1. university of alberta

Venue: Edmonton, Alberta

As one of the five traditional research universities in Canada, it is as famous as how big, McGill and UBC, and has advantages in engineering and medicine.

Edmonton is the capital of Alberta, and several campuses in university of alberta are close to the city. The main campus is the North Campus, which is built along the river valley. According to McLean magazine, Edmonton is also one of the safest cities in Canada, with the lowest CSI.

2. University of Calgary

Venue: Calgary, Alberta

The University of Calgary, also located in Alberta, was formerly a branch of university of alberta and became independent on 1966. Qatar is a city in Alberta and an energy city, so the related engineering and energy majors are also very strong. The main campus of Kada University is located in the northwest of Calgary, covering more than 200 hectares.

3. University of Toronto

Venue: Toronto, Ontario

Like the reputation of the University of Toronto, the scale is not small, with more than 8,000 faculty members and nearly 60,000 students.

There are three campuses: St George's (main campus), and the other two are scarborough and Mississauga campuses. The main campus is in the city center, in a bustling area, and the traffic life is very convenient.

4. University of Windsor

Venue: Windsor, Ontario

The University of Windsor is built by the river, opposite the American city of Detroit, only a few minutes' drive. With this geographical advantage, Windsor is also known as "the automobile industry capital of Canada". Although the university is not big, it is located in the University Town of Windsor, with friendly environment, safety and convenient life.

5. University of Guelph

Venue: Guelph, Ontario

The University of Guelph, 1964, was formally established. It was formed by the merger of Agricultural College, Veterinary College and McDonald's College, focusing on business. Guelph, where it is located, is also famous for its low crime rate and clean and friendly city, and is often rated as one of the most livable cities.

6. University of Victoria

Venue: Victoria, the capital of BC Province

Formerly known as Victoria College of McGill University, it is also the earliest school in BC Province, and has been independent since 1963. The school is written by a famous American architect, and the main campus is located in the middle of a circle. The school also has an exquisite garden with good environment and climate.

7. University of Waterloo

Venue: Waterloo, Ontario

Sliding University is a famous university for its employment and internship. It's two hours' drive from Toronto and one and a half hours' drive from Niagara Falls, a Canadian scenic spot. There are also many houses around the school, and many internationally renowned or large Canadian companies have offices nearby, and they are close to Waterloo Park, so the environment is very good.

8. University of Western Ontario

Venue: London, Ontario

The school is also located in the Great Lakes region, not far from Toronto and Detroit in the United States, and in London, also known as the "City of Forests".

9. University of Ottawa

Venue: Ottawa, Canada

The world's bilingual universities are located in Ottawa, the capital, not far from parliament buildings, archives, libraries and museums. In addition, Ottawa has the title of one of the cleanest cities in the world, the most livable city in the world and so on.

10. Queen's University

Venue: Kingston, Ontario

Kingston is small, but it has a long history and is friendly to the environment. It's not far from Ottawa, Toronto and Montreal, and it's also near Lake Ontario. It is also a famous holiday resort.

Further reading: a list of conditions for studying in Canada

I. Academic achievements

Undergraduate enrollment, general colleges and universities only need students' GPA to reach above 3.0, and those with a ranking below 10 will be higher, requiring about 3.5 points. In addition, different majors may have special requirements for single subjects.

Master requires you to have a professional and related learning background, and you will be more inclined to admit straight students. Generally, your GPA score needs to be above 3.5, and you need to show your academic achievements, papers or journal articles.

Second, language achievement.

The basic requirement announced at present is that IELTS should be between 6.0 and 6.5. If you apply for an institution, an IELTS score of 5.5 is enough, but for international students, you still have to improve your score as much as possible to have an advantage.

And everyone should know that the requirements of good universities are generally higher than the average standard, especially the popular majors. With more people signing up, the requirements will naturally increase. However, everyone has the opportunity to apply for double admission, and there is no way out.

Third, the application materials

The scores submitted by the school are convenient for the school to verify, and they need to be notarized before they can be tested; I also need to show my certificates, diplomas, degree certificates or studying certificates, which also need notarization to ensure that my education is qualified.

IELTS transcripts should also be prepared, and various documents including GRE/GMAT, PS and CV should also be prepared, and artists should also prepare their works separately.

Fourth, the timing.

The school curriculum is generally arranged for four months in one semester, so there are three semesters in a year, and there will be three application opportunities every year. However, enrollment in September is still the first choice for domestic students, and all schools will open their applications at this stage.

The undergraduate application period is about 3-4 months, and the master application period is about 4-6 months. However, everyone needs time to prepare. Generally, they will start collecting and sorting out information about schools and majors one year in advance, which can effectively improve the success rate.

Further reading: How much does it cost to study in Canada?

I. Tuition fees in Canada

Universities in Canada have their own charging standards, which vary according to several factors: what major to study, whether it is an international student or a domestic student, an undergraduate or a graduate student. According to the latest report of Statistics Canada, in 20 19/2020, the tuition fees of domestic undergraduates in Canada decreased by 5.3% on average, while the tuition fees of international undergraduates increased by 7.6%.

