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UNIVERSITY | THE 2018 | QS 2018 | US WORLD 2018 |
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Western University - [UWO] | 190 | 210 | 267 |
University of Toronto - [UofT] | 22 | 28 | 20 |
University of British Columbia - [UBC] | 37 | 51 | .... |
McGill University | 42 | 32 | 44 |
University of Montreal - [UofM] | 85 | 120 | 125 |
University of Alberta - [UofA] | 111 | 85 | 125 |
McMaster University | 75 | 135 | 125 |
University of Calgary | 195 | 225 | 175 |
University of Waterloo - [UW] | 200-240 | 150 | 220 |
Dalhousie University - [Dal] | 240-290 | 270 | 320 |
Over the past decade, foreign students have been flocking to Canada, especially from Asian countries like India and China. The reasons for this are manifold, primary being, easy visa policy, cost effective- quality education and plenty of job opportunities for natives and immigrants alike
Acceptance Rate | 60.50% |
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Total number of Universities | 96 |
Average Tuition Cost | $38,000- $39,000 |
International students must obtain study permit to remain and study in Canada for more than 6 months’ duration.
Application for Canada Student Visa can be made in online and offline mode via:
Status | Amount (USD) |
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Study permit | $116.19 |
Restoring status as student | $271.11 |
Biometrics per person | $65.84 |
Apply for study permit at least 3 months before moving to Canada. Following documents will be required to obtain the permit:
If you are accepted at a Quebec based institution, produce the following documents additionally:
Canada study permit takes 6 weeks’ time for processing. However, with the introduction of SDS, students from China, India, Vietnam and Philippines can get their visa within 45 days.
Studying and living in Canada may cost up to $38,000- $39,000 per year for an international student.
The average tuition fee for students enrolled in MBA, MS or medicine courses is as follows:
Country | Level | Cost (USD) |
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Canada | Undergraduate | $7,700- $23,200 |
Canada | Graduate | $11,600- $27,000 |
USA | Undergraduate | $7700- $27,000 |
USA | Graduate | $15,500- $46,500 |
UK | Undergraduate | $11,000- $20,000 |
UK | Graduate | $13,600- $27,800 |
Expenses | (USD) |
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Accommodation | $3000- $7500 |
Laptop | $1,200 – $2,000 |
Textbooks | $2,000 |
Food | $4,000 – $5,500 |
Food | $4,000 – $5,500 |
Personal Expenses | $2,000 |
Public transportation | $1,300 |
Utilities | $1,200 |
Health Insurance | $450 – $750 |
Education in Canada is cheaper and recognized globally. 3 universities in Canada are ranked among the top 100s according to QS World Rankings, Times Higher Education Rankings and ARWU (Shanghai) Rankings.
The most popular courses opted by international students in Canada are in the field of:
Subject | University | Subject Ranking |
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Registered Nursing | University of Toronto | 2 |
Registered Nursing | University of Alberta | 17 |
Registered Nursing | McMaster University | 19 |
Registered Nursing | University of British Columbia | 20 |
Registered Nursing | McGill University | 37 |
Dental Surgery | University of British Columbia | 20 |
Dental Surgery | University of Toronto | 40 |
Civil Engineering | University of Toronto | 33 |
Civil Engineering | University of British Columbia | 37 |
To reduce financial burden, students can apply for scholarship programs initiated by Government of Canada.
Name of the Scholarship | For | Amount | Application | Date |
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Banting Post Doctoral Fellowships | Canadian and Foreign citizens | $54,219 per year (taxable) | Registration at Canadian Common CV and ResearchNet Account | April- September |
Canada-CARICOM Leadership Scholarships Program | Students from Caribbean Countries pursuing undergraduate and graduate programs | 4 months: $5,576 5-6 months:$7,513 8 months: $11,386 | Canadian institutes register at ‘International Scholarships Canada Application Tool’ for eligible students | April |
Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) | students from ASEAN countries | 5-6 months: $8,675 8 months: $11,153 | Scholarships Canada Application Tool’ for eligible students | |
Queen’s University International Scholarships | For international students with higher academic grades | $6,969 | No application Required |
Jobs in Canada are available for students of all the levels, graduates and professionals alike. At present the top recruiters in Canada are from the following sectors:
Field | Job Available | Salary (p/a) |
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Management | Recruitment Professional Specialized | $62,932 |
Management | Statistician and Actuaries | $69,404 |
Management | Senior Business Manager | $75,241 |
Engineering | Chemical Engineer | $65840 |
Engineering | Mechanical Engineer | $61,967 |
Engineering | Environmental Engineer | $80348 |
Medicine | Pharmacist | $77,465 |
Medicine | Dentist | $99,148 |
Medicine | Veterinarians | $77,465 |
The Canadian universities with highest employability rate are:
Migrating to Canada become easy after obtaining a degree from Canadian university. Canadian government has many programs dedicated to the transition of an international student into a permanent resident.
For recent graduates, Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) is open to gain some working experience within the Canadian industry.
Some of the other offers for international students include: