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University of Alberta is ranked at #110 in QS Global World Rankings and is one of the top-ranked universities in the country. University of Manitoba is one of the 15 research intensive universities in Canada.
| University of Alberta | University of Manitoba | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 5.7 Out of 10 | 4.8 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 94 QS World University 2026 # 81 Center for World University Rankings 2025 # 96 QS World University 2025 | # 643 QS World University 2026 # 295 Center for World University Rankings 2025 # 401 Times Higher Education 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 | # 451 for Engineering by QS World University 2025 # 301 for Medicine by QS World University 2025 # 351 for Law by Times Higher Education 2023 |
| Programs | UG Programs -67 PG Programs -63 Doctorate Programs -8 | UG Programs -45 PG Programs -46 Doctorate Programs -12 |
| Acceptance Rate | 58.0 % | 52.0 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-550 IELTS-6.5 PTE-61 TOEFL-90 | GMAT-550 IELTS-6.5 PTE-58 TOEFL-86 |
| 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 15642 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 4376 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 23482 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Graduate employability Ranks QS: #99 It is ranked #110 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
| MS graduates- up to $130,000 |
| Campuses and B-Schools | School of Business, University of Alberta | I.H. Asper School of Business |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.4/10 Read 21 reviews | 7.2/10 Read 14 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Alberta | University of Manitoba |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1908 | 1877 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | :1 | 28:1 |
| Male:Female | 44% Male, 56% Female | 44% Male, 56% Female |
| Location Facts | Six campuses, with main (north campus) located on the edge of North Saskatechwan river. | Located near the Fort Garry neighborhood of Winnipeg (Southern). |
| Library | Eight million volumes | 19 libraries with 2.5 million books, 70,000 e-journals, and 700,000 e-books |
| 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 | Campus owned Pub |
| Hostel | #Single Room - $12400 | #Double Room with Meal Plan - $10553 #Single Room with Meal Plan - $12929 |
| Famous Alumni | One Nobel laureate, four justice of supreme court, and 68 Rhodes scholars | 99 Rhodes Scholars, most in Western Canada |
| Weather |
Comparison of University of Alberta and University of Manitoba as discussed above favors, UAlberta. There are various reasons that lean a student towards option University of Alberta. Apart from the above mentioned, additional factors are:
- Global and National Rankings of UAlberta are better.
- The number of full-time undergraduate programs at U of A are more than University of Manitoba.
- MBA and engineering programs at University of Alberta are more ranked.
- Jobs offered to UAlberta graduates offer better package.
- Multiple hostel accommodation options.
- Offers programs in native studies.
- Paleontology research is highly popular including world-renowned dinosaur expert.
- Funding options available for intenational students.
There are certain reasons which may incline an international students decision towards University of Manitoba. These are majorly the low cost of attendance for studying. Another decision which may affect a students choice is the campus location and campus life at University of Manitoba. It is, however, suggested that an international student should preferrably opt for UAlberta which not only holds a better reputation in Canada but in the world as well.
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