STUDY IN CANADA

Education Opportunities

Are you looking for an unforgettable experience of a lifetime? Studying in Canada can be an exciting opportunity for you to experience life – and lessons! – beyond your front door. Learn from leading teachers in world-class modern facilities that inspire innovation, progress and forward thinking.

No matter what level of education you pursue, the cost of going to school in Canada is affordable and you’ll earn globally recognized qualifications that will set you on the path to career success. All of our classrooms reflect the diverse, multicultural society that is Canada. Why not experience it for yourself?

Levels of Study

• Elementary and Secondary Education
• Language Schools
• The College System
• Universities

Elementary and Secondary Education

Canada’s elementary and secondary schools follow a government curriculum and employ government certified teachers, ensuring a high level of quality and a focus on individual student needs. This successful environment is highly acclaimed as school students excel in science, reading, and mathematics: Canadian students have consistently been among the top 5 academic performers in the world and number 1 among English speaking countries according to the OECD PISA studies in reading, mathematics and science.  Students may choose from public or private school options.

In addition to the high quality of teaching Canadian schools provide students with a nurturing environment through student services and pedagogical services such as; counselling, academic and professional advisers, community involvement, second language support, special needs learning, tutorial sessions and extracurricular activities.

The facts

• Elementary schools are grades 1 - 6.
• Secondary schools are grades 7 - 12 in most provinces, with the exception of Quebec where secondary school runs from grades 7 - 11.
• The school year runs from September - June.
• Canadian high school diplomas are recognized by colleges and universities worldwide.
• English as a Second Language (ESL) or French as a Second Language (FSL) courses are available to support international students.
• Schools are the responsibility of the ministry or department of education in each province and territory.
• All schools must register with and meet the curriculum and graduation requirements set by the Ministry of Education for that province/territory.

Public Schools

• Offer co-educational day programs.
• Homestay programs are available for international students.
• Tuition and homestay fees range from CAD$10,500 to CAD$23,000 depending on the institution.

Private Schools

• Independently funded.
• Co-educational, or boys only, or girls only.
• Smaller class sizes and lower teacher-student ratios.
• Full boarding or homestay programs available for international students.
• Tuition and boarding fees range from from $10,500 to $23,000 per year depending on the institution.

Language Schools

Canada is a bilingual country, a community of immigrants and a world leader in English and French language training.  A wide variety of programs will improve your fluency and capacity for further study, personal development or business training.

The facts

• Private schools and colleges are dedicated to teaching English and French, often exclusively to international students and new immigrants.
• Specialized language training is also available in subject areas like: business English, academic preparation, industry-specific language training, etc.
• Tuition fees for a general 4-week course range from CAD$1,000 to CAD$2,000.
• Homestays are also a popular option and cost approximately CAD$1,000 per month.

The College System

Colleges work very closely with business and industry to ensure that their programs are relevant to the changing workplace and to the needs of employers. Canadian college programs offer diverse options in the technical and professional fields including: business, agriculture and agri-food, health, social services, broadcasting and journalism, hospitality management, design, technology, sciences, information technology, engineering, environment, languages, and arts

The facts

• Over 8,000 college programs at 150 public institutions offering credentials that are sanctioned by provincial and territorial governments.
• Offers a variety of recognized credentials like certificates, diplomas, university transfer programs, academic and applied degrees, and post-graduate diplomas.
• Programs vary in length from a few months to 4 years.
• 90% of college graduates, on average, obtain employment within 6 months of graduating.
• 93% of employers are satisfied with college graduates in Canada
• Practical programs are designed with potential employers that also offer work placements.
• Tuition fees range from $5,500 to $15,000 per year depending on the program.
• Boarding or homestay and living costs are estimated at $7,000 to $13,000 per year

Universities

Canadian universities prepare graduates with the ability to think critically, to be adaptive to emerging technologies, to become leaders in professional fields and to seek solutions in research. Whether you want to become a teacher, economist, artist or the world’s leading nanotechnologist, Canada’s university system will provide you with the choice that fits your interest. From small liberal arts teaching schools to larger research-intensive universities you can begin your bachelor studies and continue to earn the highest qualification, a PhD.  University research makes its mark in Canada and around the world.  Did you know that Canadian universities have been incubators for innovation such as the BlackBerry phone, flat-screen technology, SMART boards, and IMAX film? 

Highly innovative research takes place in the fields of health, nanotechnology, biotechnology, high-performance computing, environmental technologies, nutraceuticals, and renewable fuels.  More than one third of Canada’s research is conducted at Canadian universities – one of the highest rates of academic research among OECD and G8 countries.

Three levels of degrees

• Bachelor’s: generally three or four years of undergraduate study
• Master’s: one or two years of study after the bachelor’s degree, including a thesis, practicum, or research paper or course-based
• Doctoral: three years of study including a thesis, usually after the master’s degree

The facts

• More than 10,000 undergraduate and graduate degree programs at 95 public and private not-for-profit universities and university-degree level colleges.
• Degrees follow the Bachelor/Master/Doctorate system and are equivalent to those in the USA and Commonwealth countries.
• Vast choice of undergraduate and post-graduate programs, as well as professional designations, certificate and diploma courses, and short career-focused programs.
• Cutting edge technology and research labs.
• Opportunities for cooperative education and internships, and international students can often work while they study.
• Tuition fees range from CAD$8,000 to CAD$26,000 per year depending on the program.

Questions?

For more information about the educational programs and systems available in Canada, please visit our Find a Program section, or contact us directly. Imagine studying in Canada!

More Information

• Directory of Universities, Colleges and Schools in the Provinces and Territories of Canada  
• Recognized Postsecondary Education Programs in Canada
• Approved Language School Programs in Canada
• Elementary and Secondary Schools in Canada
• Canadian Accredited Independent Schools
• Canadian Association of Public Schools - International
• Online and Distance Education in Canada