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Tasneem Hoda

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University of Toronto,  McGill University and University of British Columbia have been ranked as some top universities in Canada. Toronto University has highest world ranking as compared to other 2 universities and is also known to have highest placement rate of 97% for MBA courses.

Some of the important comparative points for these universities based on different parameters are given as follows:

ParameterToronto UniversityMcGill UniversityUniversity of British Columbia
QS World Rankings 2024#21#30#34
Average Salary/Median SalaryINR 75.14 LakhsINR 58.93 LakhsINR 3.16 Lakhs
Tuition Fees (MBA)INR 18 L - INR 46 LINR 14 L - INR 60 LINR 6 L - INR 43 L

(1 CAD = 60.76 INR)

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sneha

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University of Toronto and University of Waterloo are reputed universities offering unique campus cultures and various degree programs. While they share a great reputation, there are subtle differences between the two universities. Check the table mentioned below.

 Name of The University

Ranking

Acceptance Rate

1st Year Tuition Fee

University of Toronto1843%

UG:  INR 36 L - 42 L

PG:INR 19 L - 47 

University of Waterloo 11253%

UG: INR 25 L - 42 L

PG:  INR 13 L - 42 L

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Akansha katariya

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The chance of getting admission to the University of Waterloo is moderately difficult for international students and depends on students academic performance, course type, entrance test scores, extracurricular activities, and relevant experience. So to end it, international still required to meet certain admission requirements. 

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Akansha katariya

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Univ of Toronto and Univ of Waterloo are reputed universities in Canada. Choosing university must depend on students academic and personal preferences. Uni of Toronto focuses strong research programs and academic offerings whereas Uni of Waterloo is famous for CO-op programs and experiential learning. Students must take factors like location campus environment available programs and job opportunities.

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Anushree Sinha

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University of Waterloo as well as the University of Toronto are two well-known universities in Canada and great study abroad options for students. When it comes to rankings, Toronto University beats the Waterloo University with the rank #21 in QS World University Rankings for the year 2024. Whereas, the latter has been ranked #112 in the same category.

Mentioned below is the comparison between both the universities on the basis of some other parameters that can help you choose the better university for you:

Parameters

University of Waterloo

University of Toronto

World Ranking (QS 2024)

#112

#21

World Ranking (US News 2023)

#191

#18

Acceptance Rate

53%

43%

Average GPA/Grades Required

3.7 GPA

70%

Annual Tuition Fee (MS)

INR 13 L - 34 L

INR 19 L - 41 L

Overall, the University of Toronto is considered to have an upper hand among both the universities due to its high ra

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Chandra Shekhar

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If we compared the placements of IIT and the UWC or University of Waterloo placements, then UWC offers better placement packages to thier graduates. IIT salary ranges from INR 17 L to INR 1 Cr for graduates while the University of Waterloo salary ranges from INR 45 L to INR 1.1 Cr anually. Therefore, its a better choice to study abroad at Waterloo.

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Chandra Shekhar

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The University of Waterloo average salary is around CAD 67,000 or INR 41.38 L for graduate students. The University of Waterloo the highest salary is CAD 152,000 or INR 93.88 L  (CAD 1 = INR 61.77) annually for Education & Research professionals. The lowest-paid University of Waterloo alumni & graduates are Programme & Project Management professionals at CAD 38,000 or INR 27.47 L. Check the infographic below for more details about the University of Waterloo average salary by job:

University of Waterloo Average Salary by Jobs

(Source: emolument)

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Chandra Shekhar

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Yes, the University of Waterloo is good for Indian students to study in Canada because of its impressive placements and quality education. The University of Waterloo placement rate is 96% and applicants are hired by top employers. Waterloo University also ranked among the top universities in the world. The table below includes the highlights of the University of Waterloo placements:

Head

Details

Placement rate

100% (Master of Actuarial Science)

Internships  

Available

the highest recruiting sector 

Management Level

Average salary 

CAD 67,000 or INR 41.38 L

Top Recruiting Firms 

Lyft, Coursera, Microsoft, Manulife, RBC Bank, WSP Global Inc., etc.

Part-time work options  

Available

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Akanksha Malhotra

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Some of the reasons as to why international students study at the University of Waterloo are:

  • The University of Waterloo has been listed among the Top 10 universities in Canada. According to THE 2024 rank, the University of Waterloo has been placed at #7 place
  • There is a sizeable international student community at the university. According to the facts of 2022/23, 19% undergraduate and 41% graduates are international
  • High-quality programs are offered at the university such as Computer Science and Engineering
  • The university has an excellent campus location as students can do a variety of things in Waterloo city such as nightlife, food joint
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