About the university
Memorial University of Newfoundland is the public university of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It began as Memorial University College in 1925, in memory of Newfoundlanders who died in the First World War, and became a university in 1949. Its main campus is in St. John's, on Canada's Atlantic coast, with further campuses in Corner Brook, at the Marine Institute and in Labrador.
Memorial is a comprehensive research university with more than 17,000 students. It is known for engineering (especially ocean, naval and process engineering), computer science and artificial intelligence research, business, and ocean and marine studies through the Marine Institute.
For Indian students the big draws are some of the lowest international tuition fees among Canadian universities and professional master's degrees such as the Master of Data Science, the Master of Artificial Intelligence and the MASc in Software Engineering. Around 3,000 international students from over 100 countries study here.
St. John's is a small, friendly coastal city with a lower cost of living than Toronto or Vancouver, but winters are long, windy and snowy, and it is far from other large Canadian cities.
- Founded
- 1925 as Memorial University College; university since 1949
- Type
- Public university; the only university in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Students
- 17,000+, including 3,000+ international students from over 100 countries
- Student–staff ratio
- 14.5 (Times Higher Education data)
- Campuses
- Four teaching campuses: St. John's, Grenfell (Corner Brook), Marine Institute and Labrador
- Intakes
- September, January and May for general undergraduate admission; most graduate programmes start in September
Rankings
THE World University Rankings 2027
551–600 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- C$26,936
- Duration
- 1 year full-time (10 courses, case studies and a capstone project)
- Intakes
- September (apply by 15 January)
- English
- Meet Memorial's School of Graduate Studies English requirement; check the programme page
- Postgraduate
Master of Artificial Intelligence (MAI)
- Fee / year
- C$22,461
- Duration
- 16 months (4 semesters), course-based, no co-op
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 December; late international applications considered if seats remain)
- English
- Memorial's higher graduate English standard; check the School of Graduate Studies page
- Postgraduate
Master of Applied Science in Software Engineering (MAScSE)
- Fee / year
- C$22,461
- Duration
- 16 months (4 semesters), course-based with a team capstone
- Intakes
- September (international applicants apply by 1 April)
- English
- Meet Memorial's School of Graduate Studies English requirement; check the programme page
- Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Fee / year
- C$16,833
- Duration
- 2 years full-time (20 courses; exemptions can shorten it)
- Intakes
- September (international applicants apply by 1 February)
- English
- IELTS 7.0 overall or TOEFL iBT 92 (from the MBA page)
- Postgraduate
Master of Science (Computer Science)
- Fee / year
- C$7,800
- Duration
- 2 years (6 semesters)
- Intakes
- Check the programme page
- English
- Meet Memorial's School of Graduate Studies English requirement; check the programme page
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Engineering (co-operative)
- Fee / year
- C$22,500
- Duration
- Co-operative degree with paid work terms
- Intakes
- Check the programme page; some competitive programmes admit in September only
- English
- Check Memorial's undergraduate English proficiency page
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Commerce (Co-operative)
- Fee / year
- C$22,500
- Duration
- Co-operative degree with paid work terms
- Intakes
- Check the programme page
- English
- Check Memorial's undergraduate English proficiency page
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science (including Computer Science)
- Fee / year
- C$22,500
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September, January and May (general admission)
- English
- Check Memorial's undergraduate English proficiency page
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Data Science (MDSc) | 1 year full-time (10 courses, case studies and a capstone project) | C$26,936 | ≈ ₹18 lakh |
| Master of Artificial Intelligence (MAI) | 16 months (4 semesters), course-based, no co-op | C$22,461 | ≈ ₹15 lakh |
| Master of Applied Science in Software Engineering (MAScSE) | 16 months (4 semesters), course-based with a team capstone | C$22,461 | ≈ ₹15 lakh |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 2 years full-time (20 courses; exemptions can shorten it) | C$16,833 | ≈ ₹11.3 lakh |
| Master of Science (Computer Science) | 2 years (6 semesters) | C$7,800 | ≈ ₹5.2 lakh |
| Bachelor of Engineering (co-operative) | Co-operative degree with paid work terms | C$22,500 | ≈ ₹15.1 lakh |
| Bachelor of Commerce (Co-operative) | Co-operative degree with paid work terms | C$22,500 | ≈ ₹15.1 lakh |
| Bachelor of Science (including Computer Science) | 4 years | C$22,500 | ≈ ₹15.1 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Memorial University of Newfoundland with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- MBA
MBA international entrance scholarship
Value: CAD 12,000
Eligibility: Entrance scholarship listed on the MBA page for international students.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate, first year
Memorial University of Newfoundland International Entrance Scholarship (and other international entrance awards)
Value: Values not published on the overview page
Eligibility: Considered automatically on admission if you meet the criteria; first-year only and not renewable. Transfer students qualify only with fewer than 31 transferred credit hours.
