Every year, Canada welcomes hundreds of thousands of international students from around the globe. When you study in Canada, you invest in your future.
The country has tripled its international student population over the past decade, thanks to its globally recognized universities offering a world-class education, highly practical programs with hands-on learning, and some of the most affordable tuition fees among English-speaking countries.
International students in Canada can work part-time to support living expenses and gain work experience. No work permit is needed, but their study permit must state they can work. Students can work up to 20 hours per week off-campus during the semester and 40 hours during vacations.
Many courses offer co-op programs lasting 12-17 weeks, providing practical experience. After graduation, students can stay and work in Canada with an Open Work Permit for up to 3 years.
The application requirements for Canadian educational institutions vary by university and course. Students should carefully review study permit guidelines. Major intakes are in September and January, with limited programs in April and May.
For a Canadian student visa, you typically need the following documents:
