WHY CANADA

Canadian universities are amongthe top notch international ranking universities that maintain academic excellence of high order with tuition fees being the least in English-speaking countries

Canada has been ranked as the best liveable place for students. The country offers Permanent Residency options for international students who choose to work after graduating.

Canada is well-known for its mixed-culture. People in urban areas speak close to a hundred languages.

Students in Canada can choose from a wide range of Canadian Universities that have diversity and qualitative education. Thestudy programmes they offer include; certificates, diplomas, associate degrees, degrees, masters, doctorate, etc.)

By subsidising the fees, the Govt. of Canada has made concrete efforts to make education in Canada competitive and affordable for almost anyone. Tuition fees in Canada are way lower than the countries like UK, US and Australia.

Thanks to the country’s world class education systems, with productive study courses in almost every sector, Canadian University Qualifications and Skills are in hot demand everywhere in the world by the employers.

Canada has been very much welcoming and encouraging to international students as it increases its Student-intake every year.

FACT FILE

  • Capital: Ottawa
  • Population: Over 34 million
  • National Animal: Beaver
  • National Song: “O’Canada”
  • Languages: English and French
  • Religion: Roman Catholic and Protestant
  • Size: 3,988,244 square miles (10,369,434 square kilometers)
  • Flag: Canada’s flag is red. In the middle of the flag is a white square.
  • Crops: Wheat, Lumber and Canola oil
  • Currency: The unit of currency in Canada is the Canadian dollar.
  • Immigrants make up to 60% of Canada’s total population growth.
  • Internationally recognized credits, diplomas and degrees.
  • Canada ranks 7th among the most popular travel destinations in the world

SYSTEM OF EDUCATION

Education in Canada differs considerably from province to province, as per the Law of Canada. Thus, every province is responsible to ensure the best possible education to the students.

Universities offer programs that range from fine art, biology and commerce to astronomy, media studies and religion.Currently, there are more than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate degree programs offered in Canada, as well as professional degree programs and certificates

Post-Secondary Education is available in both government-supported and private institutions, which offer degrees, diplomas, certificates, and attestations depending on the nature of the institution and the length of the program. The postsecondary environment has evolved during the past few years, as universities are no longer the only degree-granting institutions in some jurisdictions. A recognized postsecondary institution is a private or public institution that has been given full authority to grant degrees, diplomas, and other credentials by a public or private act of the provincial or territorial legislature or through a government-mandated quality assurance mechanism.

Canada has 163 recognized public and private universities and 183 recognized public colleges and institutes, including those granting applied and bachelor’s degrees. In addition to the recognized institutions, there are 68 university-level institutions and 51 college-level ones operating as authorized institutions, at which only selected programs are approved under provincially established quality assurance programs.

ADMISSION ELIGIBILITY

  • MastersDegree:Atleast 70% or more in Bachelors Degree. The degree should preferably be of 4 years
  • Bachelors Degree: Minimum 70 % or above in Secondary and higher secondary education
  • Under Graduate Diploma: 55 % aggregate or above in higher Secondary
  • Post Graduate Diploma: 55% aggregate or above in Bachelor’s Degree

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

  • IELTS is a pre-requisite to seek admission in Canada for College/University level. The score ranges from atleast 6 bands to 7 Bands as per the level of University/College
  • SAT may be demanded by a handful of universities.
  • GRE qualification is optional, though a good GRE score may prove handy to get admission in a good university, sometimes.
  • GMAT is a must for admission to some Business Schools but not for all.

VISA PROCESS

The only way to apply for a Canadian Student Visa is thru VFS Services. The Canadian High Commission entertains no other medium for accepting visa applications.

Once the visa application file is lodged along with the prescribed visa fee and other relevant documents, the decision is given by the Canadian High Commission within a specific time frame. A potential student who is willing to study in Canada must convince the High commission that they will not overstay the stipulated period of their study program and they will get back to their home country upon completion of their course and also financially they’re sound enough to meet their educational or living expenses in Canada. A student is required to undergo a medical test to establish his good health. A student must not have indulged in unlawful practices and thus be willing to work/study/stay in Canada within the law in principle.

HOUSING AND ACCOMODATION

1. COLLEGE PROVIDED ACCOMMODATION

Homestays

Many Canadian families welcome international students. This may be an effective way for you to improve your English or French, learn about daily life in Canada, and meet new, friendly people. These families offer Meals and a private, furnished room, Average cost: $400 – $800 CDN per month.

Residence/Dormitory

Many schools have accommodation conveniently located on or near their campus. Rooms can vary in size and in quality, and many dormitories have shared kitchens, toilets, showers and laundry facilities. There is usually an option of having either a shared or private room, and dormitories are usually separated by gender. Most dormitories come furnished, and are an ideal way to become involved in campus activities and meet other students.

Average cost: $3,000 – $7,500 CDN per school year.

2. OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING

Renting

Renting is an option open to students, but price, quality and availability vary greatly. Rents are often quite high in the major cities, and places are not always available. Many students share accommodation to keep costs down and usually find places to meet their needs and preferences.

Listings of available apartments or homes are published in local newspapers. It is the responsibility of the student to determine suitability.

Average cost: $250 – $700 CDN monthly.