A big factor when deciding on the right school is the availability of scholarships and bursaries. Figuring out how you'll fund your education is important to every student and knowing which schools are recognized for their financial aid programs can be helpful. Maclean's has released their list of Canada's best universities in 2026 by scholarships and bursaries.

The following universities allocate more of their budget towards scholarships, bursaries, and awards for their students. Make sure you check out each school's website, or use the Request Info button, for the latest scholarship information!

The rankings for 2026 are here:

Primarily undergraduate universities

Universities in this category are largely focused on undergraduate education, with relatively fewer graduate programs and graduate students, making these schools a good choice for starting your post-secondary education.

An * indicates a tie.

Comprehensive universities

Universities in this category have a significant amount of research activity and a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. These are great if you're planning to take your university degree further.

An * indicates a tie.

Medical doctoral universities

Universities in this category have a broad range of PhD programs and research, as well as medical schools.

An * indicates a tie.

Don't forget: every school's scholarship and bursary programs are unique. You'll find awards based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement, program choice, and more in your search for financial aid.