Top 10 Universities in Canada for Economics Majors

Top 10 Universities in Canada for Economics Majors

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    Follow Canadian immigration and Canadian education: When studying abroad in Canada, many students choose to major in economics. So, which Canadian universities have the best economics programs?

 

Top 10 Universities in Canada for Economics Majors

 

1、Concordia University

Concordia University was established in 1974 and is located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is known as the "Tsinghua of Canada." The two campuses are only 7 kilometers apart, with free inter-campus shuttles running between them. Concordia University is recognized as one of Canada's most dynamic and innovative universities. It has always been committed to the excellence of individual capabilities, social activities, and academics, making it a vibrant, multicultural university.

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA 3.0 or above; GRE scores are recommended.

Language: TOEFL 90, writing no less than 23.

2、 Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University was established in 1818 and is located in the heart of Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia. Covering 79 acres, it is a top-tier comprehensive university in Canada for research and teaching, ranking 14th in the university rankings of the famous Canadian education magazine, Maclean's. The school has a systematic library, arts center, art museum, student union building, and various sports and recreational facilities. It awarded its first degree in 1866.

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA B+ or above.

Language: TOEFL 92; IELTS 7.

3、 University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia, abbreviated as UBC. Initially a research-oriented collaborative institution, it gradually developed into a comprehensive university. In less than 100 years, it has become a globally renowned research and higher education center. The university is not only one of the famous universities in North America but also enjoys a high reputation internationally.

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA 85 or above; GRE scores required.

Language: TOEFL 80; IELTS 6.5.

4、 Carleton University

Carleton University was established in 1942 and is located in Ottawa, the capital of Canada. It is a famous public university in Canada. It ranks among the best and enjoys a high reputation in fields such as public affairs and management, and high technology. Carleton University also collaborates with the University of Ottawa to fully utilize and share resources. It maintains close ties with many of Canada's leading high-tech enterprises and research institutions, and ranks among the best in research in the fields of public affairs, management, and high technology.

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA B+ or above; GRE recommended.

Language: TOEFL 86, listening and reading no less than 20, writing and speaking no less than 22; IELTS 6.5, with no band lower than 6.

5、 Lakehead University

Lakehead University is located in Thunder Bay, a city adjacent to Lake Superior. Over the 37 years since its founding, the school has strived to serve its community and has been highly innovative, gaining significant recognition in the northern region. Many of the school's programs have made Lakehead University very famous, such as forestry, outdoor recreation, biology, geography, and geology. At the same time, the school has earned a reputation for its Indigenous studies curriculum. In addition, its engineering, business, and other majors attract students from all over the country and the world.

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA B or above.

Language: TOEFL 80, no band lower than 19; IELTS 6.5, no band lower than 6.

6、 McGill University

Among Canada's many prestigious universities, McGill University is the most unique. Since its founding in 1821 following the will of Mr. James McGill, it has thrived in the French-speaking region, witnessed the founding of Canada, and has enjoyed a high international reputation for over a century. Its teaching and research standards are considered comparable to those of the Ivy League universities in the United States, hence it is known as the "Harvard of the North."

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA B or above; GRE scores required.

Language: TOEFL 86, no band lower than 20; IELTS 6.5.

7、 Queen's University

Queen's University is one of the oldest and most famous universities in Canada. It is located in Kingston, in eastern Ontario, a historic and safe small city. Queen's University is the second oldest university in Ontario.

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA 3.0 or above; GRE scores required.

Language: TOEFL 88, writing no less than 24, reading and speaking no less than 22, listening no less than 20; IELTS 7.

8、 Simon Fraser University

Located in British Columbia, Canada, and founded in 1802, Simon Fraser University is one of Canada's prestigious universities. It has been rated as the second-best comprehensive university in Canada by the authoritative Canadian current affairs magazine, Maclean's Magazine, in terms of teaching quality, future leaders, overall strength, and innovation. It has been hailed as "Canada's most valuable comprehensive university."

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA 3.0 or above; GRE scores required.

Language: TOEFL 93, no band lower than 20; IELTS 7, no band lower than 6.5.

9、 Memorial University of Newfoundland

Memorial University of Newfoundland was established in 1925 to commemorate the Newfoundland soldiers who sacrificed their lives in World War I. Its predecessor was the Newfoundland Memorial College, which developed into a memorial university in 1949. Today, Memorial University of Newfoundland has become one of Canada's government-funded public institutions known for its academics and research. In the most authoritative Maclean's Magazine rankings in Canada, Memorial University of Newfoundland is ranked among the top five comprehensive universities.

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA 3.0 or above; GRE scores required.

Language: TOEFL 93, no band lower than 20; IELTS 7, no band lower than 6.5.

10、 McMaster University

McMaster University was founded in 1887 with funding from Senator William McMaster, one of Canada's most successful entrepreneurs at the time, and was named after him. The university began offering degrees in 1890. McMaster University has developed into one of the most famous universities in Canada due to its unique innovative teaching and pragmatic philosophy. It is ranked among the top ten research universities in Canada in the famous Maclean's Magazine university rankings.

Admission Requirements: Relevant bachelor's degree holder; GPA 85 or above.

Language: IBT 92; IELTS 7.

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