Draft:University Magazine

*University Magazine*
Editor	Anwar Abdi
Categories	Higher education
Frequency	Annual
Publisher	AMG Brands Network
First issue	20 June 2017
Country	Canada
Language	English
Website	www.universitymagazine.ca

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University Magazine is a Canadian digital magazine based in Edmonton, Alberta. The publication was founded in 2017 by University students Anwar Abdi as a resource for prospective and current university students. It offers news and advice on topics such as student life, finance, careers and majors.^[1] The site also publishes rankings of colleges and academic programs and has gained attention from higher education institutions for its guides.^[2]

History and mission

University Magazine was created in 2017 by a student and is produced by a team of college writers and editors.^[1]^[3] University news articles report that the founders intended to provide accessible information about student life, majors and career pathways.^[2]^[4] The magazine’s mission includes sharing tips on budgeting, internships, scholarship opportunities, health and dating for college audiences.^[1]

Coverage and content

University Magazine focuses on articles relevant to university students and applicants. Common topics include:

Student life: tips on living arrangements, wellness and social activities.^[4]
Financial advice: guidance on budgeting, financial aid and scholarships.^[4]
Academic choices: information about majors and career preparation.^[1]
Career development: advice on internships and employment opportunities.^[1]

Campus housing and amenities: coverage of dorm quality, safety features and student services.^[5]

Rankings

University Magazine publishes annual lists ranking colleges and academic programs. The magazine states that its methodology incorporates multiple factors, including academic reputation, graduate employability, learning experience, affordability, mental health support and sustainability practices.^[2] These lists are used by institutions in news releases to highlight their placement in categories such as internship programs, online education and engineering.^[2]^[4]

Reception and impact

University Magazine’s rankings and college guides have been referenced by multiple institutions. The University of Michigan-Flint noted that it was named the best online college in Michigan by University Magazine and described the publication as a Canadian online source dedicated to providing up-to-date information about college life.^[2] Elon University reported that University Magazine ranked its internship and co-op programs in the top ten, describing the magazine as a Canadian publication founded by a student.^[1] News releases from Baptist Health Sciences University and Slippery Rock University have also cited University Magazine’s rankings and described the magazine as a student-created publication offering advice on education, majors and careers.^[3]^[4]

References

1 2 3 4 5 6 Papandrea Taylor, Rosalee (5 February 2025). "Elon ranked Top 10 in nation for internship programs". Today at Elon. Elon University. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
1 2 3 4 5 McGrady, Logan (1 October 2025). "UM-Flint named best online college in Michigan by University Magazine". UM-Flint NOW. University of Michigan-Flint. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
1 2 "University Magazine Includes BHSU in Best College for the Money Rankings". Baptist Leader. Baptist Memorial Health Care. 7 September 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
1 2 3 4 5 Zackal, Justin (2 July 2025). "SRU named Best College for Petroleum Engineering". SRU News. Slippery Rock University. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
↑ "Website ranks FGCU student housing among the country's best". Fox 4 Now. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[Elon-1] 1 2 3 4 5 6 Papandrea Taylor, Rosalee (5 February 2025). "Elon ranked Top 10 in nation for internship programs". Today at Elon. Elon University. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[UM-Flint-2] 1 2 3 4 5 McGrady, Logan (1 October 2025). "UM-Flint named best online college in Michigan by University Magazine". UM-Flint NOW. University of Michigan-Flint. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[BHSU-3] 1 2 "University Magazine Includes BHSU in Best College for the Money Rankings". Baptist Leader. Baptist Memorial Health Care. 7 September 2023. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[SRU-4] 1 2 3 4 5 Zackal, Justin (2 July 2025). "SRU named Best College for Petroleum Engineering". SRU News. Slippery Rock University. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[Fox4-5] "Website ranks FGCU student housing among the country's best". Fox 4 Now. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

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