- 15 Aug, 2024: New edition of ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking. Fredericton, University of New Brunswick in position #901.
- 12 Jul, 2024: Publication of Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities. Fredericton, University of New Brunswick with highest ranking among universities in Fredericton ranked #592.
- 03 Jul, 2024: Centre for Science and Technology Studies, Leiden University, Netherlands published most recent results of CWTS Leiden Ranking. Fredericton, University of New Brunswick achieves position 1171.
- 24 Jun, 2024: US News: Best Global Universities updated with Fredericton, University of New Brunswick in position 923.
Situated in the southwest of New Brunswick with a population of around 60,000 we find its capital city, Fredericton. Well known for its substantial snowfall (yes, even within Canada!), kilometres of natural hiking paths, and the Saint John River that snakes through the city.
Three universities can be found in the city: St. Thomas University, University of New Brunswick, and Yorkville University. Academics aside, students can take a stroll to the Boyce Farmers Market, or check out the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, or for the summer months you can even take a swim at Killarney Lake Park Trail.
Rankings of universities in Fredericton, Canada 2024
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THE World University Rankings
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QS World University Rankings
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Scimago Institutions Rankings
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Show 19 more rankings of Fredericton, University of New Brunswick and subject specific rankings for 6 subjects |
St. Thomas University
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MacLeans University Rankings - Primarily Undergraduate Universities
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
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Yorkville University
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Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
[Published 12 July, 2024] |
University of Fredericton
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Highest subject rankings of universities in Fredericton
Student Opinions About Studying in Fredericton
“When it comes to outdoor activities, you can’t do much better than Fredericton. That said, you definitely have to be OK with very cold weather.”
“Even though people appreciate you making the effort to learn french in News Brunswick, you can be sure that your courses and programs will be available in English in Fredericton.”
“Fredericton is one of the best cities for international students in New Brunswick in my opinion, it’s really a university town. You have lots of nature trails to enjoy, as well as places to shop or eat if you need them. Maybe most importantly, there are lots of other international students in the town.”
Fredericton Key Facts for International Students
PROS
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Young students tend to agree that finding a part-time job is relatively easy, whether as a waiter, shop attendant, or similar. Especially when compared to smaller cities in the region.
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International students are entitled to Medicare on the condition that they can demonstrate to the government that they are a full-time students, and have lived in the region for three months, however, it is very important to note that this service only covers necessities arising after moving to Canada, and does not provide care for pre-existing conditions.
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On the social side of things, every year Fredericton hosts the Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival and the city enjoys a lively nightlife scene which students can take advantage of in their free time.
CONS
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If you are planning on getting a job, and getting involved as much as possible socially, then it’s going to be necessary to sharpen your French skills, which may be an additional challenge for some.
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The weather here in the winter can be dangerously cold, and failing to dress appropriately could be a lethal mistake. Pack your most serious coat for New Brunswick!
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Many agree that it’s hard to blend in here as a newcomer, as it’s a small place and everyone knows each other, but even so the locals are known for their friendliness.
3 out of 4 Universities in Fredericton Ranked in at least one ranking
23 Different Rankings list Universities in Fredericton (18 institution and 5 subject rankings)
Time: GMT -4
District/province: Prince Edward Island,
* 100 = prices in London
- Living costs without accommodation 87* (13% cheaper than London)
- All costs including accommodation 59* (41% cheaper than London)
- Meals (grocery & lower cost restaurants) 80* (20% cheaper than London)
- Average Big Mac price 7.22 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 Fredericton
Student Life in Fredericton.
