Compare Canadian universities, programs, and student requirements before deciding where to apply.
U.S. students can apply to Canadian universities as international applicants. Admission requirements, international tuition, and student services vary by institution and province or territory. Confirm current details with the school.
Explore universities in this guide and compare their programs and requirements.
Tuition depends on the school, program, and province or territory. Compare current international fees and budget separately for living costs and health coverage.
Whether you need a study permit depends on your program and circumstances. Use the official IRCC tool and check that the school is a designated learning institution if a permit is required.
Scholarships have different citizenship, program, and academic requirements. Search official opportunities and confirm eligibility with each institution.
Health coverage depends on the province or territory and may involve eligibility rules or waiting periods. Ask the university what coverage you need.
Language of instruction and proof-of-proficiency requirements vary by course. Confirm the current requirements with the university.
Requirements depend on the course, institution, and your circumstances. Use these answers as a starting point and confirm current details with official sources.
It depends on the program, its length, and your circumstances. Use the official IRCC tool to check your situation. If you need a permit, confirm that the school is a designated learning institution.
Official source: IRCC: Check whether you need a study permit, IRCC: Prepare to study and choose a designated school
Eligible students may work up to 24 hours per week off campus while classes are in session and full-time during scheduled breaks, subject to IRCC requirements and permit conditions. Check current rules before accepting work.
Official source: IRCC: Work off campus as an international student
Tuition depends on the school, program, and province or territory. Budget separately for living expenses, transportation, and health coverage, then confirm current fees directly with the institution.
Official source: EduCanada: Study costs for international students, EduCanada: Prepare a study budget
Coverage depends on the province or territory and may involve eligibility rules or waiting periods. Ask the school what coverage is required and check the rules where you plan to study.
Official source: EduCanada: Health care and insurance
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Visa, work, tuition, scholarship, and health coverage rules can change. Confirm current details with the linked authorities and your university before making plans. Policy changes must be checked by a human before this guide is updated.