Geology programs in Ontario
38 programs across 13 campuses, with published admission ranges starting at 65%. Sorted by the range each one publishes, lowest first, so you can see where you land.
Programs
38
Campuses
13
Lowest range
65%
What this leads to
The picture for geology as of 2026-08-17, not a description of this particular program.
Mine geologists do core logging and ore grade estimation at mining sites. Exploration geologists search for new mineral deposits using field surveys and data analysis. Both roles often lead to senior positions managing geological programs or consulting for resource companies.
In its favour
- Jobs are hiring now in Canada's mining and environmental sectors, with fairly stable demand tied to resource extraction
- Field work is hands-on and real—you actually go to sites and see the geology you're studying
- You can specialize in different areas: mining, environmental, hydrogeology, or exploration
- Salaries start around $56K–$70K and reach $90K+ with experience, which is decent for Canada
Worth knowing
- Most jobs are in remote mining sites requiring rotational work schedules (two weeks in, two weeks out is common)
- Professional licensing is required—you need to register as a P.Geo (Professional Geologist) to advance, which takes extra time and exams after your degree
- Entry-level jobs can be limited in Ontario; you may need to move to BC, Alberta, or other mining regions to get work
- AI is automating repetitive tasks like core logging and sample selection that junior geologists traditionally did to build experience
How AI is changing this work
AI is automating the routine observation work—core logging, image analysis, and sample selection that used to train new geologists. But the shortage of geologists globally means those tasks still exist, and someone needs to interpret what the AI outputs. The real question is whether you want to be the person who learns geology by doing field work first, or whether you'll spend your early career managing AI tools instead of understanding rock in your hands.
Where this came from (6 sources)
- 1. $17-$107/hr Geology Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING) Mar 2026
- 2. 512 geology jobs in Canada, August 2026 | Glassdoor
- 3. $35K–$135K Geology Jobs in Canada, 11 May 2026 | Indeed
- 4. $56k-$112k Geology Canada Jobs (NOW HIRING) May 2026
- 5. 630 geology Jobs in Canada, June 2026 | Glassdoor
- 6. $56k-$112k Geologist Canada Jobs (NOW HIRING) Jun 2026
All 38 programs
- 65%AlgomaGeography (BA 3 year)
- 65%AlgomaGeography (BA 4 year)
- 70%LakeheadEarth Science (includes Environmental Science) (Thunder Bay)
- 70%LaurentianEarth Sciences
- 70%LakeheadEnvironmental Management (co-op available) (Thunder Bay)
- 70%WindsorEnvironmental Science/Environmental Studies
- 70%LakeheadForestry (co-op available) (Thunder Bay)
- 70–80%OttawaGéographie (4 ans)
- 70–80%OttawaGéographie physique et géomatique (4 ans – majeure)
- 70%LakeheadGeoarchaeology (Thunder Bay)
- 70–80%OttawaGeography (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 70%LakeheadGeography and the Environment (includes Environmental Science and Studies) (Thunder Bay and Orillia)
- 70%LakeheadGeology (Thunder Bay)
- 70–80%OttawaPhysical Geography and Geomatics (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 73–80%U of T (Mississauga)Chemical and Physical Sciences
- 73–77%BrockEarth Sciences
- 73–80%U of T (Scarborough)Physical & Environmental Sciences - Health Sciences Stream (regular and co-op)
- 73–80%U of T (Scarborough)Physical & Environmental Sciences (regular and co-op)
- 74–76%CarletonScience – Major (4 years)
- 75–80%OttawaGéologie (4 ans)
- 75–80%OttawaGéologie-physique (4 ans)
- 75–80%OttawaGéosciences environnementales (4 ans)
- 75%OttawaMusic and Geology (5-year double degree)
- 75%OttawaMusique et géologie (Double grade – 5 ans)
- 78%CarletonScience – Honours (4 years)
- 78%CarletonScience – Non-Honours (3 years)
- 80–87%Queen'sEarth and Environmental Science Pathway
- 80%OttawaEnvironmental Geoscience (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 80%OttawaEnvironmental Science (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 80–83%WaterlooEnvironmental Sciences (Regular/Co-op)
- 80%OttawaGeology (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 80%OttawaGeology-Physics (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 80–83%WaterlooPhysical Sciences (Regular/Co-op)
- 80–87%WesternScience
- 83–87%Queen'sConcurrent Education/Science
- 83–90%WaterlooGeological Engineering (Co-op Only)
- 83–90%U of T (St. George)Mathematical & Physical Sciences
- 87–90%Queen'sSmith Engineering – Common First Year programs
Other subjects
- Business Studies 203
- Interdisciplinary Studies 187
- Computer Science 135
- Education Studies 117
- Environmental Studies 116
- Psychology 109
- General or Integrated Engineering 104
- Law & Criminology 101
- Media and Communication Studies 98
- Economics 95
- Biological Sciences 92
- Others in Subjects Related to Medicine 92
Ranges are what universities publish, not guaranteed cutoffs. Work out your top 6 to see which of these you actually clear.