Quick Summary
Based in London, Canada, Western University is a public with roots dating back to 1878. Ranked #120 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 43000 students including 16% from outside Canada. Known for strengths in Business & Management Studies, Nursing, Psychology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 31%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Ranked as Canada's most beautiful campus with a top-tier student experience and a powerful alumni network in business and medicine.
Subject Strengths
Business & Management StudiesNursingPsychologyPhilosophySports-related SubjectsMedicineMineral & Mining Engineering
Founded1878
TypePublic
Total Students43000
Intl Students16%
Faculty Ratio21
CampusSuburban
Campus Size1188 acres
Affiliated HospitalsLondon Health Sciences Centre,St. Joseph's Health Care London
AccreditationAMBA, EQUIS, AACSB
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#120
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#201-250
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201-300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Graduate,PhD,Professional Degrees,Continuing Education
Programs
88
PhD Programs
25
Online Programs
Robarts Research Institute,Brain and Mind Institute,WindEEE Research Institute,Rotman Institute of Philosophy
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
AMBA, EQUIS, AACSB
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate31%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL83
Min GPA3
GREProgram Specific
GMATRequired for MBA
SAT1190
ACT24
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For competitive programs like Ivey HBA, focus heavily on the supplementary application and leadership roles. Maintain a mid-year average of 90%+ for scholarship eligibility.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Canadian Dollar
UG Tuition
C$48,000/yr
per year · CAD
Living Cost
C$18,500/yr
per year · CAD
PG Tuition
C$30,000/yr
per year · CAD
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
C$66,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CAD
Scholarships AvailableWestern Admission Scholarships,National Scholarship Program,International President's Entrance Scholarships,Schulich Leader Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidOSAP, Bursaries, Work-Study
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Graduate,PhD,Professional Degrees,Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration (Ivey) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medical Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Psychology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Health Sciences | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementAvailable through Industry Internship Programs (IIP) and Ivey Field Projects.
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with TD BankScotiabankShopifyand major healthcare providers in Ontario.
Notable Alumni
Alice Munro,Simu Liu,Galen Weston,Margaret Chan,Glenn Stevens
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Western Student Recreation Centre,TD Stadium,Thompson Arena,Alumni Field
Student Clubs
180
Library Resources
6 main libraries including the Weldon Library with over 5 million items.
Exchange Programs
170+ partner institutions in 40 countries.
Summer Programs
Available