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Western University: Rankings, Cost, Programs, Placements

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The application deadline for admission to PG courses at Western University is now closed. 

About Western University

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Year of establishment
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Q:   Is Western University a public or private university?
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Western University Canada is the popular universities in Canada. The University ranked #201-250 in the World University Ranking as per  the top-ranking publishers and offers multiple popular programs. The university has an overall students of over 34,000 from around the world

Q:   What is the Western University ranking?
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Western University is one of the top 10 universities in Canada and a part of the top global institutions for international students as well. Its global rankings are listed below:

  • #114 in World University Rankings 2024 - QS World University Rankings
  • #300 in Best Global Universities 2024 - US News and World Report Rankings 
  • #10 in Best Global Universities in Canada 2024 - US News and World Report Rankings 
  • #201-250 in World University Rankings 2024 - Times Higher Education (THE)
  • #9 in Impact Rankings 2023 – Times Higher Education (THE)
Q:   What is the rank of Western University Canada?
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Western University ranking among the top-ranking publishers for 2024 in the World University Ranking is #201-250. The university has also been given an overall university grade of A along with the grading of some of the popular courses offered by Western University by the Shiksha Study Abroad grading system. The grades of some of the top courses offered by the university include Biology (B+), Business Economics (A), Mechanical Engineering (B+), Mathematics (B), and many more.

Q:   What are some cool facts about Western University?
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Listed below are some cool facts about Western University:

  • Top 1% worldwide as it ranks among elite institutions globally.
  • Reasearch excellence: Founding member of U15, acanda's leading reasearch universities.
  • Academic excellence: Top entrance averages, with first year students averaging 91%. 
  • Global Diversity: Western University is known for it's diversity as it has 4,759 internationals students from 129 countries.
  • Scholarly prestige: Western has produced 24 Rhodes scholars till date. 

Western University Ranking 2025

#238

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Q:   Is Western University good for MS?
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Western University MS course is ranked among top courses globally. According to QS - Biological Sciences Rankings,  Western University was ranked #251-300 for MS in 2023This ranking stood at #251-300 in 2022 and #301-350 in 2021. For international students interested in studying MS at Western University will have to pay a first-year tuition fee of INR 8L - 34L.

Q:   Is Western University the no.1 university in Canada?
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Western University is one of the high-ranking and reputed universities in Canada. The university secured a rank of #201-250 in 2024 in the World University Ranking according to the top-ranking publishers. The Shiksha Study Abroad grading system has also given an overall university grade of A to Western University Canada. The ranking of Western University Canada by some other top-ranking publishers is mentioned below-

  • QS Top Universities: #120 in the World University Rankings
  • U.S. News & World Reports: #311 in the Best Global Universities
Q:   What are the national rankings of Western University?
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As per the THE (Times Higher Education) University Ranking 2023, Western uni is ranked #201-250,  making it among the top universities in the country. Meanwhile QS Ranking 2024 ranked Western University at the spot #114.  

Q:   Is Western University a top-ranking university?
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Western University Canada is one of the top-ranking universities in Canada and holds the rank #201-250 in the World Universities ranking for 2024 according to the top-ranking publishers. The Western University has also been graded an overall university grade of A by the Shiksha Study Abroad grading system with grading of some of the popular courses offered by the university such as Mechanical Engineering (B+), Computer Science Engineering (B+), Biology (B+), and Business Economics (A).

Western University Admission 2026

  • Application fees :CAD 125 - 156
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Q:   What is Western University acceptance rate?
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Based on the ratio of admissions to applications,  Western University's acceptance rate stands at 58%. Since, the stats are on the higher end, we can conclude that Western University is a not the most competitive university to get in as it admits more than half of the applicants. Once an applicant fulfills Western University's admission requirements, ie; competitive grades, English language requirements as well as relevant documents, they are likely to secure an admission in the university. However, students must not take this lightly and apply to Western University within the deadlines in order to get enrolled as a student.

Note: The data has been derived from unofficial sources and is subjected to changes.

Q:   Is it too late to apply to Western University?
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Western Uni accepts application through OUAC which is available on their website for students looking forward to apply and international students last date to apply is Jan 20, 2026 also andidates are guaranteed to be reviewed for admission if they apply within the deadlines but Western University does accept late applications. However they don't guarantee space availability in their programs and applicants might not get a chance to make it to the university. Hence overseas candidates must apply to Western University within the application deadlines in order to secure an enrolment.

