A comprehensive guide for students studying in Canada.
This blog is a thorough guide for all Indian students who wish to study in Canada.
Canada, which is high in the quality of academics with not much tuition fee, makes it a perfect study destination. According to a survey, there were more than 70,000 international students studying in Canada until August 2019, which in itself showcases the popularity of Canada in terms of a studying destination.
The University of Canada makes a happy environment for the students to avoid homesickness of students. Students can earn some international work experience and then apply for permanent residency in Canada. Study in Canada is more affordable than in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Expenses involved in studying in Canada
Studying abroad can prove to be an extremely costly affair. But, fortunately, Canada is one such place that assures you with a quality education that too at a really affordable tuition fee.
But before shifting to Canada, make sure you take into consideration various other expenses that are involved in such a shift. To consider the amounts that would go in accommodation, food, health facilities and traveling charge beforehand will definitely prove to be a judicious idea and will also help you to manage your budget efficiently.
TUITION FEE
While shifting to Canada, the tuition fee is the prime expenditure. The cost of studying depends mainly on the type of course and Institution you opt for. For this, you will need around CAD 13000 to CAD 35,000.
Courses in the field of humanities, education, and arts are less costly as compared to the courses in the fields of medicine and engineering. Also, the post graduate courses to involve a higher cost. Like in most of the countries, the fees of an MBA are high and for this, one would need Around 30,000-42,000 CAD.
| S.no. | Type of courses | Avg. annual fee (in CAD*) |
| 1 | Undergraduate Course | Around $13,000 to $20,000 per year |
| 2 | Postgraduate master’s degree | Around $17,000 to $25,000 per year |
| 3 | Doctoral degree | Around $7,000 to $15,000 per year |
| 4 | MBA | Around $30,000 to $40,000 per year |
COST INVOLVED IN ACCOMMODATION
When you choose to study in Canada, looking for the money that you will need for accommodation is a must. The universities in Canada generally provide on-campus accommodation to international students. For this, you will need around 8,000 CAD – 10,000 CAD (annually). Also, you can choose to live off-campus in shared apartments where you can share your apartment with other Indian students. This would involve an expense of around CAD400-CAD 700 per month. This also depends on the location you choose and the time of the city. The rentals also differ from city to city.
Other than these two options, you can also choose a homestay where you can stay with the host family and learn more about Canadian culture. This will involve around CAD 200 as the placement fee and around CAD 750 to CAD 950 for the room and the meals. In this case, you can also participate in the local activities with the host which will help you learn their culture more closely.
Other than these, the expenditure is in the form of the creation of a student visa and permit (approx. CAD 150), Living expenses in the form of buying groceries, social activities or some emergencies, and expenses involved in health support and insurance. Do not forget the money that would go into Transportation and other taxes.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS STUDYING IN CANADA
| Type of scholarship | Description |
| Shastri-Indo Canadian Institute | Provides a no. of fellowships to students at various levels like graduate, post graduate, doctorate and training fellowship. |
| Canadian Commonwealth scholarship and fellowship program | This scholarship is offered to the students who are highly intellectual and belong to Commonwealth countries when they have applied for programs at an advanced level and at research and master program
The scholarship awarded to such students comprises of travel, living allowance, and the compulsory tuition fee. |
| Ontario graduate scholarship | This scholarship is for graduate students from a wide variety of disciplines
As a pre-requisite to applying for the scholarship, the students need to accept the invitation from the University in Ontario and get a valid student card. |
| National research council of Canada | A research job(associateship) is provided to the students who are pursuing master’s degree in the field of engineering and Ph.D. students in the field of engineering or natural science. |
| Quebec provisional government SCHOLARSHIP | It is for the students studying in Quebec. All students who are pursuing a master’s degree or above are eligible for this. Each application is considered on the basis of merit. |
| Ontario trillium scholarship | This scholarship was introduced in November 2010. All the students at the doctorate level from around the globe who are studying in Ontario are eligible for this scholarship.
This scholarship is worth $40,000 and is renewable for four years. 75 students are awarded this scholarship every year. The Ontario university is responsible for giving out this scholarship based on the merit or the type of program. |
| Partnership grants by social sciences and humanities research council of Canada | It is awarded to Ph.D. students in order to support new or existing research programs in the field of social sciences and humanities.
It’s Worth is up to 20,000 CAD and Duration is of 4-7 years. |
TOP COURSES TO PURSUE IN CANADA
- Artificial intelligence
- Pharmacy
- Human resource management
- Architecture
- Data analysis
- Business
- Dental studies
- Nursing and mid-wife practices
- Computer science (CS)
WHY STUDY IN CANADA?
With an extraordinary education system that not just increases your knowledge on the grounds of theory but also makes you implement the strategies and promotes practical learning, Canada is definitely one of the best places around the globe to study. These are the reasons that make Canada the most sought after countries among Indian students.
