Universities in Canada

Start your path to a successful future in Canada. It’s an exciting, welcoming and beautiful place to get a high-quality university education that is valued around the world. Your Canadian university degree will offer you endless possibilities.

Success starts in Canada

With a wide range of world-class universities and engaging faculty, you’ll find the perfect fit for your academic journey in Canada. You may want a large, research-intensive university with big city energy or a small, intimate campus with a strong sense of community. From coast to coast, Canada has it all.

As a student in Canada, you’ll have opportunities to develop your critical thinking, research and leadership skills. You’ll have access to the latest technology, modern research labs and support services. In Canada, you can earn while you learn through part-time work, internships and co-op placements.

Canada’s diverse teaching faculty bring a global perspective to the classroom. About 40% hold an international degree. Each is focused on your growth and success.

University programs

Canadian universities offer globally recognized undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate programs. Programs lead to degrees at the bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate and PhD levels.

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Do you need to upgrade your skills? You can take professional designations, certificate and diploma courses, and short career-focused programs. You can also get valuable career training through job placements, co-op education and internship programs.

In Canada you can choose from university programs in English or French. You can learn in both languages at one of Canada’s bilingual universities. Classes can be given either in person, online or through distance education.

Cost to attend university in Canada

Tuition fees for universities vary depending on the program and school you choose. You’ll need to plan a budget that includes costs for tuition, housing and living expenses while you study. Find study costs for university programs.

Scholarships

You may be eligible for a scholarship, fellowship or grant to study in Canada. The Government of Canada, Canadian provinces and territories, and educational institutions may offer funding for international students.

Work in Canada

You may be eligible to work while you study.

How to apply

Requirements

Each university sets its own admission requirements. Learn more by visiting their websites directly.

To study at a Canadian university, you must provide proof of your English or French language skills. These are known as language proficiency tests. Before selecting a test format, make sure it is accepted by university and study program. Tests are based on the language of your study program:

• English-language universities may require you to write the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge English Assessment or the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL).
• French-language universities assess students individually. To learn what a certain university requires, check with the Office of the Registrar at the school you wish to attend.

Transfer your credits to Canada

You may be able to transfer your credits from studies completed online or in your home country. The university you apply to will assess your completed courses (known as credentials). They will compare those with similar credentials issued in Canada and may award transfer credits.

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