Q:   Is it difficult to get admission at Western University?
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The Western University acceptance rate is 58%. This shows that the university is easy to enter but follow some process. 
Students must fulfill the basic qaualification and the English Language requirements. Students must aim strong scores to improve their chances at the university. 

Q:   What is the acceptance rate at Western University Canada?
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The Western University acceptance rate for students is 58%. This shows that out of 100 applicants around 58 students will be admitted to the university. also students must also meet the minimum English Language Proficiency Test scores accepted by the university such as IELTS (6.5), TOEFL (83), PTE (58), and Duolingo (115).

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Western University Scholarships

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15.1 CrTotal scholarship amount

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Tips: For my specific course, i.e Meng Software Engineering, students who are transitioning from a different field other than software engineering should practice javascript and reactjs before joining as this would be helpful to them in the future in their courses. The university provides really good infrastructure and opportunities for the students to grow academically as well as personally.
Likes (Student Life): The student life is excellent at Western University. The university organizes a lot of events each week and offers many chances for the students to be a part of such events. Some of the events include the weekly Global Cafe sessions which provide a great way for the international students to network and spend quality time with each other to make meaningful connections. Many sports events as well as social events are organized each week.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The placements highly depend on the skills of an individual. The university has a good reputation among employers in Canada. However, students may face a bit of difficulty in finding jobs in the current scenario of recession where companies have been doing layoffs. But, this situation will get better in the future. The employers usually offer salary packages of around 60000 CAD but these vary upon one's experience and skills.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD 70000
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Q:   Can I work while studying in Western University?
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Yes, Western University's work study programme offers an opportunity for students to work part-time on campus in jobs that accommodate their studies. To qualify for working, students must demonstrate genuine financial need. The institution's writing support centre hires students and professionals as new writing instructors, tutors or administrative assistants.

Check out more about part time jobs for international students in Canada.

Q:   Does Western University offer placement opportunities to graduates?
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The Western University graduates are employed in various organizations and sectors. Around 92.3% of graduates of Western University are employed after 6 months of graduation. Some of the organizations are Salesforce, Microsoft, Google, Deloitte, and many more. 

Q:   What are the top industries where Western University graduates are employed?
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A few of the top industries that hired Western University MBA graduates of 2023 are Consulting and Financial Services. The statistics for these industries are given below:

Industry

Percentage of Students

Consulting

51%

Financial Services

19%

Other

17%

Government

6%

Consulting – IT / Technology / Digital

3%

 

Q:   What is Western University placement rate?
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Despite a challenging market, Western University placement rate for MBA graduates is 92%. These graduates secured at least one employment offer within 6 months of graduation. As of 2023, the placement rate is 89%. The reported average base salary is CAD 131,282 (Around INR 80 lakh). A few of the top recruiting companies are Bain & Company, Boston Consulting Group, Deloitte, KPMG, McKinsey & Company, etc.

Western University Tuition Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(32 courses)
INR 8 L - 38 LGet Fee Details
Duration12-36 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
MBA/PGDM(8 courses)
INR 9 L - 80 LGet Fee Details
Duration12-18 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
B.Sc.(64 courses)
INR 23 L - 25 LGet Fee Details
Duration3-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 95 & Above
BBA(12 courses)
INR 23 L - 34 LGet Fee Details
Duration3-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 95 & Above
B.A.(48 courses)
INR 23 L - 25 LGet Fee Details
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 95 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(22 courses)
INR 23 L - 37 LGet Fee Details
Duration4-5 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 95 & Above
MEng(10 courses)
INR 10 L - 30 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
MIM(6 courses)
INR 9 L - 47 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-18 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
M.A.(22 courses)
INR 9 L - 15 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-30 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
MPH(1 course)
Duration1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 86 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 115 & Above
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Q:   Is studying in Western University expensive?
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Western University's programs consist of an extensive portfolio of 400 undergraduate programs as well as 160 graduate degree programs, in the fields of Arts & Humanities, Computer Science, Engineering, Health Sciences, Kinesiology, Nursing, Information & Media Studies, Music, Science, Medical Science, Social Science, Management & Organizational Studies, Medicine & Dentistry, Law and Education. The annual tuition fees required to pursue a degree course at Western University is around 20-25L on an average, which can be considered a little expensive as a study abroad option. Students can refer to the table listed below for course specific fees requirements:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
B.J.M.C. (64 courses)
INR 22 L - 24 L
B.A. (48 courses)
INR 22 L - 24 L
B.E. / B.Tech (22 courses)
INR 22 L - 36 L
BBA (12 courses)
INR 22 L - 34 L
B.J.M.C. (3 courses)
INR 22 L
Q:   What are the Western University admission requirements for international students?
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In order to get enrolled in Western University for higher studies, all international students are required to fulfill certain admission requirements. The exact entry requirements may differ according to the choice of course. However, Western University demands the following requirements from prospective overseas applicants:

