Advantages of Study in Canada-Why and How much?
International students are increasingly choosing Canada as the destination for their studies. Since 2010, the international student population in Canada has grown by 119%. In 2019, Canadian universities will accept the highest number of international students in Canadian history.
If you have been thinking about studying abroad, cost is probably an important factor in your decision. In this article we’ll cover average costs for undergraduate university experience in Canada, including tuition fees, housing, food, and transportation costs.
Why Choose Canada?
In recent years, Canada has become a top destination for international students wishing to study in English and French. While many students used to prefer the United States, many are now choosing to look northward, as US tuition fees skyrocket and US immigration policies become .
Cost of Canadian Tuition
Average tuition for Canadian universities remains relatively affordable in comparison to the United States. In the 2018/2019 school year, the average annual tuition for an undergraduate international student in Canada is for the same year spent at an American university. As well, all students holding a temporary study permit are during their studies. International students can work up to 20 hours per week during study periods and 40 hours during holiday periods.
Canada also makes it easy for international students to become permanent residents if they want to remain in the country. The allows international students to stay in Canada and work for up to three years after graduating. After gaining one year of work experience in Canada, many international graduates become eligible to apply for permanent resident status through the of .
Cost of Canadian Student Housing
There are many options for living as a student in Canada. From living in university residence, to apartment rental, students can pick the living style that suits them best. Typically, large cities, like Toronto and Vancouver, have higher housing costs than smaller cities and towns.
The University of Toronto, which serves nearly , estimates the monthly cost of housing for a student to sit somewhere between in downtown Toronto.
In Montreal, the cost of living is low compared to other major North American cities. The University of Montreal estimates a monthly student housing cost of . The city of Montreal remains a very popular study destination for international students, and recently ranked for best study destination.
In Saint John’s, Newfoundland, one of Canada’s smallest cities, the cost of living is . The average monthly cost of a two-bedroom rental is just $710 CDN, or .
Food and Transportation costs
Similar to housing, cost of food and transportation varies between provinces. Let’s stick with the three examples from above to explore the price of amenities in cities in Canada.
All prices in Canadian dollars
Toronto:
: $122.45 per month
in the business district: $17.00
monthly grocery budget: $200.00 to $400.00
Montreal:
: $80 per month
in the business district: $16.00
monthly grocery budget: $350.00
Saint John’s:
: $78.00 per month
in the business district: $18.00
monthly grocery budget:$240.00
Health Insurance
All international students in Canada must have healthcare coverage. Certain provinces automatically give international students access to Canada’s public healthcare system, but others do not. Students in to international students must purchase private health insurance. Schools in these provinces generally offer health insurance plans for international students which may be added to your tuition and student fees.
If studying in Canada has caught your interest, now may be the best time to apply.
***Source: Internet research
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