The average annual tuition fee for Canadian citizens is 6,463 Canadian dollars for undergraduates and 7,056 Canadian dollars for masters.

1. Undergraduate tuition

According to Statistics Canada, the average tuition fee for international undergraduate students in the 20 19/20 academic year is 297 14 Canadian dollars (about 22,500 US dollars) per year. The tuition fees of humanities are generally cheaper (the average is $5,542), while those of engineering and medicine are more expensive (the average for dentistry is $265,438+0,717, or about $65,438+06,446), and that for medicine is $65,438+04,0/62. The cost of business and management courses is lower than the national average, which is 6,827 Canadian dollars (about 5 170 US dollars) per year.

2. Master's tuition

Postgraduate tuition fees are generally low, which varies according to your courses. Statistics Canada estimates that in 20 19/20 years, the average tuition fee for international graduate students will be 17744 Canadian dollars, or about 13437 US dollars. An increase of 4% over last year.

Executive MBA courses are usually the most expensive, with an average tuition fee of about 56,328 Canadian dollars (about 42,657 US dollars), while the average tuition fee of ordinary MBA courses is about 27,397 Canadian dollars (about 20,747 US dollars).

Second, the cost of living in Canada.

Canadian student visa requires that you must have at least 10000 Canadian dollars (about 7570 US dollars; Or the cost of studying in Quebec is 65,438+0.65,438+0,000 Canadian dollars/about 8,300 US dollars), international students need to make more budgets for their living expenses. The cost of living will vary greatly according to your location and consumption habits, and the cost of living in big cities is usually higher.

The University of Montreal estimates that students need 65,438+04,700 Canadian dollars a year, including housing, food, accommodation, books and course supplies, telephone and miscellaneous expenses. Similarly, the University of British Columbia in Vancouver estimates that the annual cost of living in Canada is 1.55 million Canadian dollars, which does not include compulsory medical insurance. According to BC's medical insurance plan, the annual medical insurance cost in Canada is 864 Canadian dollars.

According to Mercer 20 19 Cost of Living Survey, Toronto is the cost of living city in Canada, followed by Vancouver, and the rents in both cities are particularly high.

The costs of the three main types of student accommodation (boarding, university accommodation and private accommodation) vary greatly. Students have to pay about 3000-7500 Canadian dollars (about 227 1-5680 dollars) for campus accommodation every year. Private shared accommodation costs about 8,400 Canadian dollars (about 636 1 USD) per year, plus bills. University accommodation is usually cheaper, and some universities offer meal plans that allow you to buy food from the school grocery store.

The following are some examples of the average cost of living in Canada, selected from Numbeo in June 20 19:

Eating out: per person 16 Canadian dollars (about 12 US dollars).

Local public transport one-way ticket: around 3 yuan (about $2.27).

A loaf of bread: about 2.86 Canadian dollars (about 2. 17 US dollars)

Movie ticket: 13.50 Canadian dollars (about 10.22 US dollars).

Monthly fitness fee: 48.25 Canadian dollars (about 36.54 US dollars)

International students need to buy compulsory medical insurance during their study in Canada, which costs about 600-800 Canadian dollars (about 455-607 US dollars) every year. You should also budget for extra expenses, such as buying cotton-padded jackets for the coming winter.

3. Canadian student visa and application fee

To study in Canada, you need to obtain a Canadian study permit, which can be used as a student visa during your stay. If your course or program lasts six months or less, you don't need a Canadian study permit. The cost of applying for a study permit is about 150 Canadian dollars (about 1 14 US dollars).

The cost of applying to a Canadian university will vary according to the school and your country of origin. For example, the University of British Columbia charges Canadian undergraduates 70.50 Canadian dollars (about 53.40 US dollars) and international students 1 18.50 Canadian dollars (about 89.70 US dollars). If you are an international student from a developing country, your expenses may be reduced.

Fourth, financial aid for studying in Canada.

International students who want to study in Canada, whether undergraduate or graduate, can get scholarships, grants and general grants. These include specific scholarships for sports and academic achievements, as well as scholarships for specific disciplines.

Many universities in Canada have their own scholarships, so you can also apply for scholarships offered by the universities you plan to attend. In any case, it is important to apply as soon as possible, because scholarship funding is limited and competition is fierce. International applicants are also advised to study the scholarship opportunities offered by their own organizations.

Verb (abbreviation for verb) Student work in Canada

When studying in Canada, I want to find a part-time job to support myself. I can work on or off campus for 20 hours during my college years, and work full-time during my breaks such as winter vacation or summer vacation, without a work permit.

To qualify, you must:

Do you have a valid study permit?

Become a full-time student

Enter a designated learning institution, with a college degree or above.

You are studying an academic, vocational or professional training course, and the duration of your degree, diploma or certificate is at least six months.

In order to work in Canada or get benefits and services from government projects, you also need a social security number (SIN) provided by Services Canada.