Completed online application along with USD 150 = 12,488 application fee;
High school grades (for undergraduates)
UG degree (for PG program)
GPA 2.7 or 70%
English proficiency- IELTS- 6.5 or TOEFL- 83 or PTE- 58 or Duolingo- 115
Experienced no extensive academic difficulty at university; and
Course-specific academic requirements.
* 1 USD = 83.25

Q:   What are the Western University English requirements?
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Western University admission requirements for international students comprise of proof of proficiency in the English language as a major entry requirement. Following are the exams accepted:

ExamMinimum Scores
IELTS6.5 (min 6.0 in each band)
TOEFL83 (min 20 in each section)
PTE58 (min 56 in each section)
DET115 (110 in each sub-section)
Q:   Is Western University Canada expensive?
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Students looking for admission to Western University Canada must pay an application fee of CAD 150 . The tuition fees for international students at the undergraduate level is around INR 21 L - 35 L







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Q:   Which university is better among Western University and McMaster University?
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Western University and McMaster University are both top ranking public universities located In Canada and according to the top ranking publishers Western University ranked #201-250 in 2024 in the World University Rankings but on the contrary McMaster University ranked #103 in the World University Rankings 2024 hence securing a higher ranking than Western University. Both Western University and McMaster University have also been given an overall university grade of A and A by the Shiksha Study Abroad grading system respectively. Some other parameters also need to be taken into consideration such as the tuition fees, scholarships, and internships offered by the universities, the popular programs offered, the campus and student life, and housing and meal facilities offered by the university.

Q:   Which university has a higher chance of acceptance among Western University and York University?
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UWestern acceptance rate is 58% making admissions somewhat easy but slightly selective. Acceptance rate at York University is 60-62% making admissions somewhat easy for the students in comparison to UWestern. Some eligibility criteria also need to be considered to determine which university offers a higher chance of acceptance such as the minimum English Language Proficiency Test scores accepted by the university. It is crucial that students follow all the admission requirements of the university to increase their chances of acceptance to the university of their choice.

Western University Campus Life

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Q:   Does Western University offer clubs for students to participate?
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Western University offers multiple clubs and organizations for students to get actively involved in and meet like-minded people. Some of the organizations offered by Western University include the A Cappella Association of Western. Students keen in music can join the A Capella Association at Western University and be a part of either the competitive or non-competitive group. The ACE Western Club at Western University Canada focuses on helping students become future business industry leaders and is a part of an international organization. Some other clubs that students wish to join based on their areas of interest include the Active Minds Western, Anthropology Society, ALS Western, Arab Student Association, and many more.

Q:   Is Western University campus safe?
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Western University considers the safety of the students of utmost importance and guarantees a safe, secure, and respectful environment for the university’s campus community. The university offers special constable services, emergency services, and numbers that the students can reach out to, along with a Western Foot Patrol which offers safe walking facilities both on and off campus.

Q:   What are the housing facilities offered to students at Western University?
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Western University offers residence facilities to over 6,200 undergraduate students from over 66 countries. The university offers 12 residences along with a wide range of facilities and support services for the convenience of the students at the university. Some of the on-campus residence buildings offered by Western University include Delaware Hall, Medway-Sydenham Hall, Saugeen-Maitland Hall, Elgin Hall, Essex Hall, and many more. Each of the residence buildings offers 24-hour front desk access, a music practice room, a laundry facility, regular housekeeping, workout rooms, study, and lounge room, as well as access to the building Wi-Fi. The Western University also offers suite-style buildings and Hybrid-style buildings.

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