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University of Guelph

🇨🇦 Canada / Ontario / Guelph
Public Est. 1964

About

What you seek in a university, the University of Guelph has it.

No matter where you're from, once you've enrolled at the U of G, you're a Gryphon. That means you're a part of a network of fellow Gryphons who will set you up with everything you need to be a success - in your degree, in your career, and in the rest of your life. Our reputation? Excellent. We're ranked as one of Canada's Top Compre...

What you seek in a university, the University of Guelph has it.

No matter where you're from, once you've enrolled at the U of G, you're a Gryphon. That means you're a part of a network of fellow Gryphons who will set you up with everything you need to be a success - in your degree, in your career, and in the rest of your life. Our reputation? Excellent. We're ranked as one of Canada's Top Comprehensive Universities, with top marks in Student Experience. Our academics? First rate - with professors who actually want to get to know you. Our professional connections? Unparalleled. We offer hundreds of opportunities to put your skills to practice in the field and meet the right people - that's how we ensure over 90% of our students are employed within 6 months of graduation. And our atmosphere? Like being part of a community that you make complete. So come and experience Guelph. We've been waiting for you.

More than 1,200 international students come from all over the world to study at Guelph. We continually strengthen our global reputations as a leader in innovative research and teaching excellence. We want you to become leaders of a sustainabile tomorrow, given that U of G has over 100,000 alumni in 145 countries.

We want to welcome you to one of Ontario's fastest growing, best run cities: Guelph. With a population of over 133,000, the city of Guelph is known for its environmental sustainability and volunteerism. With all the amenities of a big city, and a small-town feel, the campus and the city offer you a perfect balance of academics and community. The architecture is rich, the downtown core is vibrant, the legacy and cultural diversity is strong, and the community and campus are interconnected. Guelph is:

- Rated one of the 10 best places to live in Canada. - Located in the heart of the Innovation Corridor that stretches from Toronto to Waterloo Region. - Called the City of Music, it's recognized for its indie music scene, and home to the renowned Hillside Festival and the Guelph Jazz Festival. - A one-hour drive from Toronto's Pearson International Airport.

Ranking Overview

Ranking Snapshot

Ranked Top 401 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems

THE #401–500 (2026)
ARWU #501-600 (2025)

Ranked in 58 subject rankings

QS QS World University Rankings
# =546
42
30.1
2027
THE Times Higher Education World University Rankings
# 401–500
46.2
2026
ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities
# 501-600
2025
US News U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
# =556
16
50.7
2026

Key Facts

Students
23,314
Student-Staff Ratio
28.3 : 1
Int'l Students
11%
Female : Male
59 : 41
Staff
7,726

Historical Trend

Longitudinal View
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ARWU ARWU
US News US News
1 101 201 301 401 501 600 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 Rank
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Top Subjects

Best-performing areas
4
Veterinary Science
Top 10
=14
Agriculture & Forestry
Top 50
18
Food Science & Technology
Top 50
29
Agricultural Sciences
Top 50
43
Food Science and Technology
Top 50
43
Agricultural Sciences
Top 50
51-75
Biotechnology
Top 100
51-75
Remote Sensing
Top 100
51-100
Hospitality & Leisure Management
Top 100
59
Plant and Animal Science
Top 100
76-100
Hospitality & Tourism Management
Top 100
101-150
Ecology
Top 200
101-200
Anatomy & Physiology
Top 200
101-150
Development Studies
Top 200
115
Microbiology
Top 200

Subject Rankings

Detailed breakdown

QS

19 subjects

ARWU

26 subjects
Subject
Rank
Score
Year
Veterinary Science 11 198.6 2025
Food Science & Technology 18 152.6 2025
Agricultural Sciences 43 154.0 2025
Biotechnology 51-75 - 2025
Remote Sensing 51-75 - 2022
Hospitality & Tourism Management 76-100 - 2025
Ecology 101-150 - 2025
Geography 151-200 - 2025
Atmospheric Science 151-200 - 2025
Economics & Econometrics 151-200 - 2025
Electrical & Electronic Engineering 201-300 - 2025
Telecommunication Engineering 201-300 - 2025
Environmental Sciences 201-300 - 2025
Water Resources 201-300 - 2025
Biological Sciences 201-300 - 2025
Sociology 201-300 - 2025
Communication & Media Studies 201-300 - 2022
Psychology 201-300 - 2025
Public Health 301-400 - 2024
Politics 301-400 - 2024
Management 301-400 - 2025
Earth & Marine Sciences 401-500 - 2025
Computer Science 401-500 - 2025
Energy Science & Engineering 401-500 - 2019
Human Biological Sciences 401-500 - 2024
Pharmacy & Pharmacology 401-500 - 2024

US News

16 subjects

THE

8 subjects
Subject
Rank
Score
Year
Life Sciences 126–150 57.0 2026
Computer Science 301–400 41.5 2026
Engineering & Technology 301–400 41.5 2026
Physical Sciences 301–400 43.0 2026
Psychology 301–400 38.3 2026
Social Sciences 501–600 31.7 2026
Business & Economics 501–600 33.9 2026
Arts & Humanities 601–800 16.8 2026

Organization Structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ranking of University of Guelph?

University of Guelph's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =546, THE Rank 401–500, ARWU Rank 501-600, US News Rank =556.

When was University of Guelph founded?

University of Guelph was founded in 1964.

What are the top subjects at University of Guelph?

Top subjects at University of Guelph include: Veterinary Science, Agriculture & Forestry, Food Science & Technology, Agricultural Sciences, Food Science and Technology.

Where is University of Guelph located?

University of Guelph is located in Guelph, Canada.