What is the cheapest option among these co-op programs?

Business Administration at Humber College in Toronto, Ontario, at CAD $16,400 a year in tuition. The highest in this list is Software Engineering (Co-op) at University of Waterloo, at CAD $73,000 a year. Fees change every year, so confirm the current fee on the school site before you apply.

How much do co-op programs in Canada cost for international students?

Across the 80 programs in this list with a published fee, the middle tuition is CAD $33,750 a year. Tuition is only part of the cost. For a study permit you must also show money for living costs: CAD $23,448 for a single applicant from 1 September 2026, plus your first-year tuition and travel.

When do co-op programs start?

In this list, September: 80 programs, January: 19 programs and May: 4 programs. Many schools close applications for international students months before the start date, so check the deadline on the school site early.

Do these programs lead to a post-graduation work permit (PGWP)?

Not always. It depends on the school, the program, its length and, for many college programs, the field of study. Each program above shows its PGWP status as we have it on record. Confirm with the school, and use our free PGWP checker before you pay a deposit.

Co-op Programs in Canada for International Students

Written by NextMovePath editorial teamLast updated: February 7, 2026

We list 80 co-op programs in Canada at 31 schools in Ontario, British Columbia, Quebec and 6 more provinces.

Tuition for international students runs from CAD $16,400 to CAD $73,000 a year. The middle program costs CAD $33,750.

Start dates: September (all), January (19) and May (4).

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Programs: 80
Schools: 31
Lowest tuition: CAD $16,400
Middle tuition: CAD $33,750
Most common start: September

All 80 programs, lowest tuition first

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.

