BestUniversitiesCanada

9 Best Accounting Bachelor's Universities in Canada

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

9 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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QU Queen's University logo

Queen's University

Kingston, Ontario · Public University

★ 66 QS World #209 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 45,000 – CAD 60,000/yr
Founded
1841
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WE Western University logo

Western University

London, Ontario · Public University

★ 65 QS World #114 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 38,000 – CAD 60,000/yr
Founded
1878
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HE HEC Montréal logo

HEC Montréal

Montreal, Quebec · Public University

★ 60 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 24,000 – CAD 45,000/yr
Founded
1907
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BR Brock University logo

Brock University

St. Catharines, Ontario · Public University

★ 53 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 27,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded
1964
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LA Wilfrid Laurier University logo

Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo, Ontario · Public University

★ 53 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 30,000 – CAD 42,000/yr
Founded
1911
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UL University of Lethbridge logo

University of Lethbridge

Lethbridge, Alberta · Public University

★ 52 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 22,000 – CAD 33,000/yr
Founded
1967
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LA Université Laval logo

Université Laval

Quebec City, Quebec · Public University

★ 51 QS World #430 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 24,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded
1663
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UM University of Manitoba logo

University of Manitoba

Winnipeg, Manitoba · Public University

★ 47 QS World #671 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 22,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded
1877
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UC University Canada West logo

University Canada West

Vancouver, British Columbia · Private University

★ 47 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 28,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded
2004

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Canada for Bachelor's Accounting?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Queen's University, Western University, HEC Montréal. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Accounting cost in Canada?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Accounting in Canada?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Accounting at Bachelor's level in Canada

Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Accounting at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, Canada’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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