Universities

There are 19 publicly assisted universities in Ontario, including the Royal Military College and the Ontario College of Art and Design. All offer undergraduate (bachelor) degrees, and most offer graduate (master's and doctoral) degrees.

While some universities are known for key specialist programs, each school has its own history and character.

The links below will help you plan your university career. You may want to start by visiting different university websites to learn about their programs, admissions, fees and residences.

Choosing a University

• University Addresses and Websites
• Map of Ontario Universities
• Universities Key Performance Indicators
• College and University Newspapers
• Distance Education
• Ontario-Quebec Health Study Program
• College and University Links

Applying

• Ontario Universities' Application Centre
• OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program)
• Average Admission Requirements for High School Students
• Students' Costs

Policy & Funding

• Degree Authority in Ontario
• Public Infrastructure Renewal Projects
• Ontario Qualifications Framework (OQF)

Privately Funded Institutions

As well as the universities above, there are several privately funded degree-granting institutions in the province (each with an Act of the Legislature), and many degree programs offered on the basis of ministerial consent.