Western University
Ranking, international fees, entry rules for Bangladeshi qualifications, intakes, scholarships and living costs, checked against Western’s own pages.
Check my chances at WesternLast updated 4 October 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end
Western University: highlights
Western University is in London, Ontario, about two hours from Toronto, and ranks joint 142nd in the QS World University Rankings 2027. It accepts the HSC directly and lists, programme by programme, which senior subjects a Bangladeshi applicant needs.
- After HSC: Western accepts the Higher Secondary Certificate, showing all subjects and grades. All required courses must be at senior level, and requirements differ by programme.
- For a master’s Graduate programmes are run by the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Its minimum English score is IELTS Academic 6.5.:
- Tuition: About CAD 48,000 to 64,400 for first-year tuition and fees (2025-26 estimate)
- Scholarship: International President’s Entrance Scholarship: CAD 100,000, 3 awards a year.
- Intakes: One main intake: September.
Key facts
If your English scores do not meet Western’s requirement, you may be offered a place at the Western English Language Centre first.
Western rankings
| Ranking | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2027 | =142 in the world |
International costs
Western gives a range for first-year international tuition and fees. Use its tuition fee estimator for your programme.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| First-year international tuition and fees, most programmes (2025-26 estimate) | CAD 48,000 to 64,400 |
Engineering and business programmes cost more. The 2026-27 schedules are on the Registrar’s fee pages.
Admission requirements for Bangladeshi students
| Your qualification or level | What Western asks for |
|---|---|
| HSC | Western accepts the Higher Secondary Certificate, showing all subjects and grades. All required courses must be at senior level, and requirements differ by programme. |
| Science | Math and any science. Biology and Chemistry are recommended |
| Medical Sciences | Biology, Chemistry and Math |
| Health Sciences | Biology and Math. Chemistry is recommended |
| Media and Communication Studies | No required courses |
| Master’s Graduate programmes are run by the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Its minimum English score is IELTS Academic 6.5. |
English language scores
Proof of English is needed if English is not your first language. Undergraduate minimums are on Western’s admission pages; the graduate minimum is IELTS Academic 6.5.
Western: yearly intakes
First-year students start in September.
| Intake | Classes start | Apply by | Open for |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2027 | September 2027 | Apply by early 2027; check Western’s dates for international applicants | All bachelor’s programmes |
The top international scholarships need a separate National Scholarship application with an essay and a nomination from your school, so start in the autumn before.
How to apply
- Check the subject requirements for your programme
Western lists them on its Bangladesh page.
- Apply through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre
Send your HSC results and English score.
- Apply for the National Scholarship if you are a top student
It needs an essay and a nomination from your school.
- Apply for the study permit
Show first-year tuition plus CAD 23,448 for living costs, with 4 to 6 months of bank records. Undergraduate applicants also need a provincial attestation letter.
Scholarships for Bangladeshi students
International President’s Entrance Scholarship
Western University
- Value
- CAD 100,000
- Awards
- 3 a year
- Based on
- Academics, creativity and activities
- Application
- National Scholarship form, essay and school nomination
Western also offers one CAD 80,000 Neen Hodgins President’s International Entrance Scholarship for an Arts and Humanities student.
View on official site ↗Canada has few national scholarships for bachelor’s and coursework master’s students, so university awards matter most.
Living costs in London, Ontario
London, Ontario is cheaper than Toronto for rent. IRCC’s figure of CAD 23,448 a year is the minimum you must show for the study permit.
For the study permit, IRCC asks for CAD 23,448 in living funds for one person, on top of first-year tuition. Canada refused about 64% of study permit applications overall in 2025, so prepare 4 to 6 months of clean bank records.
What one year costs in total
A first year comes to roughly CAD 71,400 to 87,800: CAD 48,000 to 64,400 in tuition and fees plus CAD 23,448 for living costs.
Work and careers after Western
Reputation
- =142 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
- Clear programme-by-programme subject requirements for Bangladeshi applicants.
Work while you study
- Up to 24 hours a week off campus during term.
- Full time during scheduled breaks.
Stay after graduating
- The Post-Graduation Work Permit matches your programme length, up to 3 years.
- Apply within 180 days of finishing.
Western: FAQs
Can I get into Western with HSC?
Western accepts the Higher Secondary Certificate, showing all subjects and grades. All required courses must be at senior level, and requirements differ by programme.
How much does Western cost for international students?
Western’s estimate for first-year international tuition and fees was CAD 48,000 to 64,400 in 2025-26 for most programmes. Engineering and business cost more.
What do I need for a master’s at Western?
Graduate programmes are run by the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Its minimum English score is IELTS Academic 6.5.
When are the intakes at Western?
September. Apply by early 2027, and start scholarship applications in the autumn before.
Are there scholarships for Bangladeshi students at Western?
Yes, for top students. Western offers 3 International President’s Entrance Scholarships of CAD 100,000 each, and one of CAD 80,000 for Arts and Humanities. They need a National Scholarship application and a school nomination.
Which HSC subjects do I need for Western?
It depends on the programme. Science needs Math and any science; Medical Sciences needs Biology, Chemistry and Math; Health Sciences needs Biology and Math; Media and Communication Studies has no required courses.
Plan the rest
Official sources
- Western: Bangladesh requirements ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- Western: costs and financial support ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- Western: international admission scholarships ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- Western: graduate international applicants ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- QS World University Rankings 2027 ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.
About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources listed above and last checked on 4 October 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.