4 out of 5
- Universities in Calgary
- Ranked in at least one ranking
17
- Different Rankings list
- Universities in Calgary
- (12 institution and 5 subject rankings)
17
- Global Rankings rank
- Universities in Calgary
- Among TOP 200
Calgary, found in the province of Alberta, as a place to live is known for its spectacular natural trails, reduced taxes, and higher wages than the national average.
Great ways to spend your free time in Calgary include taking a walk in Bowmont Park or Fish Creek, or enjoying the abundance of fun indoor activities such as their Bolder Climbing Center, Trampoline Center, or even Laser Tag and Gaming Cafes.
For those who are in the mood for enjoying some nightlife, Calgary offers numerous popular hangouts in the Downtown area.
PROS
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International students qualify for healthcare in Alberta just by demonstrating that they live in Alberta, and that they’re enrolled in a full-time university course.
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The minimum wage in Alberta is among the highest in the country, at C$15 per hour. Coupled with lower tax rates than many other Canadian cities, there are opportunities to do well here.
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There are activities for almost every interest, hobby and taste in Calgary, from nature trails, to video game and board game cafes, to indoor and outdoor sport installations for most popular sports but also for more obscure activities like rock climbing.
CONS
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There had to be a catch with the high wages and low taxes. Alberta’s daily living costs are well known for being higher than in other major Canadian cities and provinces.
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The winters in Alberta are not for the faint of heart, as temperatures sometimes drop to minus 30 or 40 degrees celsius. Those who have a car are recommended to learn to drive in icy conditions so as not to add to Calgary’s ice-related car accident statistics!
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Unemployment rates are relatively high in Calgary, so international students without an excellent level of English are likely to struggle even more finding a job.
Latest ranking updates related to universities in Calgary
- 28 Nov, 2022: Publication of URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance. University of Calgary with highest ranking among universities in Calgary ranked #114.
- 26 Oct, 2022: Publication of THE World University Rankings by Subject (Engineering). University of Calgary with highest ranking among universities in Calgary ranked #90.
- 26 Oct, 2022: New edition of QS World University Rankings: Sustainability. in position #79.
- 24 Oct, 2022: Publication of US News: Best Global Universities. University of Calgary ranked #175.
Highest subject rankings of universities in Calgary
Sports Related Subjects
QS World University Rankings By Subject
#19
University of Calgary
Veterinary Science
QS World University Rankings By Subject
#37
University of Calgary
Archaeology
QS World University Rankings By Subject
#51
University of Calgary
Physical Sciences
URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Subject
#69
University of Calgary
Law
THE World University Rankings by Subject
#90
University of Calgary
Engineering - Chemical
QS World University Rankings By Subject
#101
University of Calgary
English Language & Literature
QS World University Rankings By Subject
#101
University of Calgary
Agriculture & Forestry
QS World University Rankings By Subject
#151
University of Calgary
Education
ARWU by subject - Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
#151
University of Calgary
Computer Science & Information Systems
QS World University Rankings By Subject
#151
University of Calgary
Rankings of universities in Calgary, Canada 2023
Student satisfaction:
4.1 / 5.0
(653 reviews)
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QS Employability Rankings
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Research Infosource: Canada's Top 50 Research Universities
[Published 25 January, 2022] |
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RUR Reputation Ranking
[Published 16 September, 2021] |
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Student satisfaction:
4.0 / 5.0
(688 reviews)
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StuDocu World University Ranking - US & Canada
[Published 06 September, 2021] |
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2022] |
Student satisfaction:
4.2 / 5.0
(592 reviews)
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StuDocu World University Ranking - US & Canada
[Published 06 September, 2021] |
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 01 January, 2022] |
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Student satisfaction:
4.2 / 5.0
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
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Student satisfaction:
3.8 / 5.0
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Student Opinions About Studying in Calgary
“Calgary is the kind of place where it really helps to know what you like and seek it out, because it’s not the kind of city where everything is presented to you in the city center. There should be something for everyone here.”
