Canada is one of the most sought after study abroad destinations for international students. They prefer to study in Canada after class 12, graduation or post-graduation for which the country offers programs at the following levels of study.
As a student living away from home, various expenses need to be considered besides the tuition fee.
The tuition fee varies from course to course and from one academic institute to another. The fee range for programs for various levels is discussed as under.
Degree | Tuition Fee |
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Bachelors | CAD 11,000- CAD 40,000 per year |
Undergraduate / Postgraduate Diploma | CAD 10,000- CAD 22,000 |
Masters | CAD 12,000- CAD 40,000 per year |
Costs additional to tuition fee include:course and from one academic institute to another. The fee range for programs for various levels is discussed as under.
Type of Expense | Price |
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Housing (on-campus accommodation/hostels) | CAD 500- 800 (monthly) |
Rented Apartment (inclusive of Wi-Fi, electricity bills, etc.) | CAD 500 - CAD 800 (monthly) |
Living Expenses | CAD 1,000 - CAD 1,250 |
Transportation | CAD 100 - CAD 120 (monthly) |
Student Visa | CAD 150 (one-time fee) |
Insurance | CAD 400 - CAD 800 (yearly) |
Top colleges and universities in Canada offer scholarships, grants, and bursaries to help international students bag the best of educational opportunities in Canada.
For which students need to fulfil a specified merit criteria such as a score of more than 85% in class 12 or bachelors, and a minimum required band score in their IELTS exam.
For which international students need to fulfil all entry requirements of the college or university satisfactorily to avail that particular scholarship.
The availability of jobs and the allowance of hours to work while studying in Canada is one of the biggest advantages of choosing this country as a study destination. International students are allowed to work for up to 20 hours per week and full-time during scheduled breaks.
International students enrolled in a full-time course at a Designated Learning Institution (DLI) can work off-campus without a work permit. The only prerequisite is that they should have a valid study permit.
Some of the top part-time jobs available for international students are
Type of Part-time Job | Hourly pay |
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Rideshare driver | $15-$30 |
Translator | $14- $55 |
Waiter | Minimum $ 20 tips |
Content editor | $40-$60 |
Night auditor | Minimum $ 29 |
Salesperson | $12- $50 |
Dog Walker | $15-$20 |
Teacher’s assistant | $15-$30 |