🎓 University of Guelph – Ontario, Canada

University of Guelph – Ontario, Canada

The University of Guelph is a public research university in Guelph, Ontario. The school is renowned for its agriculture, food, veterinary science, animal biosciences, and environmental and biological sciences, while also offering strong programs in business, data, engineering, social sciences, and humanities.

Master’s and PhD

Guelph offers research Master’s, professional Master’s, and PhD degrees across various fields. Applicants should distinguish between “Regular Master’s” and professional/specialized Master’s programs, as there is a significant difference in international tuition fees.

2026–2027 International Tuition

• Regular Master’s (MA, MSc, MASc, and some graduate diplomas): approximately CAD 6,837.54/semester, equivalent to about CAD 20,512/year for 3 semesters.
• PhD: approximately CAD 6,560.27/semester, equivalent to about CAD 19,681/year.
• Master of Data Science: approximately CAD 15,435/semester.
• Master of Biotechnology: approximately CAD 35,725/year.
• Master of Applied Molecular & Health Sciences: approximately CAD 39,400/year.
• MBA: approximately CAD 57,318/year based on the 2026–27 table.

Compulsory fees are additional; residence, meal plans, and parking are not included in tuition.

Admission

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree relevant to the program.
• GPA and prerequisites vary by department.
• English proficiency, if applicable.
• Research programs typically require a supervisor/research fit.
• Professional programs may require specific work experience or additional documentation.

Funding

Research Master’s and PhD programs may offer graduate stipends, teaching/research assistantships, scholarships, and supervisor funding. It is important to compare the net cost after funding rather than just looking at the listed tuition.

Strengths

• Very strong reputation in agriculture, food, veterinary, animal, and environmental sciences.
• Guelph is located near the GTA but offers a smaller living environment compared to Toronto.
• Offers both research and professional graduate programs.

Considerations

• Professional Master’s programs can be significantly more expensive than regular research Master’s.
• Funding differs substantially between research-based and course-based programs.
• Be sure to verify the correct campus and program-specific fees.

Who is this for?

Particularly suitable for applicants interested in agriculture, food, veterinary/animal science, environment, biosciences, or those seeking a research Master’s/PhD in Ontario outside of Toronto.

Source: University of Guelph – Graduate Tuition and Fees 2026–2027 and Graduate Studies Cost of Living.

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Official and Updated Sources

Verified as of October 7, 2026. Official tuition information and university policies. Fees depend on the program, intake term, and international student status; compulsory fees and living expenses must be added. The tuition tags provided are for relative comparison only. Scholarships, exemptions, or TA/RA positions must be confirmed in writing according to specific conditions.