Overview Canada

Capital City: Ottawa, Largest City: Toronto

Population: Approximately 38 million

Ethnicity: The Canadian population consists of diverse ethnic backgrounds. While the majority are of a European background, there are also a growing number of people with Asian, Indigenous, African, Latin American, and other backgrounds.

GDP per capita: $46,194 (CAD)

Language: English and French (official)

Religion: Christianity (Roman Catholic, Protestant), Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism, Judaism, non-religious

• Top-tier and internationally acclaimed universities - the University of Toronto, McGill University, and the University of British Columbia – for instance.
• Diverse Academic Offerings tailored to students’ unique academic interests and career goals.
• Safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for international students.
• An increasingly multicultural society that celebrates and welcomes every festival, cuisine, and community representing various ethnicities.
• Canada is a hub of innovation and cutting-edge research across diverse fields.
• Co-op placements and internships are integrated into programs to facilitate students’ practical exposure.
• Grading is assessed through percentage scores or GPA.

Visa and stay back options:

• Full-time study permit for international students to pursue academic programs at designated Canadian institutions.
• Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows successful graduates to earn valuable work experience in Canada upon their course completion.

Canada offers various academic qualifications including  Bachelor's , Master's, and Doctoral degrees and professional certifications and diplomas.

• High school transcripts and English language proficiency tests like IELTS for undergraduate admissions
• GRE or GMAT for graduate programs.

Tuition fees range from CAD $7,000 to $35,000 per year. Fee varies depending on the institution and program.

Living expenses, including accommodation, meals, transportation, and personal expenses, would cost you between CAD $10,000 and $15,000 per year.

• Main intake (Fall Intake) occurs in September/October
• Some institutions may conduct summer intakes in May – June.
• Winter Intake in January/February for specific programs.

• Various types of scholarships are issued by academic institutions, government bodies, and private organizations, each with unique eligibility criteria.
• Criteria for eligibility may include academic excellence, financial need, sports involvement, extracurricular talents, and more.