University of Guelph

Established in 1964, the University of Guelph is a medium-sized university located in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. While U of G offers degrees in many different disciplines, the university is best known for its focus on life sciences, based in part on a long-standing history of achievement in Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine.

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1964 - Guelph - Ontario - Canada - Agriculture - Veterinary Medicine

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The University of Guelph is frequently ranked by Maclean's magazine as the top comprehensive university in Canada ("comprehensive" indicating institutions with significant research activity and a range of programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including professional degrees). It held this ranking in 1999, 2002 and 2003, with its reputation, innovative research-intensive programs, and lively campus life cited as particular strengths.

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The university is also home to the Ontario Veterinary College, Ontario's only veterinary school.

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The university is represented in Canadian Interuniversity Sport by the Guelph Gryphons.

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Canadian Interuniversity Sport - Guelph Gryphons

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