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Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 from a recognised board meeting Memorial's international high school curriculum requirements; competitive programmes such as engineering and business set extra subject requirements.
- Memorial admits general undergraduates in September, January and May; apply early because decisions are made on a rolling basis.
- Applicants may need an English test depending on their schooling.
Postgraduate
- Master of Data Science: a bachelor's degree with at least second-class standing, plus a course (or equivalent knowledge) in multivariate calculus, statistical inference and programming.
- Master of Artificial Intelligence: a four-year degree in computer science, computer engineering or a related field, normally with 75% or second-class upper standing, plus linear algebra, vector calculus, statistics and programming.
- MBA: a bachelor's degree with a 2.75 GPA (4-point scale), GMAT 550 (Focus 515) or GRE 302, two years of full-time work experience and two references.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (undergraduate)
- Degree certificate and transcripts (graduate)
- English test score where required
- GMAT or GRE score, CV and references (MBA)
- Provincial Attestation Letter (issued via Memorial) for the study permit
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| MBA | IELTS 7.0 overall, or TOEFL iBT 92, if your previous university study was not in English |
| Master of Artificial Intelligence | Memorial's higher graduate English standard (see the School of Graduate Studies) |
| Undergraduate | Memorial lists accepted tests and scores on its undergraduate English proficiency tests page; whether you need one depends on your schooling |
Accommodation and living costs
Memorial has residences on the St. John's campus. Paton College and Macpherson College include a compulsory meal plan; Burton's Pond has apartments. A CAD 500 confirmation fee is credited to your residence account. Off-campus single rooms cost about CAD 1,050 a month (Memorial's estimate).
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Paton College double room (with meal plan)2026-27: CAD 5,237 Fall + CAD 5,357 Winter | C$10,594per year (Fall + Winter) | ≈ ₹7.1 lakh |
| Macpherson College suite single (with meal plan)2026-27 | C$12,510per year (Fall + Winter) | ≈ ₹8.4 lakh |
| Off-campus single roomMinimum Expense form estimate, 2026-27 | C$1,050per month | ≈ ₹70,350 |
| International health insuranceUndergraduate estimate for two semesters | C$548per year | ≈ ₹36,716 |
Campus and location
The main St. John's campus holds most faculties, including engineering, computer science, business and medicine. Grenfell Campus is in Corner Brook on the west coast, the Marine Institute specialises in ocean technology and maritime studies, and the Labrador Campus is in Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
- Memorial ranked first in Canada for AI publications as a share of all publications (Research Infosource, 2024), as quoted by the university.
- Engineering and commerce degrees are co-operative, with paid work terms.
- St. John's is a small coastal city with harsh winters and a lower cost of living than Ontario or BC cities.
- Residence fees include utilities, furniture, WiFi and 24/7 security.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Memorial's co-operative engineering and commerce degrees build Canadian work experience into the programme. Most professional master's degrees are course-based and short (12–16 months). See our Canada guide for study and post-study work rules.
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FAQs
How much does Memorial cost for an Indian student?
New international undergraduates pay CAD 2,250 per course from fall 2026, or CAD 22,500 for a typical 10-course year. Graduate costs vary: the one-year Master of Data Science is about CAD 26,900 in tuition and special fees, and the MAI and MASc Software Engineering total about CAD 29,950.
Which master's programmes do Indian students choose at Memorial?
Mostly the Master of Data Science, the Master of Artificial Intelligence, the MASc in Software Engineering, engineering master's degrees and the MBA. Most start only in September.
Does Memorial offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Undergraduates are considered automatically for international entrance scholarships (first year only), and the MBA lists a CAD 12,000 entrance scholarship for international students.
What English score do I need?
It depends on the programme. The MBA asks for IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 92, and the MAI uses Memorial's higher graduate standard. Check the School of Graduate Studies or undergraduate English pages for your programme.
Can I live on campus?
Yes. A double room with meal plan at Paton College costs CAD 10,594 for Fall and Winter 2026-27.
Sources
- Memorial: undergraduate money matters (opens in a new tab)
- Memorial: new tuition framework (opens in a new tab)
- Memorial: graduate tuition, fees and funding (opens in a new tab)
- Memorial: Minimum Expense form 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- Memorial: graduate special fees (opens in a new tab)
- Memorial: Master of Artificial Intelligence (opens in a new tab)
- Memorial: MBA (opens in a new tab)
- Memorial: international entrance scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- Memorial: residence fees (opens in a new tab)
- Memorial: about (opens in a new tab)
- Times Higher Education: Memorial University of Newfoundland (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.mun.ca (opens in a new tab)
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