| University of Calgary | University of Waterloo | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 5.4 Out of 10 | 5.3 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 182 QS World University 2024 # 201 Times Higher Education 2024 # 169 US News 2023 | # 112 QS World University 2024 # 158 Times Higher Education 2024 # 154 QS World University 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 176 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 115 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 126 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 | # 69 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 359 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 151 for Law by Academy Ranking of World Universities 2021 |
| Programs | UG Programs -70 PG Programs -56 Doctorate Programs -10 | UG Programs -47 PG Programs -33 Doctorate Programs -5 |
| Acceptance Rate | 63.0 % | 53.0 % |
| Exam Score | Duolingo - 115 GMAT - 550 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 60 TOEFL - 86 | IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 63 TOEFL - 90 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 16642 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 13386 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 21943 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 66000 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 11790 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 20583 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Graduate Employability Ranks (2023): #131-140. Top recruiters- University of Calgary, Canadian Natural Resources Limited, ATB Financials, Enbridge Pipelines Inc., Alberta Health Sevices, etc. Degree Average Salary Bachelor of Arts $126,000 Masters in Science $75,000 Bachelor of Science $63,000 Other Degree $57,000 MBA $47,000 Master (Other) $45,000 | Graduate Employability Rankings- # 24(QS 2023); 98.9% international student employment rate; Top recruiters are Manulife, TD Canada, Sun Life Financial Inc. etc. Average Salaries by Degree: Doctorate: $156,000 Masters in Finance: $91,000 Bachelor (Other): $75,000 Bachelor of Science: $69,000 Masters in Science: $61,000 Masters in Management: $54,000 |
| application requirements | Some specific courses are required for admissions (vary with program). | Indian UG aspirants must have around 85% score with 75% in English and Maths. Fulfill Country-specific requirements |
| Campuses and B-Schools | Haskayne School of Business | NA |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.4/10 Read 21 reviews | 7.2/10 Read 41 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Calgary | University of Waterloo |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1966 | 1957 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 23:1 | 27:1 |
| Male:Female | 46% Male, 54% Female | 54% Male, 46% Female |
| Location Facts | Located in Calgary, main campus lies in the northwest quadrant close to Bow River and has a view of Alberta's rocky mountain. The other smaller campus lies in the city center. | 1,000 acres campus located in the Quantum Valley (Canada’s emerging technological hub); surrounded at the borders by Waterloo Park, Wilfrid Laurier University & Laurel Creek Conservation Area; easily accessible via public transport; dozens of food outlets & restaurants within 20 minutes of distance. |
| Library | Comprises 6 different libraries and a museum. There is a dedicated library offering recourses on business. It also has a special and archive collection. Eight largest library in Canada with over 4.0 million printed volumes, and over 300,000 full electronic text. | 4 libraries: 3 on-campus, 1 in Cambridge; Library system is a part of TriUniversity Group; Houses more than 1.4 million books including e-books, serial titles, databases. |
| Campus Life | You can join various groups led by UG and PG student organizations. The Q center is dedicated to people from the queer community. A Variety of volunteering options are available. The annual Strong Festival and Carnival are two of the most celebrated events. A variety of athletic activities are also available. Calgary Dinos compete in 12 varsity sports. The university houses aquatic center, fitness studio, dance studio, weight rooms, and climbing walls. It runs 2 newspapers, a radio station and a TV production where students can indulge. | Student Life Centre (SLC) responsible for organizing cultural, social and recreational activities; Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA) and Student Housing Office; 24/7 information desk known as Turnkey Desk; 200+ student clubs; 100+ volunteer services; Earth Sciences Museum; Mike & Ophelia Lazaridis Quantum-Nano Center (largest center for Quantum Research) |
| Hostel | #Single Room and board - $12534 #Double Room and board - $9409 | #Double Room - $3677 #Interconnecting Room - $3912 #Single Room - $4099 |
| Famous Alumni | Stephan Harper (Former Canadian PM), Naheed Nenshi (Politician), Robert Thirsk (Former Canadian Space Agency Astronaut), James Gosling (Computer Scientist), Kristina Groves (Speed Skater), Hal Kvisle (Canadian Businessman), Rob Anders (Former Canadian MP), Ian Brodie (Canadian Political Scientist), Ronal Wright (Canadian Author), Peter Wong (Chief Executive of The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Coorp), etc. | Over 203,000 graduates; Robert Mundell (Nobel Laureate), Donna Strickland (Nobel Laureate), Mike Lazaridis (Founder of BlackBerry Ltd.), Prem Watsa (Founder of Fairfax Financial); Rupi Kaur (Canadian Poet); Karl Ting (Actor); Apoorva Mehta (Founder of Instacart); David Cheriton (Canadian Computer Scientist). |
| City Life | Calgary is the energy capital of Canada. It is one of the most liveable city of North America and the fourth largest city in Canada. It records the most patents per capita, highest concentration of corporate head office, and small businesses per capita in Canada. Attend events like Internation Film Festival, concerts, parades, tournaments, derby, etc. It has Calgary Stampede (national music center), few museums, and a zoo. Unemployment rate to Dec 2022: 5.8%(Dec 2022) | Waterloo- Tech-hub of Canada; over 1,000 tech-related businesses set up in the city; over 400 restaurants and shops to explore; More than 40 cultural events; Famous attractions include Waterloo Park, West Montrose Covered Bridge, Laurel Creek Conservation Area, Waterloo Central Railway, Conestoga Mall, Innocente Brewing Company; Unemployment rate: 5% |
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