{"id":60704,"date":"2024-08-26T17:44:22","date_gmt":"2024-08-26T12:14:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/?p=60704"},"modified":"2024-08-26T17:44:22","modified_gmt":"2024-08-26T12:14:22","slug":"things-you-need-to-know-about-studying-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/things-you-need-to-know-about-studying-in-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Things You Need To Know About Studying in Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you planning to pursue your higher education in the Great White North, aka Canada? From housing some of the world\u2019s top universities<\/strong><\/a> to job opportunities, the country offers a unique and enriching study experience to learners worldwide. But before you pack your bags, you need to be familiar with the educational landscape. So here are eight things you need to know about studying in Canada to help you make an informed decision about relocating to the country for further studies. Read on to know more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Access To World-Class Education<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Education is one of the most obvious reasons students choose to study in Canada<\/strong><\/a>. With a global reputation for high-quality education<\/strong> and research, the country has 11 <\/strong>universities ranking among the world\u2019s top 200<\/strong> institutes, as seen in the table below. Apart from this, there are around 8000<\/strong> colleges and 16,000<\/strong> university programs that you can choose from to tailor your education according to your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

University<\/strong><\/td>Global Rank (QS World University Rankings 2025)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
University of Toronto<\/strong><\/a><\/td>25<\/td><\/tr>
McGill University<\/strong><\/a><\/td>29<\/td><\/tr>
University of British Columbia<\/strong><\/a><\/td>38<\/td><\/tr>
University of Alberta<\/strong><\/td>96<\/td><\/tr>
University of Waterloo<\/strong><\/a><\/td>115<\/td><\/tr>
Western University<\/strong><\/a><\/td>=120<\/td><\/tr>
Universit\u00e9 de Montr\u00e9al<\/strong><\/a><\/td>=159<\/td><\/tr>
McMaster University<\/strong><\/a><\/td>=176<\/td><\/tr>
University of Ottawa<\/strong><\/a><\/td>189<\/td><\/tr>
Queen’s University at Kingston<\/strong><\/a><\/td>193<\/td><\/tr>
University of Calgary<\/strong><\/a><\/td>=198<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Affordable Tuition Fee<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another one of the important things you need to know about studying in Canada is its affordability of education. Compared to countries like the US and the UK, the tuition fee can range anywhere from CAD 7,000 – 22,000 per year <\/strong>depending on the course and college you choose.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Scholarships and Financial Aid<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are numerous scholarships and financial aid that the country provides through its universities and government for international students to avail, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarship<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. CIHR Fellowship<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. IDRC Research Awards<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Mitacs Accelerate International<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Mitacs Elevate<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Mitacs Globalink Research Internship<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarships<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Part-Time Jobs During Studies<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Being a full-time international student, you can work in Canada alongside your studies. Students are allowed to work 20 hours per week<\/strong> off-campus and full-time during the semester breaks in between. The wages can vary with the city you live in, contributing to your monthly living costs in Canada.<\/strong><\/a> All you will need is to register for a Social Insurance Number (SIN) before you start work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Post-Study Work Permit<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    One of the crucial things you need to know about studying in Canada is the opportunity to gain valuable work experience after graduation. The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program<\/strong> (PGWP) allows international students to work in Canada<\/strong> for up to<\/strong> 3 years<\/strong> following their studies. This gives you a chance to apply your skills, explore career opportunities, and potentially secure permanent residency<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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