University of Western Ontario

About Western

Western is one of Canada's oldest universities, having been founded in 1878 by Bishop Isaac Hellmuth and the Anglican Diocese of Huron as "The Western University of London Ontario". The first students graduated in arts and medicine in 1883. Today, The University of Western Ontario is a vibrant centre of learning with 1,164 faculty members and almost 29,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Through its 12 Faculties and Schools, and three affiliated Colleges, the University offers more than 60 different degree and diploma programs. In 2005, Western retained its position as third highest on the Maclean's University rankings in the Medical Doctoral category, cementing Western's place as one of the top universities in Canada.

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Research is an integral part of the University?s mission and external support for research projects totals nearly $190 million per year.

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