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6 Best Linguistics Bachelor's Universities in Canada

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

6 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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NS NSCAD University logo

NSCAD University

Halifax, Nova Scotia · Public University

★ 51 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 22,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
Founded
1887
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TR Thompson Rivers University logo

Thompson Rivers University

Kamloops, British Columbia · Public University

★ 49 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 20,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
Founded
1970
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UN University of New Brunswick logo

University of New Brunswick

Fredericton, New Brunswick · Public University

★ 49 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 20,000 – CAD 32,000/yr
Founded
1785
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CE Centennial College logo

Centennial College

Toronto, Ontario · Polytechnic

★ 46 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 15,000 – CAD 22,000/yr
Founded
1966
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CA Canadore College logo

Canadore College

North Bay, Ontario · Polytechnic

★ 46 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 14,000 – CAD 21,000/yr
Founded
1967

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Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Linguistics 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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