Canada
Canada is a huge country of diverse peoples, lifestyles and landscapes. It offers a multiplicity of top quality education programs of interest to international students. Many Canadian educational institutions provide special services for international students, designed to assist them to integrate into the academic community and to help them throughout their stay.
Our services are directed towards assessing and matching students from India with the requirements, academic offerings, and resources of Canadian universities. Pruners International assists students through the entire application process, from identifying the right program of study to final enrollment.
Beyond your study visa, we can also guide you on related Canadian pathways once you're ready: Canada Immigration and Visitor Visa.
Why Study in Canada?
1 World-Class Education Standards
From elementary school through post-secondary study, Canada is known for high educational standards and well-trained faculty who bring diverse perspectives to the classroom. Several Canadian universities regularly rank among the world's top 250 institutions.
2 Safe, Welcoming Communities
Canada's reputation for being warm and welcoming holds up in practice — it's consistently rated one of the safest countries in the world for international students, from major cities to smaller towns.
3 High Quality of Life
Canada regularly ranks at or near the top globally for quality of life, and several of its cities are recognised among the world's best for students, making it a genuinely good place to live and study, not just to earn a degree.
4 Strong Career Outcomes
Canada tracks graduate outcomes closely, and both domestic and international graduates tend to see strong earning potential — supported by a labour market that has added over a million jobs in the past decade.
5 Comparatively Affordable Tuition
Among English-speaking study destinations, Canada is known for comparatively lower university tuition fees. Costs still vary widely by city and program, so it's worth budgeting carefully for tuition and living expenses in the location you choose.
Admission Requirements
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS), the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), and the Pearson Test of English (PTE) are all standardized language examinations that must be taken in order to be considered for college entrance. These have a variety of formats, structures, and outcome bands. These examinations differ in a variety of ways, but many colleges will accept any of the results. As a result, the student must choose which exam to take.
Cost of Studying in Canada
Tuition varies significantly by university, course, and city. As a rough guide, undergraduate programs average around Rs 19.65 lakh per year, while postgraduate programs average around Rs 11.32 lakh per year — but always confirm current fees directly with your shortlisted institution, as they change from year to year.
Full and partial-tuition scholarships are available for international students at some institutions, and part-time scholarships typically range from CAD $2,000 to $5,000. It's also worth checking with your home country's Ministry of Education for overseas scholarship options.
Admission and Application Process
- With relation to the course, all students must have the required English language proficiency.
- Covering Letter, Application Fees, Application Form, Statement of Purpose, Essays, Resume, LOR, Transcripts, Mark Sheets & Certificates, Bank Statement, Affidavit of Financial Statements, Test Score Report, etc.
- Once you've decided on an institution and a course, meet with an education consultant to begin the visa application process.
Scholarships are available at some Canadian universities for students who have excelled academically. The institution determines the amount and type of reward. Scholarships in Canada are extremely competitive, and all applications must be submitted directly to the institution.
Work
International students in Canada can work part-time on and off campus to supplement their income, with competitive pay and a healthy work-life balance. That said, it's wise to have enough savings to cover your expenses independently, since finding work isn't guaranteed.
Work On Campus
You can work on-campus at the university where you are pursuing your post-secondary education. You can work up to 20 hours per week during your studies and full time during your vacations, depending on your eligibility. On-campus employment is defined as work done in buildings that the educational institution owns, leases, or rents.
Work Off Campus
International students must have a valid off-campus work permit in order to work while studying. You must be a full-time student at a publicly-funded post-secondary institution or a private institution allowed to award degrees by provincial statute to be eligible for off-campus.
Internships and Co-operative
Finding an internship in your field is an important step toward achieving your career objectives. It's always a good idea to get some hands-on experience in the sector while you're studying for a specific course, especially if it's on the international level. Gaining industrial experience can help you gain a better understanding of the sector and the scope of your chosen degree.
While taking classes, several courses require students to work as part of their studies. Few courses require professional experience to graduate, and students will receive their diploma only after demonstrating relevant work experience, either on or off school. Internship or co-op employment is a type of work that allows you to get experience in a specific field.
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