As one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities, the University of Guelph is research-intensive and learner-centred, with a mission to Improve Life. Established in 1964, the University enjoys a reputation for excellence and innovation dating back more than 150 years to its founding colleges.
Through undergraduate and graduate programs across its seven colleges, including experiential learning programs, U of G promotes active inquiry and creativity in physical and life sciences, business, arts and humanities, social sciences, engineering, and agricultural and veterinary sciences.
U of G ranks among Canada’s top universities for both research intensity and inventiveness and has strong relationships with industry, government and communities. As Canada’s “Food University”, the University provides agri-food research and teaching spanning all colleges and programs.
Besides the main Guelph campus, the University’s Ridgetown Campus in southwestern Ontario is a leader in applied agriculture, animal sciences and environmental sciences. Through a collaboration with the Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, the University of Guelph-Humber in Toronto offers a unique blend of theoretical and applied to learn that allows students to earn both a university degree and a college diploma.
Known for its beautiful, safe campuses and for its welcoming, supportive environment, the University tops the 2020 Maclean’s ranking in Canada for student satisfaction.
STUDENT ENROLMENT
Full-time (undergraduates)
23,700
Full-time (graduates)
2,800
Part-time (undergraduates)
3,800
Part-time (graduates)
200
RESIDENCE
- On-campus
- Off-campus