International Development programs in Ontario
48 programs across 17 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
48
Campuses
17
Lowest range
65%
What this leads to
The picture for international development as of 2026-08-17, not a description of this particular program.
Most graduates work as Program Officers or Project Coordinators at NGOs like World Vision and Habitat for Humanity, managing field programs, tracking outcomes, and coordinating with local partners. Others become Policy Analysts or Research Associates at government agencies like Global Affairs Canada or Export Development Canada, conducting development research and informing foreign aid decisions.
In its favour
- Entry-level positions start around $80K–$95K, with mid-level roles reaching $96K–$128K—solid pay for a bachelor's degree
- You can work abroad with established organizations like IDRC and major NGOs, gaining real international experience early in your career
- Government positions at Global Affairs Canada and EDC offer stable employment with hybrid work arrangements and relocation support
Worth knowing
- Finding work after graduation is genuinely difficult due to ongoing government and NGO budget cuts
- Proposal writing and grant reporting—core tasks for many junior development roles—are being automated by AI tools like ChatGPT, shrinking some entry-level positions
- Data management and administrative work are becoming increasingly automated; employers want staff who can use AI tools, not just perform the work manually
- Many positions require 2+ years of prior experience for entry-level roles, meaning internships and volunteer work during your degree are almost mandatory
How AI is changing this work
Large NGOs are already using AI for predictive analytics, resource allocation, and real-time decision-making—this is expanding the strategic side of the work. However, routine writing, compliance checking, and data entry are being automated at scale. The field is not disappearing, but the actual jobs available are shifting: fewer junior administrative roles, more demand for people who can manage AI-powered systems, interpret data, and handle work that requires human judgment and cultural sensitivity. Your degree alone will not be enough; you'll need real experience during school and skills to work alongside AI tools from day one.
Where this came from (6 sources)
- 1. Urgent! Canadian international development agency jobs - August 2026 (with Salaries!) - Jooble
- 2. 41 international development jobs in Toronto, ON, May 2026 | Glassdoor
- 3. Discover 200 International Development Jobs and Work Opportunities | Indeed
- 4. Jobs in Canada — DevelopmentAid
- 5. International Development Jobs in Canada | Devex
- 6. Getting involved in international development
All 48 programs
- 65%AlgomaCommunity Development (BA 3 year)
- 65%AlgomaCommunity Economic and Social Development (BA 3 year)
- 65%AlgomaCommunity Economic and Social Development (BA 4 year)
- 65%AlgomaCommunity Economic and Social Development (Brampton) (BA 3 year)
- 65%AlgomaCommunity Economic and Social Development (Brampton) (BA 4 year)
- 70%Saint PaulÉtudes de Conflits (Baccalauréat ès arts spécialisé) (4 ans)
- 70–80%OttawaÉtudes internationales et langues modernes (4 ans)
- 70%Saint PaulBaccalauréat ès arts spécialisé avec majeure en foi, éthique et justice (4 ans)
- 70–80%OttawaDéveloppement international et mondialisation (4 ans)
- 70%WindsorDisability Studies
- 70%UOFEconomy and Social Innovation (Hon)
- 70%TrentGlobal Development Studies
- 70%TrentGlobal Development Studies and Business
- 70%Saint PaulInnovation sociale (certificat, temps partiel seulement) (1 an)
- 70–80%OttawaInternational Development and Globalization (4 years) (French Immersion Stream is available)
- 70%WindsorInternational Relations
- 70–73%Ontario TechPolitical Science
- 70–80%WindsorPolitical Science
- 70–77%York (Glendon)Political Science (BA, iBA)
- 70%WindsorPsychology
- 70%UOFUrban environments (Hon)
- 73–80%YorkCities, Regions, Planning (BES - Co-op available)
- 73–80%YorkGlobal Health (BA, Co-op available)
- 73–77%YorkGlobal Health (BSc, Co-op available)
- 73–77%YorkInternational Development Studies (BA- Co-op available)
- 73–80%York (Glendon)International Studies (BA, iBA)
- 73–77%BrockPolitical Science
- 74–80%GuelphChild Studies (BAS)
- 74–80%GuelphFamily Studies and Human Development (BASc)
- 75%CarletonEconomics
- 75%CarletonGlobal and International Studies
- 75–80%GuelphInternational Development Studies (BA) (Dual Credential Option)
- 77–80%Laurier (Waterloo)Arts Degree (BA) + Master's Degree (MA or MSc), University of Sussex
- 77–80%Laurier (Brantford)Human Rights (BA) + International Development and Global Issues (MA or MSc), University of Sussex
- 77–83%U of T (Scarborough)Psychology & Health Studies - Health Sciences Stream (regular and co-op)
- 77–83%U of T (Scarborough)Psychology & Health Studies (regular and co-op)
- 80–83%BrockBusiness Administration
- 80%CarletonCommerce
- 80%CarletonInternational Business
- 80–83%U of T (Scarborough)International Development Studies (BA or BSc) (Co-op)
- 80%TrentLaw (LL.B.) Global Development Studies (BA): Trent/Swansea Dual Degree
- 80%WindsorPsychology (with Co-op)
- 80–82%CarletonPublic Affairs and Policy Management
- 80–87%McMasterSocial Sciences I
- 83–90%U of T (Scarborough)Management & International Business (Co-op Only)
- 83–90%HuronSocial Science
- 87–90%BrockBusiness Administration Co-op International Dual Degree
- —TrentGlobal Development Studies (Honours Arts) – Co-op
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.