Top 6 Reasons for International Students to Study in Canada

July 26th, 2023 at 02:46 am

Top 6 Reasons for International Students to Study in Canada

Canada is one of the most popular places for students from other countries who want to study abroad. The country is known for having a world-class education system and a wide range of study options for students at all levels.

If you’re thinking about studying abroad, the fact that some of the best universities in the world are in Canada is reason enough to put it on your list of places to study. The U.S. News & World Report’s Best Global Universities 2022 compared universities in 90 countries and found that nine Canadian universities are among the top 200 in the world.

Canada is a great place to study for a lot of reasons besides the quality of the education and the rankings of the schools. This article compares some of the most popular places to study and lists six things that make Canada one of the best places in the world for students from other countries.

Why is Canada a good place to go to school?

1. Study programs are cheaper than in other countries

If you are an international student, one of the main things that may help you decide where to study may be the cost of tuition. Education abroad can be very expensive, but the average tuition fee for study programs in Canada is lower than in other popular study destinations like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

2. Life in Canada is better and costs less than in the U.S.

Studying abroad requires more than tuition. University fees, health insurance, and other non-tuition fees are also required. While in school, you must budget for rent, food, transportation, phone bills, and more. International students in Canada spend $19,000–$28,000 on living costs in their first year. This includes food, transportation, insurance, books, and personal expenses. Study permits, student visas, and school application fees are also required.

In comparison to New York City, Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Australia have a cost of living plus rent indices of 54.62, 57.60, 53.24, and 61.51, respectively. Canada is cheaper than the U.S. and Australia. The U.K. is slightly cheaper than Canada, but university cities may cost more.

Education, health care, jobs, job security, the environment, and personal freedom determine the quality of life. Canada was the 2021 Best Country to Live. The U.S. and U.K. were not in the top ten, but Australia was sixth.

3. Getting into Canadian study programs may be easier.

Canadian universities and colleges are easier to get into. International students’ high school grades are considered when applying to Canadian bachelor’s programs. International students applying to U.S. undergraduate programs must also score well on the SAT or ACT, and their development outside of the classroom is prioritized. If you prioritize grades over these other factors, you may have a better chance of getting into a Canadian university. Australia and the UK use Canada’s eligibility rules.

Also, Canadian universities tend to have a higher acceptance rate than similarly ranked U.S. universities, so you have a better chance of getting into the school and program of your choice.

4. Ample post-graduate job opportunities in Canada

As an international student, you may consider whether you can work there after graduation. This usually involves getting a work permit and finding a good job after high school or college.

Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) are easy to get in Canada and can be applied for within 180 days of graduation. If you studied full-time at a DLI with a valid study permit for at least eight months, you may be eligible for a work permit. Depending on your study program, your Canadian work permit can last eight months to three years. Thus, Canadian Bachelor’s graduates may qualify for a three-year PGWP.

The Canadian PGWP allows you to work in any field, regardless of your major. Job search time is unlimited. International students find work in Canada easier after graduating. PGWP holders can work part-time, full-time, or start a business in Canada.

International students who finish their undergraduate or graduate program in the UK on a valid student visa or Tier 4 (General) student visa are eligible for post-graduate work permits or Graduate visas. Two-year visas are typical. Only international PhD graduates can get a three-year work permit. Any student can work with this visa.

International students with an F-1 visa who have completed a one-year U.S. study program can apply for a one-year Optional Practical Training to gain work experience related to their studies. STEM students can extend OPT by 24 months. International students on OPT must find and start a job within three months of graduating. Your employer can enter the H-1B work visa lottery once a year during OPT. The H-1B visa lottery means not everyone who applies will get it.

5. Multicultural classrooms and workforce

Another good thing about studying in Canada is that most of the time, you’ll be in a multicultural classroom. When you graduate, you’ll also be working in a diverse workplace. Canada welcomes students from all over the world, so you’ll have the chance to stay in touch with your roots and learn about other cultures. As an international student, learning about cultural differences in the classroom creates an environment of acceptance and respect, which will help you be more ready for the global workforce when you graduate.

At Canada’s best university, the University of Toronto, for example, about 21% of the students are from outside of Canada. They come from 168 different countries to study in Canada. In contrast, between 11% and 17% of the students at the best U.S. universities are from outside the country.

6. Canadian immigration pathways for international students

International students choose Canada because it’s easier to move and get PR after your program. You can immigrate to Canada through Express Entry streams like the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW), and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). Your Canadian education may earn you more Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points.

Some streams require a Postgraduate Work Permit to work in Canada. International students who studied in Canada can apply to many Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). After 12–24 months in Canada, you can apply for Permanent Residence.

After getting PR, you can apply for citizenship based on your time in Canada as an international student or temporary foreign worker.

By 2023, Canada wants over 400,000 permanent residents. Canadian degrees and diplomas boost PR chances. The U.S. issues fewer green cards, so even if you qualify, you may have to wait a long time depending on your birthplace. To get an “indefinite leave to remain (ILR) Visa” in the UK, work for five years after graduating.

Final Words

As an international student, it’s a big decision to choose a country to go to college in. You’ll need to think about not only how good the universities and study programs are, but also how easy it will be to find work and stay in the country after you graduate. Canada is one of the best places for international students to study because it has a world-class education system and makes it easy to move there.

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