Cost of Studying in Canada 2023 - Best Study Abroad Destination

Canada is one of the best choices among international students to pursue higher education. The ample amount of research opportunities and post-study work permits are the core reasons that international students choose to study in Canada. Generally, Canadian universities offer three intakes for international students, i.e., January, May, and September. Regarding the quality of education, Canada is considered the most affordable study-abroad destination. The cost of studying in Canada is more affordable than in other popular study-abroad destinations like the UK, US, and Australia. In this blog, let's explore the cost of studying in Canada.

The quality of education that Canadian Universities offer exceeds the tuition fee they charge to international students. The cost of studying in Canada is mentioned below.

Fees for English Proficiency Exam

In order to study in Canada, students have to appear for any one of the English proficiency exams which their preferred university or college accepts. The list of various English proficiency exams and their cost are mentioned below.

Application Fee

While making an application to Canadian University or college, internationals have to pay an application fee. The Average application charge for Canadian universities or colleges is about 100 CAD. Whereas there are very few universities which do not charge an application fee. While some universities may charge a very less amount. Generally, the application fee is compulsory to pay in Canada and is non-refundable.

Tuition Fee

The tuition fee charged by Universities for international students depends upon the course and type of programme. For example, the tuition fee for art and design related courses is comparatively more than any other courses. If the student is applying to some top universities in Canada, then they might have to pay higher for the same course than any other average university.

For Undergraduate

In Canada, international students have three options at the undergraduate level, i.e., Diploma, Advance Diploma, and Degree. The diploma course in Canada is 1 or 2 years, the advanced diploma is 3 years, and the degree programme is 4 years. The tuition fee charged for different types of undergraduate-level programmes is mentioned below.

Graduate

There are two types of programmes available at the graduate level in Canada, i.e., PG Diploma and Master's Degree. The PG Diploma course in Canada is of 1 year or 2 years, and the masters are of 2 years. To enrol for the master's degree programme in Canada, students must have a bachelor's Degree of minimum 4 years. The tuition fee charged for different types of graduate-level programmes are mentioned below.

International students must pay the visa application fee to apply for a Canadian student visa. The visa application fee includes 85 CAD for biometrics and 150 CAD as service charges, so the total fee is 235 CAD. Moreover, students also have to pay for medical check-ups, which is required for a Canadian visa. The medical check-up for Canadian visa costs around 5,000 INR to 6,000 INR.

International students have the opportunity to take benefit of scholarships in Canada. The various scholarships, bursaries, and fellowships available in Canada help international students to reduce their cost of studying and manage their funds. Three types of scholarships are available in Canada: Government-funded, Non-government funded, and university-based. Some of the best scholarships available in Canada for international students are:

• Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships (Government funded)

• Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships Program (Government funded)

• Ontario Trillium Scholarship (Government funded)

• Anne Vallee Ecological Fund (Non- Government funded)

• Surfshark Privacy and Security Scholarship (Non- Government funded)

• Trudeau Scholarships and Fellowships (Non- Government funded)

• University of Calgary International Scholarships (University-based scholarship)

• UBC International Leader of Tomorrow Award (University-based scholarship)

• Western University Scholarship (University-based scholarship)

• McGill University Scholarships and Student Aid (University-based scholarship)

Canada is home to people from multiple backgrounds and religions. International students get a great opportunity to explore diverse cultures while studying in Canada. Also, it is one of the safest and most welcoming countries, where internationals can enjoy a high standard of living.

If we talk about living expenses in Canada, international students have to pay the GIC of 10,000 CAD for the first year of living expenses in Canada. The amount of GIC is being transferred from an Indian bank account to an international student bank account. After the students reach to Canada, they'll get the amount of CGI every month in the form of pocket money. During the first month, students will get 2,000 CAD; for the rest of the 11 months, they'll get around 727 CAD every month as pocket money.

Moreover, during the rest of the year, international students will have an average cost of living in Canada of about 10,000 CAD, including accommodation, food, transportation, and other miscellaneous expenses. 

A Canadian student visa allows international students to work part-time for up to 20 hrs per week. Students can easily earn extra money for their living costs through part-time jobs. International students earn an average of 15 CAD to 25 CAD per hour through part-time jobs. Students can opt for part-time jobs according to their interests and skills. Some of the part-time job options in Canada is are:

• Cashier in Super Markets,

• Baby sitter,

• Adult caretaker,

• Waiter in bars or restaurants,

• Personal tutor,

• Freelancer,

• Dog walker,

• Sales assistant, etc.

Canada is home to some of the world's top research-intensive universities that offer high-quality education and various research opportunities. Some of the most affordable universities in Canada are:

• UCW (University Canada West)

• CBU (Cape Breton University)

• Thomas University

• University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC)

• Nipissing University

• Acadia University

• Trent University

• Mount Saint Vincent

Q: Which course is best to settle in Canada?
A: Some of the best courses to get the Canadian PR are Business and Management, Computer Science, Finance and Economics, Engineering, Medicine and Healthcare, and IT.

Q: How much does it cost to study in Canada for international students?
A: The cost of studying in Canada varies from 15,000 CAD to 30,000 CAD, depending upon the course and type of programme you choose.

Q: How much money is required for a student visa in Canada?
A: The application fee for a Canadian student visa is 235 CAD. Students also have to pay for medical check-ups, which cost around 5,000 INR.

Q: Which job is highly demanded in Canada?
A: Jobs in the healthcare sector, technology, and science fields are highly demanded in Canada.

Q: Is it cheap to study in Canada?
A: Compared to other study-abroad destinations, Canada is affordable for higher education. The quality of education in Canada exceeds the cost of studying.

Moreover, students who wish to study in Canada may contact our expert counsellors at any branch of Meridean Overseas Education Consultants (MOEC). You can also take free online counselling through our website. Our counsellors will provide you with support for the admission and visa process. For more information or any queries, you can mail us at application02@meriodean.org or call us at our toll-free no. 1800-1230-00011.