Canada Overseas Education Students FAQ'S
--> What is the application
process for Canada?
--> What are the Visa application requirements?
--> What are the housing options available?
--> How much does Canada education cost?
--> What are the living expenses in
Canada?
--> Can I work while I am studying?
--> Are Scholarships available?
--> What are the advantages of studying
in Canada?
What is the application process for Canada?
Admissions are granted purely on students academics. Students
need to provide CV, academic documents, any professional certifications,
work experience if applicable, etc. However the eligibility criteria
of selecting students vary in different provinces of Canada. Certain
eligibility details are given below:
| Programs/ Level of study | Graduate/Post-Graduate level |
| Business | 2-3 years full
time work experience GMAT : 580-600 min TOEFL : PBT: 580-600 min CBT: 237-250 min 4 yr Bachelors degree, 70% aver. |
| Computer Science | 4 yr Bachelors
degree, 70% aver., preferably in Computer Science TOEFL : PBT: 580-600 min. CBT: 237-250 min. Some universities will require GRE Score (1200-1500) |
| Engineering | 4 yr Bachelors
in Engineering, 70% aver. TOEFL : PBT: 580-600 min. CBT: 237-250 min. Some universities will require GRE score (1200-1500) |
| Fine Arts | 4 yr Bachelors
in Fine Arts Portfolio/audition TOEFL : PBT: 580-600 min. CBT: 237-250 min. |
| Media/ Communications | 4 yr Bachelors
in Mass Communications Portfolio TOEFL : PBT: 600 min. CBT: 250 min. Work experience is an added advantage Some institutions may require written samples or copies of published work |
What
are the Visa application requirements?
The documents required for visa application are given below:
Completed Student Application form.
Completed Supplementary Questionnaire for students and postdoctoral
researchers.
Official letter of acceptance from Canadian university, college
or Technical Institute.
Certificate of Acceptance from the province of Quebec (Only if
you plan to study in province of Quebec)
TOEFL/IELTS scores if applicable
Passport, valid for at least one year from the planned date of
entry to Canada, plus valid passports of any accompanying dependants.
Bank Draft for the applicable visa processing fees
What are the housing options available?
Canada puts forward three types of housing options for the international
students:
Homestay
Dormitory
Private Accommodations
The homestay helps the students to have a Canadian living and
learning experience. The dormitory provides reasonable accommodation
for the students within the campus. Students who prefer to find
their own accommodation can get their private accommodations with
the help of newspapers or by checking with the campus.
How much does Canada education cost?
Education cost in Canada is affordable. It varies according to
the province. The fee structure for the year 2006-2007 of different
provinces is given in the table below:
| Province | 2010 - 2011 Undergraduate tuition fees (per academic year)* | 2010 - 2011 Graduate tuition fees (per academic year)** |
| Trent University | $ | $ |
| Mount Allison University | $ | $ |
| Vancouver Island University | $ | $ |
| Simon Fraser University | $ | $ |
| University of Manitoba | $ | $ |
| Farleigh Dickenson University | $ | $ |
| Conestoga | $ | $ |
| Devry University | $ | $ |
What are the living expenses in Canada?
Cost of living in Canada is very low compared to other countries
like UK, Europe, etc. However the expense varies according to
each province. The rural areas are very cheap whereas the major
cities like Toronto and Vancouver can be expensive.
Can I work while I am studying?
Canada provides work permit to students which allow them to work
off campus. The work permit, however, restricts the working hours
to 20 hours a week during academic sessions. During extended vacations
no restrictions are given.
Are Scholarships available?
Canada provides a lot of merit based and institution based scholarship
programs. Students who excel in their studies are awarded with
these scholarships irrespective of their physical or financial
conditions. Other criteria for the selection of students are based
on their participation in extracurricular activities and outstanding
athletic abilities. Academic scholarships, Athletic scholarships
and scholarships for overseas or foreign students are the different
types of scholarships offered in Canada.
What are the advantages of studying in Canada?
Canada education system put forward a wide range of quality education
institutions. Canada has a multicultural society supporting and
respecting customs and traditions of different cultures. The wide
series of universities provide a varied range of courses. New
skills, better job prospects, and high salaries are the promises
given to the students by each of Canadian universities. The university
education gives a long lasting reward to each student.
