Quick Summary
Memorial University of Newfoundland is a public founded in 1925, located in St. John's, Canada. Ranked #641-650 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 19000 students including 20% from outside Canada. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Marine/Ocean Engineering, Earth & Marine Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 67%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Memorial offers one of the most affordable tuition rates in Canada for international students and is a global leader in ocean-related research.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMarine/Ocean EngineeringEarth & Marine SciencesArchaeology
Founded1925
TypePublic
Total Students19000
Intl Students20%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusUrban
Campus Size115 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHealth Sciences Centre,St. Clare's Mercy Hospital,Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre
AccreditationUniversities Canada, AACSB, CEAB
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#641-650
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501-600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Science,Master of Business Administration,Doctor of Philosophy,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor of Nursing
Programs
35
PhD Programs
475
Online Programs
C-CORE,The Fisheries and Marine Institute,Ocean Frontier Institute,Genesis Centre
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Universities Canada, AACSB, CEAB
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate67%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMAT550
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Early application is recommended for high-demand programs like Engineering and Nursing. Ensure all high school transcripts are submitted via the official portal for evaluation.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Canadian Dollar
UG Tuition
$20,000/yr
per year · CAD
Living Cost
$15,500/yr
per year · CAD
PG Tuition
$6,800/yr
per year · CAD
Application Fee
$90
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$35,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CAD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Science,Master of Business Administration,Doctor of Philosophy,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor of Nursing programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Marine Biology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Geology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Suncor EnergyEquinorOcean Choice InternationalNational Research Council Canada
Notable Alumni
Rick Mercer,Danny Williams,Gwynne Dyer,Alan Doyle
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
The Works Field House,Aquarena,Swilers Rugby Club
Student Clubs
200
Library Resources
Queen Elizabeth II Library,Health Sciences Library,Marine Institute Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available