Facts and stats

Get the most up-to-date statistics on Canadian universities.

Overview

  • 1.5M

    students at Canadian universities

    Universities welcomed approximately 1.16 million full-time and 421 thousand part-time students to campus in fall 2023.

  • $45.1B

    added to the Canadian economy

    As a $45.1 billion enterprise in direct expenditures, universities are significant drivers of economic prosperity. They provide employment for close to 410,000 people.

  • 115%

    increase in jobs requiring a bachelor's degree

    Since 2015, jobs requiring a bachelor’s degree increased by 115%. Jobs requiring higher qualifications increased by 170%.

Indigenous education

Universities are closing the gap for Indigenous students

Work-ready skills

Universities are providing students with career-boosting opportunities

Research and innovation

Universities are positioning Canada as a global leader in research and innovation

Climate innovation test

Universities are equipping Canada for a more efficient future

Student services

Universities are supporting students holistically throughout their academic journeys

Studying across borders

Universities are developing students with cross-cultural skills and adaptability