Is the University of Guelph public or private?

The University of Guelph is a public research university in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. It was established in 1964 through the federation of the Ontario Agricultural College, Macdonald Institute and Ontario Veterinary College.

What can international students study at Guelph?

The official catalogue lists undergraduate degrees and majors, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, graduate diplomas and master's programmes, and doctoral programmes across agriculture, daily living, life sciences, engineering, computing, business, arts and social sciences. Availability and eligibility are programme-specific.

Are all subjects on the undergraduate list separate degrees?

No. The official list includes degrees, majors, minors, areas of concentration and co-op labels. Students should open the relevant programme page to confirm the award, campus, intake, delivery format and international admissions route.

What is the published international undergraduate tuition?

For 2026-27, the university's published international tuition table lists different two-semester tuition bands, including CAD 44,729 for many arts and sciences programmes, CAD 54,529 for business, CAD 55,915 for computing, CAD 63,160 for engineering, CAD 54,320 for landscape architecture and CAD 96,794 for DVM. Fees can change and additional costs apply.

What is the published international graduate tuition?

For 2026-27, the official tuition page lists CAD 20,512 for regular master's and graduate diploma categories, CAD 19,681 for doctoral programmes and a separate CAD 34,191 category for the Master of Animal Biosciences. Applicants must check the exact programme and current fee schedule.

Does Guelph offer co-op?

Yes. The official undergraduate catalogue marks co-op for many majors. Co-op structure, eligibility, fees, work terms and availability differ by programme, and participation should not be described as a guaranteed placement or job outcome.

What language are programmes taught in?

The University of Guelph is a Canadian institution whose academic programmes are generally delivered in English, but applicants should verify the language and any English-language test requirement on the specific programme and admissions page.

Does the university have more than one location?

The University of Guelph's official materials refer to the main Guelph campus and related locations such as Guelph-Humber and Ridgetown. Delivery location and award structure vary, so a student should confirm the exact campus shown on the programme page before applying.

Do international students need a Canadian study permit?

Most international students studying in Canada for a qualifying period need a study permit, subject to Canadian immigration rules and exceptions. Apply only after checking the current IRCC guidance, the university's international-student instructions and the programme's Designated Learning Institution details.

Are scholarships available for international students?

The university publishes international entrance scholarship information for eligible undergraduate applicants and separate graduate funding and award information. Awards are competitive and have programme, intake, deadline, academic and renewal conditions; students should use the current official scholarship pages rather than assume funding.