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University of Guelph

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Overview

Established in 1964, the University of Guelph is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Guelph (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ontario. This institution also has a branch campus in Ridgetown and Toronto. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario, University of Guelph (U of G) is a very large-sized (¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University of Guelph (U of G) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 60-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Canadian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. U of G also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Guelph's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Guelph's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Guelph' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Guelph's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym U of G
Founded 1964 Origins date back to 1874
Motto Improve Life.
To discover the reason for things
Colours Black, red and gold
Mascot Gryphon
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University Location

Address 50 Stone Road East
Guelph
N1G 2W1 Ontario
Canada
University of Guelph's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Guelph Phone Number +1 (519) 824 4120
University of Guelph Fax Number +1
Other locations Ridgetown and Toronto

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Guelph's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Guelph's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Guelph's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Guelph.

University of Guelph: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

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University of Guelph's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Guelph's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Guelph a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Guelph's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


University of Guelph's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Guelph has more than 2,200 international students.

University of Guelph's Admission Office Admission Office

50 Stone Road East, UC Level 3
Guelph N1G 2W1
(519) 824 4120 x55024


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

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University of Guelph's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Guelph has an enrollment range of 30,000-34,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Guelph's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 800-899 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Guelph's Control Type Control Type

University of Guelph is a public higher education institution.


University of Guelph's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Guelph is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Guelph's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of Guelph's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Guelph does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

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University of Guelph's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


University of Guelph's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


University of Guelph's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

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University of Guelph's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Guelph's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Guelph's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Guelph's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of Guelph's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Guelph's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Guelph is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Council of Ontario Universities (COU)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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