MacEwan University

MacEwan University offers a wide range of certificate, Diploma and degree programs. The University offers programs in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety and social science.The University is well many courses specially nursing, science, health, and business courses.

Established in 1971, the institution has a rich history in its growth from a community college. The University was officially named Grant MacEwan University by an Order in Council in 2009 and was rebranded MacEwan University for communications and marketing purposes in 2013.

MacEwan University's international reputation for excellence is based on 50 years of providing quality education to thousands of students from around the world. MacEwan is one of Canada's the oldest universities that offer students transformative education.The university has been recognised with ACCC, AUCC, AACTI, CIS, CBIE, and CUP certifications.

MacEwan University is one of the popular study destination among International students, located in the heart of Edmonton, the campus offers attractive life to the students. the popular courses among students include architecture, art, design, and liberal arts and sciences. Some of the reasons why MacEwan University is popular among international students are listed below:

• Quality of Education: The MacEwan University is known for its high quality of education with special emphasis on research and sustainable development.
• Highly distinguished Alumni: the alumni of MacEwan University are highly distinguished and highly accomplished. Some of the alumni of MacEwan University includes:

1. Daniel Powter: Canadian Musician and songwriter
2. Shannon Szabados: Professional Ice hockey player
3. Estefan Cortes-Vargas: Politician

• High Placements: According to Graduates Survey Report 2021-2022 released by the MacEwan University, more than 77% of its graduates were found to be employed and 10% pursuing higher education.
• The average salary of a graduate of MacEwan University is approximately INR 30-35L. with the highest salary being reported as high as INR 40-45L for courses such as computer science.
• Low Student to Faculty Ratio: According to University Viewbook 2024-2025, released by the MacEwan University the student to faculty ratio at MacEwan University is 17:1, which provides a quality and interactive classroom experience to its students.

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