Study Music in Canada 🇨🇦

Canada offers 24 Music programs across 23 universities. Tuition ranges from $9k–$28k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students.

24 Programs

23 Universities

$9k–$28k/yr Tuition

4% Scholarships

Why Canada for Music?

Living Cost

$15,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Canada →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (21) Diploma (3)

Top Universities for Music in Canada

University of Toronto Schools

Toronto · National rank #1 · QS #29

Bachelor of Music in Performance · Bachelor

Université McGill

Montreal · National rank #1 · QS #27

Bachelor of Music in Performance · Bachelor

University of Toronto

Toronto · National rank #1 · QS #29

Bachelor of Music · Bachelor

Mount Allison University

Sackville · National rank #1 · QS #1323

Bachelor of Music · Bachelor

McGill University

Montreal · National rank #1 · QS #27

Bachelor of Music in Performance · Bachelor

Acadia University

Wolfville · National rank #3 · QS #751

Bachelor of Music · Bachelor

St. Francis Xavier University

Antigonish · National rank #4

Bachelor of Arts in Music · Bachelor

Bishop's University

Sherbrooke · National rank #5

Bachelor of Music · Bachelor

Université de Montréal

Montreal · National rank #5 · QS #168

Baccalauréat en musique · Bachelor

University of Montreal

Montreal · National rank #5 · QS #168

Baccalauréat en musique · Bachelor

University of Manitoba

Winnipeg · National rank #6 · QS #643

Music · Bachelor

Queen's University

Kingston · National rank #9 · QS #191

Bachelor of Music · Bachelor

Brandon University

Brandon · National rank #17

Bachelor of Music · Bachelor

Wilfrid Laurier University

Waterloo · National rank #18

Bachelor of Music (BMus) · Bachelor Music (BMus) · Bachelor

Université Bishop's

Sherbrooke · National rank #57

Bachelor of Music (BMus) · Bachelor

Canadian Mennonite University

Winnipeg · National rank #74 · QS #651

Bachelor of Arts in Music · Bachelor

Université Sainte-Anne

Church Point · National rank #80

Baccalauréat en musique (B.Mus.) · Bachelor

Crandall University

Moncton · National rank #91

Bachelor of Arts in Music · Bachelor

Collège Lionel-Groulx

Sainte-Thérèse · National rank #164

Musique · Diploma

Collège Montmorency

Laval

Musique · Bachelor

All Programs

Bachelor of Music

Acadia University

Bachelor of Music in Performance

University of Toronto Schools

Bachelor of Music

Bishop's University

Musique

Collège Montmorency

Musique

Collège Lionel-Groulx

Bachelor of Music in Performance

Université McGill

Baccalauréat en musique

Université de Montréal

Musique

Collège Joliette-De Lanaudière

Bachelor of Music (BMus)

Université Bishop's

Bachelor of Music

Queen's University

Bachelor of Arts in Music

Canadian Mennonite University

Bachelor of Music

University of Toronto

Bachelor of Arts in Music

Crandall University

Music - Classical or Jazz

Collège Marie-Victorin

Bachelor of Music (BMus)

Wilfrid Laurier University

Music (BMus)

Wilfrid Laurier University

Baccalauréat en musique

University of Montreal

Bachelor of Music

Macewan University

Music

University of Manitoba

Bachelor of Music

Mount Allison University

Bachelor of Arts in Music

St. Francis Xavier University

Baccalauréat en musique (B.Mus.)

Université Sainte-Anne

Bachelor of Music

Brandon University

Bachelor of Music in Performance

McGill University

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Music in Canada?

Tuition for Music programs in Canada ranges from $9k–$28k/yr. 4% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $15k.

What are the English language requirements for Music in Canada?

English-taught Music programs in Canada typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many Music programs are in Canada?

Abroadly lists 24 Music programs at 23 universities across Canada. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Is Canada a good country for Music students?

Canada is a strong choice for Music with 23 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English/French, though many programs are taught in English.

What degree levels are available for Music in Canada?

In Canada, Music programs are offered at: Bachelor (21 programs), Diploma (3 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.