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5 Best Criminal Law Bachelor's Universities in Canada

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

5 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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MC McMaster University logo

McMaster University

Hamilton, Ontario · Public University

★ 64 QS World #176 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 40,000 – CAD 62,000/yr
Founded
1887
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OCAD University

Toronto, Ontario · Public University

★ 51 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 24,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
Founded
1876
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UN University of Northern British Columbia logo

University of Northern British Columbia

Prince George, British Columbia · Public University

★ 42 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 20,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
Founded
1990
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NorQuest College

Edmonton, Alberta · Polytechnic

★ 42 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 14,000 – CAD 21,000/yr
Founded
1965
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YU Yukon University logo

Yukon University

Whitehorse, Yukon · Public University

★ 38 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 16,000 – CAD 24,000/yr
Founded
1963

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Frequently asked questions

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

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include McMaster University, OCAD University, University of Northern British Columbia. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Criminal Law 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 Criminal Law 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 Criminal Law at Bachelor's level in Canada

Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Criminal Law 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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