BS/MS Admissions in Canada
When can I start my studies in Canada?
✓ September intake: Deadlines January–March
✓Some programs offer January intake
What do I need to get admited?
✓ Bachelor’s: High school diploma + IELTS 6.5
✓ Master’s: Bachelor’s degree + IELTS 7.0
Is IELTS mandatory for admission?
Not always! Exemptions if you:
✓ Studied in English (submit MOI letter)
✓ Are from an English-speaking country
How much does tuition cost?
🇨🇦 Canada Study Costs (2025)
✓ Tuition: Domestic CA$6K–12K | Int’l CA$25K–60K (UofT/UBC most expensive!) – Med schools hit CA$75K.
✓ Living Costs: Rent CA$800–1.5K (*Toronto/Vancouver 2× pricier!*) + health insurance CA$600–1.2K/year.
✓ PhD Perk: Fully funded + CA$22K avg stipend – apply directly to professors!
What financial support is available?
🇨🇦 Canada Scholarships (2025)
✓ Top Awards: Vanier (CA$50K PhD) | Lester B. Pearson (UofT full ride) | ILOT (UBC CA$80K).
✓ Hidden Gems: Auto-entry awards (McGill, Waterloo) + provincial aid (Ontario/BC grants).
✓ Pro Tip: Int’l students: Apply Oct 2024 for Fall 2025 – most deadlines Dec–Feb!
Is health insurance required?
🇨🇦 Canada Health Coverage (2025)
✓ Public Healthcare: Free in *AB/BC/SK after 6 months* | ON/QC need Guard.me ($600–1.2K/year).
✓ EU Students: No EHIC – Quebec-France deal may apply | Mandatory travel insurance first 6 months.
✓ Pro Hack: UHIP in Ontario ($756/year) – cheaper than private plans!
What is the Key Advise?
🇨🇦 Canada Student Life (2025)
✓ Housing Alert: Apply 8+ months early via Places4Students – Toronto dorms $900+, Montreal $600+.
✓ Language Boost: Free university ESL/FSL courses – even basic French unlocks Quebec jobs!
✓ Winter Hack: Buy a Canada Goose knockoff ($100) + Presto/Opus cards for transit discounts!
What is the cost of living?
🇨🇦 Canada Student Budget (2025)
✓ Essentials: Rent $600–1.5K (*Toronto/Vancouver 2× pricier*) | Food $300–500 | Transport $50 (student pass).
✓ Extras: Utilities $100–200 + leisure $100–250 – use StudentPriceCard for 10–15% off!
✓ Savings Hack: Kijiji/Facebook Marketplace for textbooks & winter gear – campus buy/sell groups rock!
What are the work opportunities and allowed working hours?
🇨🇦 Canada Work Rules (2025)
✓ Work Hours: 24h/week (full-time in breaks) – SIN required | Co-ops need separate permit.
✓ Top Jobs: Campus TA ($25–40/hr), tech (Toronto/Waterloo), ski resorts (Whistler/Banff).
✓ Post-Grad: PGWP (1–3 years) → Express Entry – *French = +50 CRS points!*
What are the minimum visa requirements?
🇨🇦 Canada Study Permit (2025)
✓ Essentials: DLI acceptance, passport, CAD$20,635+ proof, medical exam, GIC preferred.
✓ Extras: Biometrics, PAL letter, custodianship (if <18) – *apply 4+ months early!*
✓ Pro Tip: Use SDS route for faster processing (*IELTS 6.0+ & GIC required!*).
