BestUniversitiesCanada

37 Best Law Bachelor's Universities in Canada

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

37 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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UT University of Toronto logo

University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario · Public University

★ 82 QS World #25 Star rating 6 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 45,000 – CAD 70,000/yr
Founded
1827
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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
3
UC University of Calgary logo

University of Calgary

Calgary, Alberta · Public University

★ 65 QS World #182 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 30,000 – CAD 48,000/yr
Founded
1966
4
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
5
UO University of Ottawa logo

University of Ottawa

Ottawa, Ontario · Public University

★ 64 QS World #189 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 34,000 – CAD 55,000/yr
Founded
1848
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YO York University logo

York University

Toronto, Ontario · Public University

★ 56 QS World #353 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 32,000 – CAD 55,000/yr
Founded
1959
8
CO Conestoga College logo

Conestoga College

Kitchener, Ontario · Polytechnic

★ 54 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 15,000 – CAD 23,000/yr
Founded
1967
9
UW University of Windsor logo

University of Windsor

Windsor, Ontario · Public University

★ 52 QS World #701 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 26,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded
1857
10
OC OCAD University logo

OCAD University

Toronto, Ontario · Public University

★ 51 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 24,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
Founded
1876
11
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

Frequently asked questions

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

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Toronto, Western University, University of Calgary. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

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

Canada is a popular, affordable destination for 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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