Tuition Fees

Tuition fees for international students vary from province to province and depend on your faculty of choice. The following table shows the range of tuition fees for each province. Fees are in Canadian dollars - for general arts and science programs.

You must also budget for personal item like books, instruments, student activity fees, food, housing, travel/transportation, health care, clothing, laundry and entertainment.

Living Costs

Cost of living in Canada:
The cost of living in Canada is moderate, compared with other countries. Some prices of typical goods and services are as follows (in US dollars):

• One month's lodging, one-bedroom apartment: $400 Approx
• Bus fare, one way: $2.25 Approx
• Local telephone call: $0.25 Approx
• Modest restaurant meal: lunch $7/dinner $14 Approx
• Movie: $11.50 - $13 Approx
• International Postage (letter): $1.40 Approx

Canadian winters are chilly, an adequate warm clothing budget is essential. Budget around $250 - $350 US approximate for proper winter wardrobe.

You will need approximately $12,000 US ($18,840 Cdn or 13,000 Euro) to cover your expenses for an academic year. This includes your tuition and living expenses but not your air-fare. Please remember that this figure is an average only. Actual expenses may vary depending on the region of the country you live in, the tuition fees at the university you attend and your field of specialisation. Consult us to assist with your financial planning.

Visa Procedure

International students are required to obtain a Study Permit for Canada. Allow at least two months for your visa to be processed.

Visa Procedure

Submit the completed application kit to the immigration section of the Canadian High commission, New Delhi. Kindly submit only notarized photocopies of all documents.

DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH THE STUDY PERMIT APPLICATION:

• Study Permit Application form.
• Personal Information Form for students and postdoctoral researchers.
• 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 Quebec)
• TOEFL / IELTS score, if applicable
• Passport, valid for at least one year, from the proposed date of entry into Canada.
• Visa fee to be payable by Bank draft
• Copies of Academic Mark sheets and Certificates
• Work Experience Certificates, if applicable.
• Proof of payment of fees, if applicable
• Proof of Funds - Applicants must demonstrate that they have sufficient liquid assets to pay the tuition fees, living expenses and travelling cost without engaging in employment in Canada. Students must demonstrate that they have at least Cdn$10,000 plus the cost of tuition for a twelve-month period, plus the cost of travelling to and fro from Canada. Even Bank Loans are accepted.
• Letter from the sponsor
• Income Tax Papers of the sponsor

INTERVIEW

The student may be called for an Interview, if required. If this is the case, you will be advised the time and place for the interview.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION

The Canadian High Commission - New Delhi will issue medical instructions. Students must pass a medical examination from a Panel Doctor only.

If the student is found to be in good health and there are no other concerns with the application, the Visa and Student Authorization will be issued.

DOWNLOADS

To download Study Permit Application Kit, kindly visit:
http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/new-delhi/pdf/2004_6_Student_Kit_E.pdf
To download Application Form, kindly visit:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM1294B.PDF
To download Personal Information Form, kindly visit:
http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/new-delhi/2003_6_Delhi_Personal_Information_Form_E.pdf