Out of Province Students
Why the University of Guelph?
Choosing a university is a big decision, especially when it means moving to a new province. At the University of Guelph, you'll find an outstanding education, a welcoming community, and support every step of the way.
Discover why students from across Canada choose to call Guelph home.
Are You a Future Gryphon?
Why It's Worth the Move
- The Community
- Find an inclusive and supportive community at U of G, no matter where you live.
- The Opportunities
- Learn by doing. Graduate with a degree and a resume loaded with the kind of experience employers want to see.
- The Food
- We’ve been voted as having the best campus food of any Canadian university. Our secret? We make it all ourselves.
Where You'll Be
You get the best of both worlds: Guelph’s close-knit, smaller-town community with Toronto's big-city opportunities a short drive or train ride away.
Experience Guelph’s vibrant culture, food, and community. Start exploring with Gather in Guelph. There's more to explore just beyond campus. Find inspiration on the best things to see and do in the region.
With convenient access to airports in Kitchener-Waterloo (30 minutes), Hamilton (1 hour), Toronto (1 hour), and beyond, getting to Guelph has never been easier.
Residence Guarantee
- Out-of-province Canadian high school applicants are guaranteed a space in residence for your first year of study,
- provided they meet the required conditions.
Admission Requirements
Find the admission requirements that apply to you using our search tool. Search by your province or territory to see program-specific requirements.
1:1 Advising Session
Curious about admissions or life at the University of Guelph? Book a meeting with Nicole, our Assistant Manager, National and Non-Direct Student Recruitment, to get all of your questions answered about U of G!
- #6 Comprehensive University in Canada
- (Maclean's, 2026)
- Top 10 University for Reputation in Canada
- (Times Higher Education, 2026)
- 5th largest university co-op program in Canada,
- 2nd in Ontario
- $22.5M awarded to students in 2025-26,
- including needs-based aid
Supporting Your Journey
- START U of G: connects new students with the people, resources, and information needed to thrive in first year.
- Orientation Week: hundreds of events and opportunities to meet other students, explore campus, and get involved.
- Pre-Orientation Programs: additional transition supports for eligible students through START Accessible, START Indigenous, and START International.
Out of Province Student Association
The Out of Province Students Association (OOPSA) consists of out-of-province students and alumni who are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for those who chose U of G as their new home. They’ve hosted events like:
- Thanksgiving Socials
- Scavenger Hunts
- Bingo Nights
- Game Nights
- And more!
Learn more about how our out-of-province students are building community at U of G by following the OOPSA on Instagram:
Hear From Out of Province Students
Guelph is a really engaging, fun, and high-ranking university! You will join a very open and inclusive community here, and the professors are very supportive and kind.
Coming to the University of Guelph was one of the best things I have done. I have met people that I’m going to be friends with for the rest of my life and had amazing opportunities along with it.
I chose the University of Guelph because it felt like a community. You are more than a number here and you truly feel that you a part of something. I moved to Ontario from BC to experience what it was like to be by myself in a new place where I didn’t know anyone, and it was so incredibly worth it.
After talking to teachers, university counsellors, my parents, and numerous university students, I decided that the University of Guelph was the best school for me. The courses, location, athletics, opportunities, and friendly environment were critical in my decision, and the University of Guelph fulfilled all of these needs.
When finalizing my university decisions, Guelph had the best outlook for me personally. I loved being in a smaller town than a huge city, and the community is super welcoming.
