Algoma University

🏆 #2 in Canada for scholarships and bursaries — strong financial support for students

📚 Top 20 in Maclean's 2026 primarily undergraduate category

🏡 Located in Sault Ste. Marie — one of Canada's most affordable cities for students

🎓 Small-campus environment with personalised faculty attention and strong community engagement

🌍 Nearly 50% international students from diverse backgrounds; bilingual English-French campus in Sault Ste. Marie.

💰 Top primarily undergraduate university in Canada for scholarship funding (#1 in 2026 rankings)

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at Algoma University is approximately CAD 21,525. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at Algoma University is approximately CAD 23,625.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at Algoma University for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

Algoma University is accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities and Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC).

The employment rate at Algoma University is 85.5% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

We do not have any courses from Algoma University that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

Algoma University offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• Immigration advising for study permits, work permits, and visa assistance through the International Student Services office

• Financial support through international student scholarships and bursaries for eligible applicants

• Health insurance guidance with mandatory UHIP enrolment and supplementary coverage options

• Academic support with tutoring, learning strategies, and English language workshops through the Learning Centre

• Cultural integration through the AU International Student Network and cross-cultural activities on campus

Some of the rankings of Algoma University include:

#20 in Canada's Best Undergraduate Universities (Maclean's 2026)

Post-study work permit options at Algoma University in Canada depend on your qualification level: 2+ year program graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation.; Master's Degree of at least 8 months graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation.; 8 month to 23 month program graduates can work for the length of their study program after graduation.

International students at Algoma University can work up to 24 hours per week in off-campus jobs during term time and can work unlimited hours during breaks in Canada. International students can also work an unlimited number of hours on campus. No separate work permit is required.