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16 Best Professional Accounting & Finance Master's Universities in Canada

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

16 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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SF Simon Fraser University logo

Simon Fraser University

Burnaby, British Columbia · Public University

★ 64 QS World #318 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 32,000 – CAD 50,000/yr
Founded
1965
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SE Seneca Polytechnic logo

Seneca Polytechnic

Toronto, Ontario · Polytechnic

★ 55 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 15,000 – CAD 26,000/yr
Founded
1967
3
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
4
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
5
ÉT École de technologie supérieure logo

École de technologie supérieure

Montreal, Quebec · Public University

★ 51 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 22,000 – CAD 36,000/yr
Founded
1974
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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
7
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
8
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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VC Vancouver Community College logo

Vancouver Community College

Vancouver, British Columbia · Polytechnic

★ 47 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 15,000 – CAD 22,000/yr
Founded
1965
10
GE Georgian College logo

Georgian College

Barrie, Ontario · Polytechnic

★ 46 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 14,000 – CAD 22,000/yr
Founded
1967
11
CA Carleton University logo

Carleton University

Ottawa, Ontario · Public University

★ 46 QS World #651 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 29,000 – CAD 44,000/yr
Founded
1942
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SM Saint Mary's University logo

Saint Mary's University

Halifax, Nova Scotia · Public University

★ 45 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
CAD 18,000 – CAD 28,000/yr
Founded
1802

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Canada for Master's Professional Accounting & Finance?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Simon Fraser University, Seneca Polytechnic, University of Lethbridge. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Professional Accounting & Finance 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 Professional Accounting & Finance 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 Professional Accounting & Finance at Master's level in Canada

Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Professional Accounting & Finance at Master'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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