★ 83
QS World #29
Star rating 6
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 30,000 – CAD 65,000/yr
- Founded
- 1821
13 Best Science PhD Universities in Canada
Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.
13 universities · ranked best first
how we rank
★ 80
QS World #38
Star rating 6
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 42,000 – CAD 63,000/yr
- Founded
- 1908
★ 72
QS World #112
Star rating 6
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 45,000 – CAD 68,000/yr
- Founded
- 1957
★ 72
QS World #298
Star rating 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 28,000 – CAD 45,000/yr
- Founded
- 1818
★ 66
QS World #209
Star rating 5
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 45,000 – CAD 60,000/yr
- Founded
- 1841
★ 59
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 22,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
- Founded
- 1839
★ 58
Star rating 3
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 20,000 – CAD 32,000/yr
- Founded
- 1969
★ 51
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 22,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
- Founded
- 1887
★ 50
Star rating 4
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 22,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
- Founded
- 1853
★ 45
Star rating 3
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 18,000 – CAD 26,000/yr
- Founded
- 1910
★ 42
Star rating 3
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 19,000 – CAD 30,000/yr
- Founded
- 1969
★ 41
Star rating 3
Admissions open
- Tuition (indicative)
- CAD 24,000 – CAD 34,000/yr
- Founded
- 1960
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Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Canada for PhD Science?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include McGill University, University of British Columbia, University of Waterloo. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a PhD in Science 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 Science 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 Science at PhD level in Canada
Canada is a popular, affordable destination for Science at PhD 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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