About
Concordia is an English-language university in the heart of the world-class city of Montreal, Canada. From classroom to lab, in our libraries and on our streets, the Concordia community is resolutely anchored to the real world — open and engaged, compassionate and caring. We are recognized for our flexible approach to learning, and for our commitment to examining societal issues from a broad persp...
Concordia is an English-language university in the heart of the world-class city of Montreal, Canada. From classroom to lab, in our libraries and on our streets, the Concordia community is resolutely anchored to the real world — open and engaged, compassionate and caring. We are recognized for our flexible approach to learning, and for our commitment to examining societal issues from a broad perspective in our teaching and research. It’s an approach that is rooted in Concordia’s founding in 1974, which brought together Loyola College (1896) and Sir George Williams University (1926).
Nearly 48,000 students are pursuing their educational and research goals at Concordia. The University is made up of four Faculties (Arts and Science, Fine Arts, the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science and the John Molson School of Business), a School of Graduate Studies and a Centre for Continuing Education. We encourage our students to become active, critical and concerned citizens in order to enrich the world’s wealth of knowledge, bridge communities and, most importantly, grow and contribute. We call our approach “next-generation” — examining the issues of the day and seizing opportunities with a diversity of thought and an openness of spirit.
Our philosophy includes complementing classroom time with practical, real-life experience. It means being engaged in research opportunities, athletics, professional networking, alumni mentoring and more. It also means being connected to friends and dedicated professors in a remarkable urban environment that will make students feel right at home.
To learn more about Concordia, visit our website.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 497 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 54 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 36,811
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 25.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 35%
- Female : Male
- 49 : 51
- Staff
- 3,450
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
25 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 39 | 144.1 | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Aerospace Engineering | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Transportation Science & Technology | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Psychology | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Automation & Control | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Business Administration | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Finance | 151-200 | - | 2022 |
| Management | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Computer Science | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Materials Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2023 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
QS
25 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing | 51+ | - | 2021 |
| Performing Arts | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Architecture | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Art & Design | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| English Language & Literature | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Geography | 151-200 | - | 2022 |
| Arts & Humanities | =172 | 69.4 | 2026 |
| Civil & Structural Engineering | 201-275 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Psychology | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Linguistics | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Modern Languages | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Accounting & Finance | 301-375 | - | 2026 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Business & Management Studies | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | =364 | 63.1 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 601-650 | - | 2021 |
US News
14 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =125 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Civil Engineering | 138 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Mechanical Engineering | =183 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 199 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Engineering | 232 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =276 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | 287 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =293 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | =368 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Neuroscience and Behavior | 436 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =521 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =603 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =953 | 45.9 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =1,092 | 45.9 | 2026 |
THE
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 201–250 | 45.3 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 251–300 | 40.6 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 401–500 | 34.6 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 401–500 | 27.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 601–800 | 32.8 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 601–800 | 28.8 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Concordia University?
Concordia University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =497, THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =755.
When was Concordia University founded?
Concordia University was founded in 1974.
What are the top subjects at Concordia University?
Top subjects at Concordia University include: Civil Engineering, Marketing, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Aerospace Engineering.
Where is Concordia University located?
Concordia University is located in Montreal, Canada.