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Study in Canada

The Expenses For tuition fees depend on the type of qualification and institution opted. In order cover this, will need about between CAD 15,000 – CAD 40,000 a year.

Most common courses are  humanities education, and arts are a little cheaper, while courses such as medicine and engineering are likely to be more expensive.

 And wish to study at a postgraduate level, the tuition fee is typically higher, and the costs vary depending on the program.

As with most other countries, MBA programs are often the most expensive. The average cost for these programs ranges between CAD 30,000-45,000.

*Please note Below fee figures are indicative

S.No.

Study Program

Average annual fee

1

Undergraduate program

$12,000 to $22,000

2

Postgraduate master's degree

$67,000 to $28,000

3

Doctoral degree

$8,000 to $15,000

4

Masters of Business administration (MBA)

$30,000 to $45,000

You can apply to various Canadian scholarships as well to bring down your educational expenses.

Scholarships to study in Canada

Here are some popular government-funded scholarships available for Indian students to study in Canada:

S.No.

Study program

Average annual fee

1

Undergraduate program

$12,000 to $22,000

2

Postgraduate master's degree

$67,000 to $28,000

3

Doctoral degree

$8,000 to $15,000

4

Masters of Business administration (MBA)

$30,000 to $45,000

You can apply to various Canadian scholarships as well to bring down your educational expenses.

Scholarships to study in Canada

Here are some popular government-funded scholarships available for Indian students to study in Canada:

S.No.

Name of the scholarship

Description

1

Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute

Offers various fellowships at different levels from graduate to post-doctorate and from research to training fellowships

2

Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan

This scheme identifies students with high intellect from Commonwealth countries applying to programs of advanced study and research at the Master’s and Ph.D. level

3

Ontario Graduate Scholarship Program

This scholarship is for graduate students in a wide variety of disciplines.

4

National Research Council of Canada (NRCC)

5

Quebec Provincial Government Scholarship

This scholarship is for students studying in Quebec.

6

Ontario Trillium Scholarship

First announced in November 2010 for doctoral students from around the world to study in Ontario

5

Partnership Grants by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada

This scholarship is for Ph.D. candidates

8

Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships

This is offered by the Canadian government to international students to pursue postgraduate programs within natural science, social sciences, or healthcare research.

Canada scholarships for Indian students

Intakes in Canada

Unlike a single intake in Indian universities, Canadian colleges and universities offer three intakes. In some universities, intakes may also be referred to as a semester. The three intakes available in Canada are:

Fall:

A popular intake among Indian students, The Fall intake starts in the month of September

Winter:

Starts in January; it’s best if you miss the September intake

Summer:

Available for limited programs and colleges, the summer intake usually starts around April and May

Top courses to study in Canada

Here are the popular courses that you can choose for studying in Canada

Computer science
Business
Engineering
Health sciences
Information technology
Animation and gaming

Top universities to study in Canada

When deciding which university to study at, it is crucial that you also look at the world university rankings.

S.No.

Institution

QS Ranking 2023 (Globally)

QS Ranking 2022 (Globally)

1

University of Toronto

34
26

2

McGill University

31
27

3

University of British Columbia

47
46

4

University of Montreal

116
111

5

University of Alberta

110
126

6

McMaster University

152
140

7

University of Waterloo

154
149

8

Western University

172
170

9

University of Ottawa

237
230

10

University of Calgary

242
235

Job prospects in Canada

Canada, over the past few years, has seen an abundance of international students from around the world and has provided various work opportunities to both, students and working professionals. As per Forbes and US News released rankings, Canada is considered as the best country amongst G20 countries for establishing business operations. Moreover, it’s also predicted by The Economist Intelligence Unit, that the country will be ranked as the 3rd best country amongst G7 for doing business over the 5 years i.e., 2018 to 2022, which only implies that ample job opportunities await an international student during and after completion of their studies in the time to come.

Cost of living in Canada

Indeed, there exists a substantial difference between living in Canada and your home country. It is important to explore the Canadian lifestyle and cost of living of the place where you plan to stay. Quebec makes one of the most affordable Canadian cities with the cost of living far less compared to other cities.

Also, while applying for your student permit, you have to prove to the Canadian government that you have enough money to meet the financial expenses. So, keep that in mind!

When planning your budget, do include the following expenses:

  • Communication costs: Always set aside money in your budget for phone and data bills as you’d be calling your friends and family back home frequently. Look for low-cost calling plans as well as student discounts. The average monthly cost will be around CAD 20.
  • Textbooks and supplies: Buying textbooks can be costly. Books for engineering courses, for example, might cost anywhere between CAD 250 and CAD 350. The value of courses like law, medicine, and pharmacy can be even higher. You may keep this within your budget by buying used books, purchasing digital versions, or even enrolling in a library membership.

 

  • Personal expenses and incidentals: Laundry, toiletries, clothing, dining out, and so on will be part of your everyday spending. This is largely dependent on the type of lifestyle you select.

list of academic exams you may have to take in order to seek admission in a Canadian institution:

  • Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT)
  • Graduate Record Examinations (GRE)
  • Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
  • Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT)
  • Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)

Students work permit during studies in Canada?

Indian students are allowed to work for 20 hours per week during an ongoing session and full-time during vacations. You can also get up to three years of extension post completion of your studies depending on your program duration.

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