Capital
Ottawa
Population
38.01 Million
Language
English, French
International Students
530,540
GDP
$1.64 Trillion
Dialing Code
+1
Currency
Canadian Dollar
Universities/ Colleges
534
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Canada is one of the leading study abroad destinations for nigerian students. The country offers top-notch education at affordable costs which makes it an ideal choice for international students. Offering a dynamic student life, many of the Canadian institutions are ranked among the top 10 global universities. The Canadian Ministry of Education highly encourages foreign students and has also provided various financial aids and facilities to ease their stay.
Being ranked as one of the best places to reside, the country is also renowned for its quality of life. It is also among the safest countries in the world and several residencies provide complete medical coverage for international students. With student-friendly cities like Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Quebec, the vast country has a scenic and pleasant environment with multiple leisure activities. Owing to the flexible and streamlined PR and immigration policies, the country accumulates the largest amount of international students.
Here are the major requirements to study in Canada which you need to ensure while applying to a Canadian university:
Copy of a valid international passport
Academic Transcript
O’level certificate / Degree certificate
GMAT/GRE scores for PG programs (If applicable)
English proficiency scores (TOEFL/IELTS) (if applicable)
Letters of Recommendation
CV/Resume/ Essays
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
The cost of living for a student in the Canada can vary depending on the city, lifestyle, and personal spending habits with Calgary, Alberta | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan |Regina, Saskatchewan | Winnipeg, Manitoba | Kitchener-Cambridge-Waterloo | Ontario | Montreal, Quebec | Moncton, New Brunswick | Halifax, Nova Scotia being the cheapest city for students in the Canada. Many universities may offer student discounts and scholarships to help reduce expenses upon enrolment.
Cost Of Living in Canada
The official cost of living is $20,635 and a requirement to show for visa purpose
CA$ 900 - CA$ 2389
Food
CA$ 318 - CA$ 637
Transport
CA$ 63 - CA$ 159
Miscellaneous
CA$ 79 - CA$ 398
Algoma University
University of Fraser Valley
University of Manitoba
Stenberg College
Brandon University
Concordian University
Dalhousie University
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Ryerson University
Simon Fraser University
University of Winnipeg
University of Manitoba
Thompson Rivers University
University of Ottawa - Ottawa Ontario
Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) - St. John's Campus
Carleton University - Ottawa Ontario
University of Regina - Regina, Saskatchewan
University of Windsor- Windsor, Ontario
University of New Brunswick - Fredericton
University of Northern British Columbia
Brock University - St. Catharines, Ontario
Wilfrid Laurier University - Waterloo Ontario
Lakehead University - Thunder Bay, Ontario
Trent University - Peterborough Ontario
Laurentian University - Sudbury Ontario
University of Prince Edward Island
New York Institute of Technology - Vancouver (NYIT)
Fairleigh Dickinson University - Vancouver, BC
Cape Breton University - Sydney, Nova Scotia
Trinity Western University - Langley - British Columbia
Trinity Western University - Richmond BC
Niagara University - Ontario
Vancouver Island University- Nanaimo, British Columbia
Royal Roads University - Victoria BC
Tyndale University - Toronto, Ontario
Adler University - Vancouver British Columbia
Briercrest College and Seminary - Saskatchewan
University of Canada West, Vancouver, BC
International Business University, Toronto, Ontario
And more…..
Information Technology and Tech Innovation: Key Cities: Toronto, Waterloo, Vancouver, Victoria, Halifax, Calgary, Edmonton, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Alberta
Finance and Banking: Key Cities: Toronto
Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing: Key Cities: Windsor, Hamilton, Toronto
Healthcare and Life Sciences: Key Cities: Toronto, Hamilton, London
Film and Entertainment: Key Cities: Vancouver
Construction and Real Estate: Key Cities: Vancouver, Surrey
Marine and Ocean Technologies Key Cities: Victoria, Vancouver, Halifax, Dartmouth
Energy Sector/ Oil and Gas: Key Cities: Alberta, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador
Agriculture and Agri-Food Key Cities: Alberta, New Brunswick, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island
Renewable Energy Key Cities: Manitoba, Prince Edward Island
Forestry and Wood Products: Key Cities: New Brunswick
Mining and Resources: Key Cities: Saskatchewan, Newfoundland and Labrador
Tourism and Hospitality: Key Cities: Prince Edward Island
Popular Programs: Agriculture and Environmental Sciences | Physics | Health Studies | Psychology | Physics and Astronomy | Bioinformatics | Biochemistry | Biology | Chemistry | Biotechnology | Business Administration
UG Cost estimate : CAD12,000 - CAD30,000 per year
Popular Programs: Core Engineering and Engineering Management | Physical & Earth Sciences and Renewable Energy | Biosciences | Medicine & Healthcare | Architecture |Statistics & Maths | Computer Science & IT | Business & Finance | Agricultural Science & Forestry | Media & Journalism | Psychology & Human Resources
CAD18,000 - CAD26,000 /year
Popular Programs: MBA – Management | MBA – Innovation | MBA – Human Resource Management| MBA Innovation and Entrepreneurship | MBA – Project Management
CAD18,500 - CAD57,000
Part time Careers and Work Opportunities in Canada
Part-time Work Opportunities
From September 2024, international students can work off-campus for up to 24 hours per week. During scheduled breaks, such as summer or winter holidays, they can work full-time.
Post Study Work VISA
Starting from September 1, 2024, students enrolled in graduate programs and study programs that are part of curriculum licensing agreements will not be eligible for a post-study work visa in Canada.
Students who’ve completed master’s programs in Canada will soon be able to get three-year PGWPs.