Nearly 100 universities in Canada are well-known around the world for their exceptional educational standards. As a result, Canada is a top choice for those seeking international education.

From being the ninth largest economy to offering affordable tuition costs for international students who want to receive a top-notch education, Canada is a great place to study and live!

But how much does it cost to study in Canada for international students? What about the work permits?

If you have any of these questions or more, you've come to the right place! 

Before contacting education consultant Global Reach, prepare to learn everything you need to know about studying and living in Canada.

Cost of Studying In Canada

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Many high-quality universities are found in Canada's smaller cities and towns, with lower living expenses. So, its not a surprise to learn that tuition fees and living expenses in Canada vary greatly from city to city.

Here’s a quick fun fact; in some cases, the cost of attending university is lower in well-known Canadian cities than in lesser-known Canadian cities.

So, if you're on a tight budget, do your research well.

The first step is to decide which course you want to enroll in, after which you can compare the tuition and living expenses at the various Canadian universities that offer the course.

Bachelor's degree tuition fees

The cost of undergraduate tuition for the most expensive bachelor's degrees—in medicine, engineering, and social science—ranges from 550 to 30,000 CAD per year.

Tuition for popular disciplines is as follows:

  • Bachelor of Business and Management: 550 to 56,000 CAD per year
  • Bachelor of Computer Science and Information Technology: 1,535 - 55,500 CAD/year
  • Bachelor of Engineering and Technology: 1,350 - 55,000 CAD per year
  • Bachelor of Social Sciences: $1,025 to $56,000 per year
  • Bachelor's Degree in Natural Sciences: $1,780 - CAD 53,000 per year

Tuition fees for master's degrees

Masters in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, and Law are the most expensive tuition fees ranging from 1,075 – 65,000 CAD/year.

Tuition costs for popular disciplines:

  • Masters in Business & Management: 2,150 – 52,700 CAD/year
  • Masters in Computer Science & IT: 2,150 – 52,500 CAD/year
  • Masters in Engineering & Technology: 2,150 – 52,500 CAD/year
  • Masters in Medicine & Health: 2,150 – 58,300 CAD/year
  • Masters in Social Sciences: 2,150 – 37,000 CAD/year

Admission Requirements to Study In Canada

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You must fulfill the entry requirements for Canadian universities once you've chosen your field of study in Canada.

When applying for a student visa to Canada, the following documents are required:

  • The passport must be valid.
  • Acceptance letter from a Canadian university
  • Proof of funds of at least CAD 10,000 for each year of study
  • Photographs in passport size
  • Medical Examination for Immigration (IME)
  • If necessary, a TOEFL or IELTS score.
  • Purpose statement
  • A CAD 150 application fee is required.

Work permit For Bhutanese Students

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You can only apply for a work permit once you start your study program. You can't work before your studies begin during your overseas education.

International students with a study permit in Canada are restricted to working 20 hours per week while taking classes.

To work off-campus, an international student must:

  • Have a valid study permit with a condition allowing you to work off campus
  • Be a full-time student.
  • Be enrolled at a designated learning institution at the post-secondary level or, in Quebec, a vocational program at the secondary level.
  • Be studying in an academic, vocational, or professional training program that leads to a degree, diploma, or certificate that is at least six months in duration.
  • Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN).

International students cannot work off campus if they are:

  • Participating in a Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship Program funded by Canada's Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT).
  • Participating in a Government of Canada Awards Program funded by DFAIT.
  • Receiving funding from the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA).
  • Participating in the Equal Opportunity Scholarship Program, Canada-Chile.
  • Participating in the Organization of American States Fellowships Program.
  • Registered in either an English as a Second Language or French as a Second Language program
  • A visiting or exchange student without a study permit.

 Average Breakdown of Daily Living Expenses

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Choosing affordable universities in Canada may save you money, but you also have to consider your living expenses.

The cost of accommodation

In Canada, the following are the primary housing options for students:

  • Monthly rent for student residences ranges between $250 and $625.
  • Homestays arranged by the university: 400-800 CAD/month.
  • Sharing an apartment: $300-700 CAD/month, depending on location and amenities. Renting a studio/one-room apartment by yourself can cost more than $1,000 per month without including utilities. Basic utilities can cost around 150 CAD on average, with an additional 50-70 CAD for the internet.

Food Expense

Food expenses can cost as high as 300 CAD per month if you shop at local supermarkets and grocery stores. As a student, you can always find the best deals on the freshest produce at Canadian Superstore, Walmart, and No Frills.

If you want to eat in a restaurant, you must pay between 10 and 25 CAD. In a mid-range restaurant, a two-course meal will cost between $50 and $65.

Concluding Thoughts

With a thriving economy and high standard of living, study in Canada is an excellent opportunity for international students. 

So, whether you're just thinking about studying in Canada as an international student or you're ready to apply to a Canadian university, Global Reach has you covered!

Allow Global Reach to help you by asking guided questions about your future to help you narrow down your university options!

Read Top courses to study in Canada before contacting Global Reach to make your 'Dream Canada' a reality!