Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities for a Master's Degree in Canada
We compared 87 universities in Canada — typical tuition is ₹5.08 L a year.
Universities87
Typical tuition₹5.08 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹20K – ₹29.86 Llowest course fee
Cities55
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 24 — Best Universities for a Master's Degree in Canada
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 87 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
University of Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
from ₹1.35 L/yrTuition
22Courses
N/AAccepts
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of British Columbia | Vancouver | — | ₹5.37 L | 73 |
| University of Toronto | Toronto, Ontario | — | ₹5.85 L | 50 |
| McGill University | Montreal, Quebec | — | ₹2.14 L | 41 |
| Dalhousie University | Halifax, Nova Scotia | — | ₹2.43 L | 38 |
| McMaster University | Hamilton, Ontario | — | ₹1.91 L | 38 |
| University of Saskatchewan | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | — | ₹20K | 37 |
| Memorial University of Newfoundland | St. John's | — | ₹1.47 L | 35 |
| University of Calgary | Calgary, Alberta | — | ₹1.18 L | 35 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Canada?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are The University of British Columbia, University of Toronto, McGill University, Dalhousie University, McMaster University. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Canada?
Across 87 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹5.08 L a year, ranging from ₹20K to ₹29.86 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Canada?
University of Saskatchewan has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹20K a year.
How many universities are covered?
87 universities match this guide; the top 24 are shown.
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