M.S in Canada

There are around 61 universities in Canada to study MS course for international students. The University of Toronto remains at top position in Canada in 2025 by QS and Times Higher Education. The table below includes the list of best universities for MS in Canada:

To pursue an MS in Canada,

• A  3 or 4-year bachelor's degree in a relevant field is mandatory. 
• GPA should be 3.0+ out of 4.0 GPA.
• A good score in standardized test such as GRE, IELTS, TOEFL, GMAT and etc. (Minimum required score will vary in these universities)
• In some universities, work experience is an eligibility. (Make sure you check the official website of university).

Here are the eligibility criteria to pursue one-year MS in Canada, as an international student:

1. A bachelor's degree froma recognizable university with a GPA of 3.2 or above
2. A decent score in standardized test scores (GRE or GMAT).
3. Proof of english language proficiency in exams like (IELTS, TOEFL, Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL), PTE or Duolingo)
4. Some universities may require 1-2 years of work experience.

A person's personal and professional objectives, academic credentials, and professional experience can all influence the value of earning an MS in Canada. Studying in Canada can also give international students a distinctive cultural experience as well as beneficial networking and job chances. Comparing Canada to other nations, such as the United States, the cost of an MS programme there may be less expensive.

Yes, it is beneficial to have work experience when applying for a master's degree in Canada. Having work experience can demonstrate practical skills and knowledge beyond academic qualifications and can offer helpful insights and perspectives to conversations and assignments, even though it is not usually a requirement for admission. However, lacking job experience does not automatically exclude an applicant from a Master's programme in Canada; other criteria, such as academic standing and personal statements, may still be taken into account.

A majority of MS Colleges in Canada have the MS course of 2 year long. However, for a few universities, the duration for an MS may be of 12 months / 25 – 36 months / 48+ months. The MS in Canada universities that have the duration between 13 months – 24 months are listed below:

• The University of British Columbia
• University of Toronto
• McGill University
• University of Calgary
• University of Alberta
• University of Waterloo

A few of the top specializations for MS in Canada are given below:

• Computer Science Engineering
• Chemistry
• Mathematics
• Biology
• Physics
• Computer Science
• Kinesiology
• Statistics
• Environmental Sciences
• Neuroscience
• Psychology
• Biochemistry
• Geology
• Food & Nutrition
• Pathology
• General Medicine
• Civil Engineering
• Molecular Biology

Here are the top-ranking universities for MS in Canada: 

Both New York Institute of Technology - Vancouver and Simon Fraser University offer MS programmes. However, prestigious university ranking bodies such as U.S. News and Reports and QS Ranking have recognised Simon Fraser University for its MS programmes. According to the QS rankings of 2023, Simon Fraser University is ranked at 396th spot for MS programmes in Engineering and Technology. Consider studying for a Master's in Mathematics at Simon Fraser University. It's ranked between 201 and 250 in the QS Mathematics Rankings.