Bachelor's
CAD 10,000 + 2-yr residence
Western University
London, Canada
"A U15 research university in London, Ontario, home of the Ivey Business School"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#142 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
About Western University
Western University was founded in 1878 in London, Ontario, and is a U15 research university with about 42,000 students (including affiliated colleges) from 134 countries. It offers 400+ undergraduate and 150+ graduate programmes and is known for the Ivey Business School, medicine and dentistry (Schulich), engineering, neuroscience and health sciences. Western's campus is famous for its Gothic stone buildings and strong student life, and its graduates report 93.5% employment. It is ranked #=142 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#142
Ranked #=142 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#151 in 2026).
Accreditations & Memberships
U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities
Universities Canada
Council of Ontario Universities
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Western University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
44.2#
Employer Reputation
57.7#
Faculty / Student
4.5#
Citations / Faculty
91.8#
Intl. Faculty
100.0#
Intl. Students
59.2#
Intl. Research Network
86.2#
Employment Outcomes
97.1#
Sustainability
95.3#
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Key Facts
1878
Founded
31,456
Total Students (QS)
6,682
International
1,364
Faculty (QS)
93.5% (approx.)
Employment
Popular Programs
Ivey HBA / Management (MOS)
Engineering
Computer Science
Health Sciences
Medical Sciences
Neuroscience
Economics
Media and Information
Application Details
UG Deadline (approx.)
15 January 2027
Application Fee (approx.)
CAD 150 - 170
Apply Through
OUAC 105
India (Class 12)
About 70%+ (approx.)
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic
|
6.5 |
|
TOEFL iBT
|
83+ |
|
Duolingo English Test
|
115 - 135 (approx.) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
Approx. CAD 150
Avg Scholarship
CAD 10,000 + residence (yr 1)
Career Outcomes
98%
Placement Ratio
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty (QS) — 1,364
International Staff — 50%
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Notable Alumni
Kevin O'Leary (investor, Ivey MBA)
Frederick Banting (taught at Western)
Campus & Location
Western's 400-hectare main campus is in north London, Ontario, along the Thames River, about 2 hours west of Toronto, with affiliated Huron, King's and Brescia colleges nearby.
Campus Details
Main
campus London ON
Huron
and Kings colleges
Thames
River setting
Campus Forecast
Summer high approx. 27 C
Winter high approx. -3 C
Snow Dec-Mar
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Guaranteed residence (2 yrs with award)
London rentals
Dining
Residence dining halls
Health & Wellness
UHIP + student health plan
Activities & Clubs
Mustangs varsity
200+ clubs
Homecoming
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students (QS)
31,456
International
6,682
Undergraduate
78.6%
Postgraduate
21.4%
Cost Deep-Dive
Arts / Science (Intl, 26-27)
CAD 50,467 - 50,492 / year
Computer Science (Intl)
CAD 58,166 / year
Engineering (Intl)
CAD 67,384 / year
Business Year 1 (Intl)
CAD 63,104 / year
One Card Fee
CAD 50 (first year)
Intakes & Deadlines
Western admits first-year students in September; apply through OUAC by about 15 January 2027. Master's deadlines are mostly late January to mid-February.
Scholarships at Western University
3 scholarships available
Bachelor's
Up to CAD 100,000 (approx.)
International President's Entrance Scholarship
Bachelor's
New to Canada Grant
New to Canada Grant (stackable)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 with about 70%+ (competitive programmes higher, approx.). IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 83. Degrees: 4 years.
Postgraduate
4-year bachelor's with 70-75% (GPA 3.0). IELTS 6.5+. Master's: 1-2 years.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
Duolingo English Test
115 - 135 (approx.)Required Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on welcome.uwo.ca.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
3
Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
4
PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
5
Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
6
Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
Western's 400-hectare main campus is in north London, Ontario, along the Thames River, about 2 hours west of Toronto, with affiliated Huron, King's and Brescia colleges nearby.
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