Western University

Overview

Western University is a globally connected institution dedicated to driving positive change. As one of Canada’s leading research and teaching universities, it fosters collaboration across disciplines to inspire individual growth and collective impact. At Western, students become part of a thriving community of over 44,000 learners and 355,000 alumni from 160 countries.

The university offers a dynamic learning environment with top-tier academics, cutting-edge facilities, and practical experiences such as internships, co-ops, and practicums in every program. With more than 400 undergraduate degree options and over 150 graduate programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, business, and health sciences, students can customize their education to align with their aspirations. Western’s 12 faculties and schools provide a range of degree pathways, including professional programs in business, medicine, dentistry, engineering, law, and education.

Research is a cornerstone of Western’s mission, with annual external funding exceeding $278 million. The university is home to globally recognized research centers, including the WindEEE Research Institute, the Western Institute for Neuroscience, the Institute for Earth and Space Exploration, and the Fraunhofer Innovation Platform for Composites Research. Western has a strong legacy of innovation, addressing critical global challenges such as climate change, sustainability, social inequality, and democracy.

Spanning 500 hectares, Western’s picturesque campus is renowned as one of Canada’s most beautiful, blending historic and contemporary architecture within lush green spaces. The university offers 11 first-year residence communities, providing a safe and supportive living environment. Located in London, Ontario—a vibrant city of over 500,000 people just two hours from Toronto—Western provides students with a lively and engaging backdrop for their academic and personal growth.