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Why study in Canada?

Education in Canada is under the complete jurisdiction of the provinces and territories (States) and as such, there is no Federal (Central) education system in Canada. In keeping with the national commitment to education, public education in Canada is free up to and including secondary school in all the provinces.

At the postsecondary level, institutions are divided into community colleges and universities. A significant number of university graduates attend college upon completion of their degree in order to acquire vocational skills for employment. Canada is a country in North America consisting of 10 provinces and 3 territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic to the Pacific and northward into the Arctic Ocean. At 9.98 million square kilometres in total, Canada is the world's second-largest country by total area and the fourth-largest country by land area. Its common border with the United States is the world's longest land border shared by the same two countries. Canada is a developed country and one of the wealthiest in the world, with the eighth highest per capita income globally, and the eleventh highest ranking in the Human Development Index. It ranks among the highest in international measurements of education, government transparency, civil liberties, quality of life, and economic freedom.

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Education System

Canada has one of the best and most respected education systems in the world. Every year, thousands of students from other countries pursue their educational goals in Canada. With new ways to gain valuable Canadian work experience during and after your studies, the advantages of studying in Canada are great. There are also permanent immigration options for international students who have graduated from post-secondary programs in Canada.

Canada’s education system is based on levels that start with elementary (kindergarten to grade 8), secondary (Grade 9-11 or 12) and then post secondary options (college to university).

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Intakes:

Most universities & colleges offer admission to international students during following months:

  • Fall Intake: From September to December or sometime early January.
  • Winter Intake: From January to May
  • Summer/Spring Intake: From May to August

Requirements:

Undergraduate studies:

  • First class in HSC
  • IELTS (6.0 / 6.5)
  • TOEFL (80 & Above)

Masters Studies:

  • First class in Bachelor’s (3 years in India)
  • Postgraduate certificate or Diploma
  • IELTS (6.5 / 7.0)/TOEFL (90 and above)

All students must be fluent in English if they are applying to Canadian Institutes. International students need to reach the required level of English language competence.

IELTS score in the range of:

  • 6.0/6.5for undergraduate students
  • 6.5/7for postgraduate students

TOEFL score in the range of:

  • 80 and above for undergraduate students
  • 90 and above for postgraduate students

Popular Universities:

  • University of Toronto
  • The University of British Columbia
  • McGill University
  • University of Alberta
  • Simon Fraser University
  • University of Calgary
  • York University
  • University of Victoria
  • University of Waterloo
  • Queen’s University

Education and living costs

Education Costs:

The average cost for a year’s fee can range from $5,000 to $18,000. Average academic tuition fees are as follows:

  • College: CDN $9,000 – CDN $12,000 (per year)
  • University Transfer Program (UTP): CDN $9,000 – CDN $12,000 (per year)
  • University Foundations Program: CDN $9,000 – CDN $11,000 (per year)
  • University: CDN $10,000 – CDN $16,000 (per year)
  • The tuition for English preparation (ESL) programs ranges between CDN $900 and CDN $1,200 per month, depending on the school and the level of intensity of study.

Living costs:

Average cost of living in Canada is around $10,000- $20000 per year and $800-$1000 per month. This amount includes food, accommodation, transportation, medical insurance, books, clothing and sundries.

Scholarships

Scholarship Opportunities

There are plenty of scholarships in Canada that are offered to students from all over the world. Scholarships in Canada can be classified into two major categories that are for 'Automatic Consideration' scholarships and 'Need to Apply' scholarships.

Scholarships in Canada are mostly

  • Academic scholarships
  • Athletic scholarships and
  • Scholarships for overseas or foreign students
FAQ'S

Frequently Asked Questions

While some top colleges do require IELTS, others accept TOEFL, Duolingo English test. And if you've already studied for four or more years in an English-medium school, you can study in Canada without IELTS, even at those universities which require it.

In Canada, there are three intake options: Fall: The Fall intake, which begins in September, is a popular choice among Indian students. Winter begins in January; it’s the best alternative if you miss the September intake. Summer: Available for limited programs and colleges.

Tuition prices vary by the University in Canada, but its estimate ranges from CAD 20,000 to CAD 30,000.

With the mix of high quality education, internship opportunities and liberal government policies on post-study jobs and immigration makes Canada the best deal for Indian students.

Your country, university, or workspace location, and your budget, is the major factors you should consider while selecting the best accommodation for you. Else, you can approach Videshwin for complete accommodation assistance abroad.

After receiving a post graduate work permit you can apply for PR in Canada. And it is most likely that the Canadian government will approve your PR request.
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