Brock University

Brock University, located in a UNESCO biosphere reserve in the scenic Niagara region, offers more than 70 undergraduate and more than 50 graduate programs across seven faculties, led by about 600 faculty. The school promotes experiential learning and community outreach, and has a massive co-op program: more than 1,000 students complete a work term annually with more than 4,000 industry partners, 400 of which are in the Niagara region. The school draws international students from 110 countries. “With its renowned student experience, dynamic teaching and research, breadth of experiential education opportunities and ongoing commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and reconciliation, Brock is a truly transformative place where people come together to reimagine the future through curiosity, creativity and courage,” says president Lesley Rigg. World-class infrastructure includes the Cairns’ Family Health and Bioscience Research Complex and the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts. Business, computer science and kinesiology students have the opportunity to earn double degrees with partner universities in Europe. The Zone, the school’s expanded fitness and recreation centre, is central to the school’s fitness culture. The Brock–Niagara Validation, Prototyping and Manufacturing Institute is now open. A collaborative hub connecting Brock with industry partners in the health and disease, agricultural, chemical manufacturing and environmental sectors, it offers access to research expertise and state-of-the-art equipment.

Campus Buzz: Brock’s student union organizes weekly free breakfasts, as well as other events like soup nights, free perogies, trivia nights and more.

Quick facts

Tuition (includes compulsory ancillary fees)
$7,609 ($8,596 out-of-province students)

Median Entering Grades
Arts: 88% | Science: 86% | Commerce: 83% | Engineering: 87%

Student Body
Undergraduates: Full-time: 15,362 | Part-time: 1,611
Graduates: Full-time: 1,455 | Part-time: 248
International Students: First-year: 3.3% | Graduate: 38.6%

Housing Facts
Residence Spaces: 2,780 (guaranteed for full-time students)
Cost of Double room with meals:  $15,620 to $16,200
Cost of single room with meals:$16,520 to $17,120
Cost of apartment-style: $8,590 to $10,720

Standout programs

Integrated Engineering: In this hybrid program, students study elements from three distinct engineering disciplines: mechanical, electrical and software engineering.
Sport Management: This program incorporates field placements and internships, preparing students for sports industry careers. Strong graduate ties create networking and employment opportunities.
Nursing: Classroom learning is integrated with clinical practice, hospital placements and work in the community. Facilities include simulation labs with programmed patient simulators that mimic realistic clinical and emergency situations.

Reputation

Ranked #12 (Comprehensive) among faculty members and hiring managers in the 2025 reputation survey, powered by Angus Reid Group.