Study Programs in Canada for International Students
Written by NextMovePath editorial teamLast updated:
We list 131 programs for international students at 37 schools in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and 6 more provinces.
Tuition runs from CAD $6,450 to CAD $75,712 a year. The middle program costs CAD $30,800.
Pick a field, province, level, start date or budget below to compare programs side by side. Every program links to the school page so you can check it yourself.
- Programs
- 131
- Schools
- 37
- Provinces
- 9
- Lowest tuition
- CAD $6,450
- Middle tuition
- CAD $30,800
- With co-op
- 80
Tuition and minimums come from each school's published information, checked on February 7, 2026. Confirm with the school before you apply. Minimums are not offers.
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How to choose a program you will not regret
The cheapest program is not always the safest. Before you pay a deposit, check these five things.
Check the program leads to a work permit
A program that does not qualify for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) can end your path to PR before it starts. Check this first.
Use the free PGWP checkerKnow the PGWP rules for your level
Length, field of study and language test rules differ for college and university programs.
Read the PGWP guideBudget for more than tuition
You must show money for living costs on top of first-year tuition and travel. Many applicants underestimate this.
See the full cost of studyingMake sure the school is a DLI
Only a designated learning institution can accept you for a study permit, and not every DLI program leads to a PGWP.
DLI list explainedCheck the notes for your country
Processing times and common refusal reasons depend on where you apply from.
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Study programs in Canada: FAQ
- In our list, tuition runs from CAD $6,450 to CAD $75,712 a year, and the middle program costs CAD $30,800. College diplomas usually cost less than university degrees. You must also show money for living costs: CAD $23,448 for a single applicant from 1 September 2026.
- September has the most choice. In our list, 131 programs start in September, 36 programs start in January and 8 programs start in May. January is a good second option if you miss September. Apply early, since study permit processing takes time.
- Not every program does. The school must be a designated learning institution with PGWP-eligible programs, the program must be long enough, and many college programs must be in an eligible field. Check each program on our PGWP checker before you pay a deposit.
- No. We only show minimums a person on our team has checked against the school page, and they are not offers. Schools can ask for more, and competitive programs often admit students well above the minimum.
Get a shortlist of programs that fit your grades and budget
Tell us your last degree, grades and budget. A team member replies within 1 business day with the programs you are most likely to get into, and what to check before you pay a deposit.