25 Best Bachelor's Social Sciences & Psychology Universities in Ontario, Canada

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with tuition fees, entry requirements and how to apply.

Looking for the best Social Sciences & Psychology universities in Ontario? We rank 25 Ontario universities offering bachelor's programs in Social Sciences & Psychology, using our transparent composite score — no paid placement. University of Waterloo, Queen's University, Western University lead the list below.

Compare tuition fees, entry requirements, intakes and scholarships for each university, and apply with confidence. International students can study most programs in English and apply for a study permit through IRCC after accepting an offer. Ontario is one of Canada’s most popular study destinations — see also the Canada-wide list of best Social Sciences & Psychology universities.

25 universities · ranked best first

how we rank

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Ontario · Public University

★ 72 QS World #112 Star rating 6 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): CAD 45,000 – CAD 68,000/yr
Founded: 1957

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

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

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

Cambrian College

Sudbury, Ontario · Polytechnic

★ 58 Star rating 3 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): CAD 14,000 – CAD 21,000/yr
Founded: 1967

Brock University

St. Catharines, Ontario · Public University

★ 53 Star rating 4 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): CAD 27,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded: 1964

Huron University College

London, Ontario · University College

★ 53 Star rating 4 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): CAD 30,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded: 1863

Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo, Ontario · Public University

★ 53 Star rating 4 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): CAD 30,000 – CAD 42,000/yr
Founded: 1911

Toronto Metropolitan University

Toronto, Ontario · Public University

★ 52 QS World #801 Star rating 4 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): CAD 30,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded: 1948

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

King’s University College at Western

London, Ontario · University College

★ 50 Star rating 4 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): CAD 30,000 – CAD 40,000/yr
Founded: 1954

University of Guelph-Humber

Toronto, Ontario · Public University

★ 49 Star rating 4 Admissions open

Tuition (indicative): CAD 22,000 – CAD 32,000/yr
Founded: 2002

Bachelor's Social Sciences & Psychology in other provinces

Social Sciences & Psychology in British Columbia Social Sciences & Psychology in Quebec Social Sciences & Psychology in Alberta Social Sciences & Psychology in Saskatchewan Social Sciences & Psychology in New Brunswick Social Sciences & Psychology in Manitoba

Related subjects in Ontario

Anthropology Clinical Psychology Communication & Media Counselling Criminology Development Studies International Relations Political Science Psychology Public Administration

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for Social Sciences & Psychology in Ontario?▾

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Waterloo, Queen's University, Western University. See the full ranked list above with tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does it cost to study Social Sciences & Psychology in Ontario?▾

Tuition is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly, and living costs vary by city.

Can international students study Social Sciences & Psychology in Ontario?▾

Yes. Most programs 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 reputation, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Choosing the right Social Sciences & Psychology program in Ontario

The best psychology" class="text-brand-600 underline">Social Sciences & Psychology university for you depends on cost, co-op and internship options, campus location and your career goals. Use our comparison tool to line up your shortlist side by side, check each program’s entry requirements and deadlines, and look for scholarships that reduce your costs. Figures on each profile are indicative — always confirm the latest details with the university before you apply.

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