About the university
Niagara University in Ontario (NUO) is the Vaughan campus of the US-based Niagara University, a private university. Its binational programmes lead to American degrees earned in Canada, mainly in education, business and criminal justice. Its MBA is AACSB-accredited, and its MA programmes were granted consent by Ontario's Minister of Colleges and Universities for a five-year term from July 2023.
For Indian graduates, NUO's international options are its master's programmes: the 16-month MBA with concentrations such as digital marketing, analytics and AI, or global business and supply chain; the MA in Criminal Justice Administration; and the MA in Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security. Its teacher education BPS and MS in Educational Leadership publish only domestic fees. NUO does not publish student housing.
- Type
- Private; Ontario campus of the US-based Niagara University, awarding American degrees in Canada
- Programmes
- MBA, MA in Criminal Justice Administration, MA in Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security, MS in Educational Leadership, BPS in Education, Additional Qualifications
- Campus
- 2904 Highway 7 West, Vaughan, Ontario
- Master's length
- Master's programmes are two years or less; NUO says they qualify for a PGWP of up to three years
- International tuition
- About CAD 15,750–23,940 in the first year of a master's (2026/27)
- DLI number
- O268049601572
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Fee / year
- C$23,940
- Duration
- 16 months (3 semesters, 36 credits); concentrations in digital marketing, analytics and AI, financial analysis and risk management, global business and supply chain, healthcare administration or strategic management
- Intakes
- Check the programme page for start dates
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 100, PTE 60 (with section minimums) or Duolingo 125
- Postgraduate
MA in Criminal Justice Administration
- Fee / year
- C$19,080
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters, 33 credits); on-campus, online, hybrid and weekend courses
- Intakes
- Check the programme page for start dates
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 100, PTE 60 (with section minimums) or Duolingo 125
- Postgraduate
MA in Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security
- Fee / year
- C$15,750
- Duration
- 33 credits, with two capstone courses and an optional internship
- Intakes
- Check the programme page for start dates
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 100, PTE 60 (with section minimums) or Duolingo 125
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 16 months (3 semesters, 36 credits); concentrations in digital marketing, analytics and AI, financial analysis and risk management, global business and supply chain, healthcare administration or strategic management | C$23,940 | ≈ ₹16 lakh |
| MA in Criminal Justice Administration | 2 years (4 semesters, 33 credits); on-campus, online, hybrid and weekend courses | C$19,080 | ≈ ₹12.8 lakh |
| MA in Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security | 33 credits, with two capstone courses and an optional internship | C$15,750 | ≈ ₹10.6 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.
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Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- NUO's only bachelor's programme is the BPS in Education, a two-year teacher education degree for people who already hold a degree (70% overall average). It publishes only a domestic fee.
Postgraduate
- Master's programmes need a bachelor's degree; the MBA is also open to college graduates and established professionals. Programme-specific GPA and test rules are on each programme's admission requirements page, and NUO may ask for GMAT scores for the MBA.
- Applicants with degrees from outside Canada or the US (or not taught in English) must send a course-by-course evaluation from WES, TEC or CES.
- After an offer, pay a CAD 2,000 enrolment deposit through TouchNet; NUO then requests your Provincial Attestation Letter. If your study permit is refused, the deposit is refunded less CAD 500.
Documents
- Degree transcripts with a WES, TEC or CES course-by-course evaluation
- Official English test scores sent by the testing service
- Statement of intent, references and résumé (as required by the programme)
- Passport and study permit for the full length of your studies
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 |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 100, with section minimums |
| PTE Academic | 60 overall (listening 50, reading 55, speaking 50, writing 65) |
| Duolingo | 125, no band below 125 |
| Pathway | English for Academic Purposes through ILSC, or Oxford ELLT 7 |
Accommodation and living costs
NUO's pages do not describe student housing, so plan to rent privately in or near Vaughan.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
NUO teaches at one campus on Highway 7 West in Vaughan, with evening and Saturday classes for the MBA.
- Binational programmes: students earn an American degree in Canada.
- AACSB-accredited MBA.
- International students pay CAD 1,179 a year for health insurance.
- Virtual student-services drop-in advising each week.
Careers and graduate outcomes
NUO says its master's programmes are PGWP-eligible for up to three years. See our Canada guide for the current work-permit rules.
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FAQs
How much is the NUO MBA for Indian students?
NUO estimates first-year international tuition of CAD 23,940 for 2026/27 (CAD 1,330 per credit), plus fees and CAD 1,179 health insurance.
Can international students join the teacher education (BPS) programme?
NUO publishes only a domestic fee for the BPS in Education and the MS in Educational Leadership. Ask NUO's admissions team before applying.
What IELTS score does NUO need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or TOEFL iBT 100, PTE 60 or Duolingo 125.
Sources
- NUO: Information for international applicants (opens in a new tab)
- NUO: Tuition and fees 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- NUO: Estimated first-year tuition and fees (opens in a new tab)
- NUO: Academics (opens in a new tab)
- NUO: MBA (opens in a new tab)
- NUO: MA in Criminal Justice Administration (opens in a new tab)
- NUO: Teacher Education (BPS) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: niagarau.ca (opens in a new tab)
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