choice are exam score, budget, expected returns, preferred location, etc. The academic excellence for both universities is at par for a variety of subjects/programs. Hence, the choice of program does not play a decisive role while making this decision.
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