“This city is known for being a little bit more conservative than the more metropolitan cities in Canada, and is sometimes called the Canadian Texas. The people are polite, but it can be hard to get the locals to stop seeing you as an outsider even after you’ve lived here a long time.”
“In my opinion local employers are really looking for people who plan to live here long term, so that seems to be one of the reasons that they tend to shy away from hiring students. You can still find something, it’s just a challenge.”
Calgary Key Facts for International Students
Population: 1020000
Elevation: 1048 m. above sea level
Time: GMT -7
District/province: Alberta,
Living costs for students in Calgary:
* 100 = prices in London
- Living costs without accommodation 86* (14% cheaper than London)
- All costs including accommodation 67* (33% cheaper than London)
- Meals (grocery & lower cost restaurants) 77* (23% cheaper than London)
- Average Big Mac price 7.09 C$
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- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
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- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
Map with location of universities in Calgary
Student Life in Calgary.
University of Calgary ranks #1 in Calgary in our meta ranking composed of 133 university rankings.
Among all universities in Calgary University of Calgary is listed in the largest number of rankings. See all 43 rankings where University of Calgary is listed.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Sports Science (Sports Related Subjects). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Medicine & Health (Veterinary Science). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Social Studies & Humanities (Archaeology). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Natural Sciences (Physical Sciences). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Law (Law). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Engineering (Engineering - Chemical). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Languages & Literature (English Language & Literature). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Agriculture (Agriculture & Forestry). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Education (Education). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Computer Science (Computer Science & Information Systems). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Mathematics (Mathematics). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary is ranked best in Calgary for Arts Visual & Performing (Arts and Humanities). See all rankings for the University of Calgary.
Ranking publishers
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Universities:
- 1001
- Published:
- 23 September, 2021
- Criteria used in ranking -QS Employability Rankings:
- Employer reputation 30%
Alumni outcomes 25%
Partnerships with Employers per Faculty 25%
Employer/Student Connections 10%
Graduate employment rate 10%
NTU ranking
- Universities:
- 354
- Published:
- 20 October, 2021
- Criteria used in ranking -NTU North America:
- Research productivity 25%
Research impact 35%
Research Excellence 40%
RUR Ranking Agency (Moscow, Russia)
- Universities:
- 828
- Published:
- 16 September, 2020
- Criteria used in ranking -RUR Research Performance Ranking:
- Normalized citation impact (Citations of research publications from all university authors compared with world averages) 20%
Citation per papers 20%
Papers per academic and research staff 20%
International research reputation 20%
Share of research publications written in international co-authorship 20%
- Universities:
- 1699
- Published:
- 16 September, 2021
- Criteria used in ranking -RUR Reputation Ranking:
- Teaching Reputation 50%
Research Reputation 50%
RUY
- Universities:
- 100
- Published:
- 25 January, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -Research Infosource: Canada's Top 50 Research Universities:
- Total Sponsored Research Income 20%
Research Intensity per Faculty 20%
Total Number of Publications 20%
Publication Intensity 20%
Publication Impact 10%
Research Intensity per Graduate Student 10%
Rogers Digital Media
- Universities:
- 30
- Published:
- 07 October, 2021
- Criteria used in ranking -MacLeans University Rankings - Medical Doctoral Universities:
- Students 28%
Faculty 24%
Resources 20%
Reputation 15%
Student support 13%
StuDocu
- Universities:
- 556
- Published:
- 06 September, 2021
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Universities:
- 348
- Published:
- 10 May, 2022
- Universities:
- 2524
- Published:
- 27 April, 2022
- Universities:
- 1101
- Published:
- 27 April, 2022
- Universities:
- 634
- Published:
- 27 April, 2022
- Universities:
- 705
- Published:
- 27 April, 2022
- Universities:
- 849
- Published:
- 27 April, 2022
- Universities:
- 785
- Published:
- 27 April, 2022
- Universities:
- 796
- Published:
- 27 April, 2022
- Universities:
- 783
- Published:
- 27 April, 2022
Webometrics
- Universities:
- 36007
- Published:
- 01 January, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities:
- Visibility 50%
Excellence 35%
Transparency 10%
Presence 5%