Study in Canada

Study in Canada

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Why the Canada?Why theCanada?

From the University of Toronto to UBC, Canada offers globally ranked education, a bilingual cultural landscape, and the most straightforward immigration pathway of any top study destination.

3 Universities in the Global QS Top 50

University of Toronto (#25), McGill (#29) and UBC (#38) all rank in the world's top 50 (QS 2026).

Clearest Pathway to Permanent Residency

Canada's Express Entry and PNP programs offer a structured, merit-based route to PR - widely used by Indian graduates.

Work Up to 20 Hours During Term

Post-graduation work permit (PGWP) allows 1–3 years of open work authorisation after graduation.

30–50% Lower Fees Than the USA

Average master's tuition of CAD 16,000–28,000/year vs USD 30,000–55,000 in the USA.

India's #1 Destination Since 2023

Canada surpassed the UK and Australia to become the #1 study destination for Indian students in 2022.

Ranked #1 for Quality of Life (UN 2023)

Consistently voted one of the safest, most inclusive, and highest quality-of-life countries in the world.

Top Universities in CanadaTop Universitiesin Canada

University of Alberta (UOFA) campusRanking #96

Min. IELTS Required6.5

University of Waterloo campusRanking #115

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Canada

Min. IELTS Required6.5

Mcgill University campusRanking #30

Mcgill University

Montreal, Canada

Min. IELTS Required6.5

The University of British Columbia (UBC) campusRanking #38

Min. IELTS Required6.5

University of Toronto campusRanking #25

University of Toronto

Toronto, Canada

Min. IELTS Required6.5

Fanshawe College campus

Fanshawe College

London, Canada

Min. IELTS Required6.5

Top Courses to Study in CanadaTop Courses toStudy in Canada

Diploma 2D Animation and Visual Development at Capilano University

Capilano University

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Diploma 2D Animation and Visual Development

2 Years | Diploma

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MA Counselling and Psychotherapy at Thompson Rivers University

Thompson Rivers University

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MA Counselling and Psychotherapy

3 Years | Master's

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Bachelor Computing and Business at Brock University

Brock University

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Bachelor Computing and Business

4 Years | Bachelor's

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Master Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence at University of Guelph

University of Guelph

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Master Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence

1.5 Years | Master's

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Diploma Civil Engineering Technician at Seneca Polytechnic

Seneca Polytechnic

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Diploma Civil Engineering Technician

2 Years | Diploma

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Master Agricultural, Food, and Nutritional Science at University of Alberta (UOFA)

University of Alberta (UOFA)

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Master Agricultural, Food, and Nutritional Science

2 Years | Master's

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Intakes in Canada 2026-27Intakes inCanada 2026-27

Canadian universities offer intakes in September (Fall), January (Winter), and May (Summer), with Fall being the primary intake.

Fall Intake

September - October 2026

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Winter Intake

January - February 2027

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Fall Intake

September - October 2027

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Cost of Studying in Canada

Tuition fees and living costs vary by institution, location, and program. Use this as a planning guide.

Program Level

Foundation / DiplomaCAD 10,000 - 18,000
Undergraduate (Bachelor's)CAD 18,000 - 38,000
Postgraduate (Master's)CAD 16,000 - 28,000
MBACAD 30,000 - 80,000
PhD / DoctoralCAD 7,000 - 15,000 (many funded)

* Figures are indicative. PhD programs at most Canadian universities include tuition waivers and stipends.

Average Monthly Living Costs

TorontoCAD 1,800 - 2,800 / month
VancouverCAD 1,900 - 2,900 / month
MontrealCAD 1,300 - 2,000 / month
OttawaCAD 1,400 - 2,100 / month
CalgaryCAD 1,500 - 2,200 / month
EdmontonCAD 1,300 - 1,900 / month

Cost Of Living

Living costs vary across Canada – Toronto and Vancouver are expensive, while Halifax, Edmonton, and Quebec City are more affordable. Strong part-time work rights and minimum wages (CAD 15–17/hour) help offset expenses.

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Scholarships to Study

Canada offers a wide range of scholarships from the federal government, provincial governments, and individual universities. Here are the most popular scholarships for international students studying in Canada.

CAD $50,000/yr for 3 years

Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships

Doctoral students at Canadian universities in health/natural/social sciences or engineering

CAD $70,000/yr for 2 years

Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships

Postdoctoral researchers in health, natural/social sciences or engineering

CAD $15,000/yr

Ontario Graduate Scholarships

Full-time graduate students at Ontario universities

CAD $3,000–$12,000

McGill University Entrance Scholarships for International Students

High-achieving international undergraduate students

Popular cities in CanadaPopular citiesin Canada

Toronto

7+ Universities | 313+ Courses

Vancouver

300+ Courses

Montreal

7+ Universities | 600+ Courses

Calgary

250+ Courses

Ottawa

350+ Courses

Winnipeg

400+ Courses

How to get your Canada Student Visa

A step-by-step guide to the Canadian Study Permit for international students.

01

Receive University Acceptance Letter

Get an acceptance letter from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) in Canada.

02

Gather Required Documents

Prepare passport, acceptance letter, proof of funds, passport photos, Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) or Territorial Attestation Letter (TAL) and other supporting documents. Master's and Doctoral students at public DLIs are exempt from PAL/TAL requirement (effective January 1, 2026).

03

Apply Online for Study Permit

Submit your application through the IRCC portal and pay the CAD 150 application fee.

04

Provide Biometrics

Visit a Visa Application Centre (VAC) in India to submit fingerprints and photograph (if required by country).

05

Await Permit Decision

Processing typically takes 8–12 weeks for regular applications. You may be asked for additional documents or an interview.

06

Travel to Canada

You can enter Canada before your program start date with your study permit approval letter.

155,000

Visa Success Rate

CAD 150

Visa Application Fee

8-12 Wks

Average Processing Time

3 Yrs PGWP

Graduate Route (PSW) Visa


Required Documents

Copy of a valid passport

Academic Transcripts

ACT/SAT/LSAT for UG programs

GMAT/GRE scores for PG programs

English proficiency scores (TOEFL/IELTS)

Letters of Recommendation

CV/Resume/ Essays

Statement of Purpose (SOP)

Evidence of funds

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFrequentlyAsked Questions

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Tuition fees for international students range from CAD 18,000 to CAD 38,000 per year for undergraduate programs and CAD 16,000 to CAD 28,000 per year for postgraduate programs. MBA programs can cost CAD 30,000–80,000. Living costs add approximately CAD 15,000–24,000 per year depending on the city.

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