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FAQ
Ranking publishers
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Universities:
- 14087
- Published:
- 04 June, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings:
Academic Reputation 40% Employer Reputation 10% Faculty/Student Ratio 20% Citations per faculty 20% International Faculty Ratio 5% International Student Ratio 5%
- 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%
- Universities:
- 2097
- Published:
- 05 December, 2023
CWUR Center for World University Rankings
- Universities:
- 8000
- Published:
- 13 May, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -CWUR Center for World University Rankings:
Research Performance: 40%
- Research Output: 10%
- High-Quality Publications: 10%
- Influence: 10%
- Citations: 10%
Quality of Education: 25%
Alumni Employment: 25%
Quality of Faculty: 10%
Centre for Science and Technology Studies, Leiden University, Netherlands
- Universities:
- 6635
- Published:
- 03 July, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -CWTS Leiden Ranking:
Scientific Impact Number of Publications Collaboration Open Access Gender Diversity
NTU ranking
- Universities:
- 3103
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -NTU Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers:
Research Productivity: 25%
- # Articles last 11 years: 10%
- # Articles current year: 15%
Research Impact: 35%
- # Citations last 11 years: 15%
- # Citations last 2 years: 10%
- Average # citations last 11 years: 10%
Research Excellence: 40%
- H-index last 2 years: 10%
- # Highly cited papers last 11 years: 15%
- # Articles current year in high-impact journals: 15%
Nature Index
- Universities:
- 14636
- Published:
- 15 June, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -Nature Index: Research Leaders Academic Sector:
Article count (AC) Fractional count (FC) Weighted fractional count (WFC)
RUR Ranking Agency (Moscow, Russia)
- Universities:
- 5104
- Published:
- 30 May, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -RUR World University Rankings:
Teaching: 40%
- Ratio Faculty/Student: 8%
- Ratio Faculty/Bachelor Degrees Awarded: 8%
- Ratio Faculty/Doctoral Degrees Awarded: 8%
- Ratio Doctoral Degrees Awarded/Bachelor Degrees Awarded: 8%
- World Teaching Reputation: 8%
Research: 40%
- Citations per Academic/Research Staff: 8%
- Doctoral Degrees per Accepted PhD: 8%
- Normalized Citation Impact: 8%
- Papers per Academic/Research Staff: 8%
- World Research Reputation: 8%
International Diversity: 10%
- International Faculty: 2%
- International Students: 2%
- International Co-Authored Papers: 2%
- Reputation Outside Geographical Region: 2%
- International Level: 2%
Financial Sustainability: 10%
- Institutional Income per Faculty: 2%
- Institutional Income per Student: 2%
- Papers per Research Income: 2%
- Research Income per Academic/Research Staff: 2%
- Research Income per Institutional Income: 2%
- Universities:
- 3212
- Published:
- 30 May, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -RUR Academic Rankings:
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:
- 4083
- Published:
- 30 May, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -RUR Reputation Ranking:
Teaching Reputation 50% Research Reputation 50%
RUY
- Universities:
- 200
- Published:
- 07 December, 2023
- 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%
- Universities:
- 26
- Published:
- 07 December, 2023
Rogers Digital Media
- Universities:
- 60
- Published:
- 12 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -MacLeans University Rankings - Comprehensive:
Students 28% Faculty 24% Resources 20% Reputation 15% Student support 13%
- Universities:
- 77
- Published:
- 12 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -MacLeans University Rankings - Primarily Undergraduate Universities:
Students 28% Faculty 24% Resources 20% Reputation 15% Student support 13%
Scimago Institutions
- Universities:
- 21682
- Published:
- 06 March, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -Scimago Institutions Rankings:
Research 50% Innovation 30%
Societal 20%
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Universities:
- 14016
- Published:
- 15 August, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking:
Quality of Education 10%
- Alumni winning Nobel Prizes/Field Medals 10%
Quality of Faculty 40%
- Staff winning Nobel Prizes/Field Medals 20%
- Highly Cited Researchers 20%
Research Output 40%
- Papers published in Nature and Science 20%
- Papers indexed in Science Citation Index-Expanded & Social Science Citation Index 20%
Per Capita Performance 10%
StuDocu
- Universities:
- 757
- Published:
- 30 January, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Universities:
- 14232
- Published:
- 27 September, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings:
30% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
- Reputation survey: 15%
- Staff-to-student ratio: 4.5%
- Doctorate-to-bachelor’s ratio: 2.25%
- Doctorates-awarded-to-academic-staff ratio: 6%
- Institutional income: 2.25%
30% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
- Reputation survey: 18%
- Research income: 6%
- Research productivity: 6%
30% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
- Proportion of international students: 2.5%
- Proportion of international staff: 2.5%
- International collaboration: 2.5%
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)"
- Universities:
- 4744
- Published:
- 27 March, 2024
- Universities:
- 6078
- Published:
- 12 June, 2024
Urap
- Universities:
- 12002
- Published:
- 19 December, 2023
Us News
- Universities:
- 7278
- Published:
- 24 June, 2024
Webometrics
- Universities:
- 72001
- Published:
- 12 July, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities:
Visibility 50% Excellence 35% Transparency 10% Presence 5%