Among many Study abroad destinations, Canada is becoming a popular study destination for international students. With over 642,000 international student population, Canada makes it to the top 5 study destinations in the world. Universities or Colleges in Canada offer students with world-class post-secondary education facilities and teaching excellence for students to achieve successful careers.
Students can choose undergraduate courses, postgraduate degrees and short-term courses to study in Canada. To get admission in Canada or their top universities it is important to ensure that students apply for them on time and send in their complete application packages.
To get admission in Canada you will need tests scores like GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL, etc. Additionally, you will need a purpose of study (SOP), Letter of Reference (LOR) and other statements supporting your application and helping you through the admission process.
Getting into university is a tricky process and you must meet many requirements that are set by the university themselves. There are certain specific requirements for different career paths and the programs that universities and this guide will go over the general process of getting admission into universities in Canada.
You must first choose an institution you wish to apply to. This might include a few google searches and finding what institution is near your area. Then you must create an application that highlights your strengths and shows off what you have done during your life. You must find out if you meet the requirements for the program you are applying for like the language and if you have the necessary courses taken during high school. If you are travelling to Canada from a different country, you must get a study permit. After your education or during your stay you can work to get enough experience. This work experience allows you to stay and become a Canadian citizen and is a great way to start your life in Canada if you want to immigrate here.
There is no centralized application process for universities in Canada. You have to apply online on the individual universities’ websites, and the application process also varies in different provinces.
It is particularly important to be aware of the different exams required to study in Canada. All Canadian universities require proof of language proficiency, whether it be French or English. The French proficiency exams are TEF and TEFAQ, for which 400 is a good enough score. However, international students generally opt for English-taught programs, so you will need to take exams like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and CAEL. The average cut-offs to the top universities in Canada are tabulated below.
Note that you need the acceptance letter from the university (which must be a Designated Learning Institution) to apply for the study permit.
While nearly all Canadian higher education institutions have individual application portals, if you are planning to apply to a university in Ontario, you must apply via the common portal ouac.on.ca. You must pay CAD 156 plus an International Service Fee of CAD 10 to apply for the 3 programs that make up your base application. Any additional program will cost you CAD 50 (per program)
Canada has a great education and many institutions and allows students to pursue their dreams.
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