BestUniversitiesCanada

8 Best Medicine (MD) Bachelor's Universities in Canada

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

8 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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MC McGill University logo

McGill University

Montreal, Quebec · Public University

★ 83 QS World #29 Star rating 6 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 30,000 – CAD 65,000/yr
Founded
1821
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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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DA Dalhousie University logo

Dalhousie University

Halifax, Nova Scotia · Public University

★ 72 QS World #298 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 28,000 – CAD 45,000/yr
Founded
1818
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UD Université de Montréal logo

Université de Montréal

Montreal, Quebec · Public University

★ 69 QS World #141 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 26,000 – CAD 50,000/yr
Founded
1878
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UA University of Alberta logo

University of Alberta

Edmonton, Alberta · Public University

★ 69 QS World #96 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 30,000 – CAD 45,000/yr
Founded
1908
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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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ME Memorial University of Newfoundland logo

Memorial University of Newfoundland

St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador · Public University

★ 44 QS World #751 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 20,000 – CAD 32,000/yr
Founded
1925
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UD Université de Sherbrooke logo

Université de Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke, Quebec · Public University

★ 42 QS World #701 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 22,000 – CAD 36,000/yr
Founded
1954

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Canada for Bachelor's Medicine (MD)?

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

How much does a Bachelor's in Medicine (MD) 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 Medicine (MD) 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 Medicine (MD) at Bachelor's level in Canada

Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Medicine (MD) 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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