2018 Maclean's University Ranking Results - Primarily Undergraduate
Check out the rankings for universities that offer primarily undergraduate degrees!
Primarily Undergraduate Schools
The largest shift in this year’s rankings sees Mount Allison University overtaking the University of Northern British Columbia for the top spot. Trent University has also jumped up a spot, taking the third position away from the University of Lethbridge. Acaida University remains in the fifth position.
- 1. Mount Allison University
Mount Allison gives undergraduates the opportunity to “mix-and-match” over 40 programs across several disciplines. Small class sizes offer a unique classroom experience where you can ask questions, be yourself and have everyone know your name. Mount Allison is first in faculty awards and overall reputation.
- 2. University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George is the largest city in Northern British Columbia, complete with fantastic restaurants, close-knit communities and plenty of art and culture. UNBC is first in student awards and operating budget, as well as third in student/faculty ratio.
- 3. Trent University
Trent is a small university with campuses in Peterborough and Durham. This university cares greatly about its community. It is first in scholarships and bursaries, and third in social sciences and humanities grants.
- 4. University of Lethbridge
ULeth is celebrating its 50th anniversary and all fundraising initiative proceeds will go towards student scholarships. This school is first in student services and second in medial/science grants.
- 5. Acadia University
Acadia has a history of removing roadblocks, the first of which took place in 1838 when Baptist leaders could not have a higher education due to their association with the Christian Church. Another breakthrough occurred in 1884 when women were first allowed to attend the school. Acadia is second in student awards and forth in student satisfaction.
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Maclean’s University Rankings 2017 - Primarily Undergraduate
* Indicates a tie
| School | Overall Ranking | Rank Last Year | More |
| Mount Allison University | 1 | [2] | Profile |
| University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) | 2 | [1] | Profile |
| Trent University | 3 | [4] | Profile |
| University of Lethbridge | 4 | [3] | Profile |
| Acadia University | 5 | [5] | Profile |
| St. Francis Xavier University | 6 | [6] | Profile |
| Saint Mary’s University | 7 | [7] | Profile |
| University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) | 8 | [*11] | Profile |
| Lakehead University | 9 | [*11] | Profile |
| University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) | 10 | [8] | Profile |
| Bishop’s University | *11 | [9] | Profile |
| Laurentian University | *11 | [10] | Profile |
| St. Thomas University | 13 | [15] | Profile |
| Université de Moncton | *14 | [14] | Profile |
| University of Winnipeg | *14 | [13] | Profile |
| Brandon University | 16 | [17] | Profile |
| Mount Saint Vincent University | *17 | [16] | Profile |
| Nipissing University | *17 | [*18] | Profile |
| Cape Breton University | 19 | [*18] | Profile |
(Source: Maclean’s magazine)
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