Quality education, diverse cities, and post-study opportunities.
Canada is a top destination for international students, offering quality education, safe cities, and one of the world's most generous post-graduation work permit programs.
U15 research universities and respected colleges nationwide.
Post-Graduation Work Permit up to 3 years after studies.
Consistently ranked among the world's most liveable countries.
Study in English, French, or both in Quebec and beyond.
Large international student communities in every province.
From vibrant cities to mountains and coastlines.
Canadian colleges and universities emphasize applied learning, co-op programs, and research innovation.
Requirements
Timeline
September intake; January intake at some schools.
Receive conditional or firm offer.
Apply with letter of acceptance and proof of funds.
LetsTern verifies your institution is a DLI and helps with Provincial Attestation Letter requirements.
International tuition
CAD 20,000 – 40,000
per year
Master's programs
CAD 18,000 – 35,000
per year
2–3 year programs
CAD 15,000 – 25,000
per year
SDS Stream (if eligible)
Regular Stream
Demonstrate financial capacity:
Vanier CGS, university entrance awards, and provincial scholarships.
Dalhousie provides over 2,000 entrance awards based on academic merit, leadership, extracurricular activities, and need through a general application process. Specific named awards offer larger, often faculty- or nationality-based support.
View scholarship →o International English Entrance Scholarship: Merit-based tuition relief offered to eligible international students from Africa, India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, or Vietnam. o International English Excellence Scholarship: Higher-tier reward for students from those countries plus China and South Korea with admission averages ≥90%. o No separate application; applied automatically. Targeted reduction makes UOttawa significantly more accessible.
View scholarship →A prestigious scholarship recognizing outstanding academic achievement and accomplishments of incoming international students. Limited to two recipients per year. The award is renewable annually for all four years of the undergraduate program, subject to GPA and full-time enrolment requirements.
View scholarship →• One-Year Entrance Scholarships: Merit-only awards; no application needed; value CAD 3,000 for one year • Major Entrance Scholarships: Higher-value, renewable awards (up to CAD 12,000/year); require separate application and submitted references • Scholarship offers are standalone; recipients won't receive combined awards from McGill central office
View scholarship →The University of Alberta offers a wide range of scholarships for international students at undergraduate and graduate levels. These scholarships recognize academic excellence, leadership qualities, and community engagement. • Entrance Scholarships are automatically considered upon admission. • Country-Specific Scholarships are available for applicants from certain regions. • Gold Standard Scholarship: Awarded to top 5% of students in their faculty. • Graduate Scholarships: Includes research assistantships, teaching assistantships, and specific fellowships for master’s and PhD students. The program aims to make UAlberta a global hub for talent by attracting outstanding students from around the world.
View scholarship →York honors academically strong international applicants with entrance scholarships based on final admission average. These awards are applied automatically—no extra application is needed. They're renewable if students maintain at least a B+ GPA (7.5/10) and complete 24 credits per year.
View scholarship →International students need a study permit and may require a TRV or eTA depending on nationality.
From a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
PAL required for most new study permit applications.
GIC (SDS) or bank statements showing required amount.
Apply via IRCC portal with biometrics.
Study permit issued at border or POE; maintain full-time status.
Study permit holders may work up to 24 hours per week off-campus during academic sessions.
| Role | Hourly (CAD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Food service | CAD 16 – 20 | Minimum wage varies by province |
| Retail | CAD 16 – 19 | Ontario min. CAD 17.20/hr (2024) |
| Campus jobs | CAD 17 – 22 | Library, IT, research assistant |
| Co-op placements | CAD 18 – 35 | Paid terms in degree programs |
Toronto and Vancouver are most expensive; prairie and Atlantic cities offer lower costs.
Select a city
Typical student budget (excluding tuition)
Estimated total: CAD 1,600 – 2,300 / month
Canada's immigration system favours international graduates with Canadian credentials.
