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The Western Education Difference

Western ranked top 1%

We’re ranked in the top 1% of universities and 190th in the world according to THE World University Rankings. Making us your go to spot for studying at an internationally respected university.

Western ranked top 1%

Award-winning professors

Our incredible faculty will help you every step of your academic journey. They’ve been recognized with many awards, including the Hellmuth Prize for Achievement in Research, a Heritage Plaque from Research Western and an Order of Canada and an Order of Ontario.

Award-winning professors

Supportive initiatives and events

We have our own dedicated students’ council that organizes awards as well as professional and social events, such as the grad formal.

Supportive initiatives and events

Diverse community

With more than 1,000 students from Canada and around the world, we offer a community that energizes our halls and our online programs.

Diverse community

Faculty-specific scholarships

We offer scholarships for a variety of programs that can help you financially while you get one of our degrees.

Faculty-specific scholarships

Degree and program choice

Become an expert in your field. With Teacher Education, Master’s and Doctorate degrees, along with Additional Qualifications and certificates, you can choose the program that’s right for your career.

Degree and program choice
Western ranked top 1%
Award-winning professors
Supportive initiatives and events
Diverse community
Faculty-specific scholarships
Degree and program choice

The Western Education Difference

Western Education Spotlight

Supporting the next generation

July 23, 2025
Former educator Dražen Ivanišević shares why he’s established an award for teacher candidates.

Restoring education in Cambodia: ‘Lifetime commitment’ for Western professor

July 23, 2025
Kathy Hibbert also helped secure a new MOU to create reciprocal learning opportunities for fellow faculty, students.

Expert insight: Vanishing data in the U.S. undermines good public policy, with global implications

July 15, 2025
Our Assistant Professor Albert Malkin co-authors this article in The Conversation on the loss of data sets stateside.

Six scholars honoured with Western Research Excellence Awards

July 10, 2025
Education Professor Shannon Stewart among those honoured for the success and impact of their work.

Using data-driven solutions to improve mental health services for children, youth

July 03, 2025
Education Professor Shannon Stewart developing quality indicators to ensure optimal care.

Immaculate Namukasa earns national award for leadership

June 26, 2025
Associate Dean and esteemed researcher recognized by the Senior Women Academic Administrators of Canada.

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