Business Administration
Humber College
Toronto, Ontario
CAD $16,400
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Advanced Diploma
Length
3 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
Business Administration
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario
CAD $16,600
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Advanced Diploma
Length
3 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
Computer Programming
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario
CAD $16,600
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Diploma
Length
2 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
Business Administration
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
CAD $16,800
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BBA
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
CAD $16,800
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 65% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Business Administration - Accounting
Centennial College
Toronto, Ontario
CAD $17,100
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Advanced Diploma
Length
3 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Software Engineering Technology
Centennial College
Toronto, Ontario
CAD $17,100
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Advanced Diploma
Length
3 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Business Administration - Accounting
Conestoga College
Kitchener, Ontario
CAD $17,450
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Advanced Diploma
Length
3 years
Intakes
Starts: January, May, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
Computer Programming/Analysis
Conestoga College
Kitchener, Ontario
CAD $17,450
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Diploma
Length
2 years
Intakes
Starts: January, May, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Conestoga College
Kitchener, Ontario
CAD $17,450
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Advanced Diploma
Length
3 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
Hospitality and Tourism Management
George Brown College
Toronto, Ontario
CAD $18,150
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Diploma
Length
2 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Systems Technology - Software Development and Network Engineering
Sheridan College
Mississauga, Ontario
CAD $19,200
tuition per year, international
Level
College Diploma · Advanced Diploma
Length
3 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.0 out of 4 · 60% average · IELTS 6.0
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
Business Administration
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, New Brunswick
CAD $19,600
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BBA
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 65% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, New Brunswick
CAD $19,600
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 65% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Business Administration
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador
CAD $20,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 65% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador
CAD $20,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 65% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador
CAD $20,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
5 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 65% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Asper School of Business
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba
CAD $21,400
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 68% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba
CAD $21,400
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 68% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, New Brunswick
CAD $21,500
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BScEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 65% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba
CAD $23,500
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 68% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Administration des affaires (Business Administration)
Université Laval
Quebec, Quebec
CAD $28,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BAA
Length
3 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 68% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Génie (Engineering)
Université Laval
Quebec, Quebec
CAD $28,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.8 out of 4 · 72% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Informatique (Computer Science)
Université Laval
Quebec, Quebec
CAD $28,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
3 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.8 out of 4 · 72% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Commerce
Dalhousie University
Halifax, Nova Scotia
CAD $28,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science
Dalhousie University
Halifax, Nova Scotia
CAD $28,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario
CAD $28,500
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Commerce
University of Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia
CAD $29,600
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 73% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science (Co-op)
University of Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia
CAD $29,600
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 73% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science (Co-op)
Brock University
Hamilton, Ontario
CAD $30,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Goodman School of Business - Accounting
Brock University
Hamilton, Ontario
CAD $30,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BAcc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering
Dalhousie University
Halifax, Nova Scotia
CAD $30,500
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science
University of Windsor
Windsor, Ontario
CAD $30,800
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 73% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Odette School of Business - Commerce
University of Windsor
Windsor, Ontario
CAD $30,800
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.5 out of 4 · 70% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario
CAD $31,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 72% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering (Co-op)
University of Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia
CAD $31,400
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 73% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Haskayne School of Business - Commerce
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
CAD $32,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 75% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science (Co-op)
Concordia University
Montréal, Quebec
CAD $33,300
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 75% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering (Various)
Concordia University
Montréal, Quebec
CAD $33,300
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 75% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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John Molson School of Business - Commerce
Concordia University
Montréal, Quebec
CAD $33,300
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 72% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering
University of Windsor
Windsor, Ontario
CAD $34,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BASc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 73% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
CAD $36,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 78% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
CAD $36,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 78% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Business Administration (BBA)
Wilfrid Laurier University
Brantford, Ontario
CAD $36,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BBA
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 80% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science
Wilfrid Laurier University
Brantford, Ontario
CAD $36,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 78% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Sprott School of Business - Commerce
Carleton University
Ottawa, Ontario
CAD $36,900
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 75% average · IELTS 6.5
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Beedie School of Business
Simon Fraser University (SFU)
Burnaby, Surrey, Vancouver, British Columbia
CAD $37,442
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BBA
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, May, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 75% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science (Co-op)
Simon Fraser University (SFU)
Burnaby, Surrey, Vancouver, British Columbia
CAD $37,442
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: January, May, September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 75% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering Science (Co-op)
Simon Fraser University (SFU)
Burnaby, Surrey, Vancouver, British Columbia
CAD $37,442
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BASc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.3 out of 4 · 80% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Engineering
York University
Toronto, Ontario
CAD $38,200
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 78% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Biological Science
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario
CAD $38,900
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 2.7 out of 4 · 75% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science (Co-op)
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario
CAD $38,900
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 78% average · IELTS 6.5
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Business - Accounting
University of Alberta
Camrose, Alberta
CAD $39,500
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 78% average · IELTS 6.5
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Computer Science
University of Alberta
Camrose, Alberta
CAD $39,500
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 80% average · IELTS 6.5
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Engineering
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario
CAD $42,700
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 78% average · IELTS 6.5
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Mechanical Engineering
University of Alberta
Camrose, Alberta
CAD $43,300
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 80% average · IELTS 6.5
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Computer Science (Co-op)
Carleton University
Ottawa, Ontario
CAD $43,800
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 78% average · IELTS 6.5
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Engineering (Various)
Carleton University
Ottawa, Ontario
CAD $50,500
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 78% average · IELTS 6.5
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Computer Science
Western University
London, Ontario
CAD $50,900
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.3 out of 4 · 83% average · IELTS 6.5
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Computer Science
McMaster University
Hamilton, Ontario
CAD $52,435
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.5 out of 4 · 87% average · IELTS 6.5
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DeGroote School of Business - Commerce
McMaster University
Hamilton, Ontario
CAD $52,435
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.3 out of 4 · 84% average · IELTS 6.5
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Data Science
University of Toronto
Mississauga, Ontario
CAD $52,560
tuition per year, international
Level
Master's Degree · MScAC
Length
16 months
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.3 out of 4 · 80% average · IELTS 7.0
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Engineering
Western University
London, Ontario
CAD $55,400
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BESc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.3 out of 4 · 83% average · IELTS 6.5
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Computer Science
Queen’s University
Kingston, Ontario
CAD $55,500
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.5 out of 4 · 87% average · IELTS 6.5
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Engineering
Queen’s University
Kingston, Ontario
CAD $57,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BASc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.5 out of 4 · 87% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
Engineering (General First Year)
McMaster University
Hamilton, Ontario
CAD $58,935
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.5 out of 4 · 87% average · IELTS 6.5
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Computer Science
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Kelowna, Vancouver, British Columbia
CAD $59,514
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.5 out of 4 · 86% average · IELTS 6.5
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Mechanical Engineering
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Kelowna, Vancouver, British Columbia
CAD $59,514
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BASc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.5 out of 4 · 86% average · IELTS 6.5
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Sauder School of Business - Commerce
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Kelowna, Vancouver, British Columbia
CAD $59,514
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCom
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.5 out of 4 · 86% average · IELTS 6.5
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Data Science (Co-op)
University of Waterloo
Breslau, Ontario
CAD $60,600
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BMath
Length
5 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.8 out of 4 · 93% average · IELTS 6.5
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Mathematics / Financial Analysis & Risk Management
University of Waterloo
Breslau, Ontario
CAD $60,600
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BMath
Length
5 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.7 out of 4 · 88% average · IELTS 6.5
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Computer Science
McGill University
Montréal, Quebec
CAD $63,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.5 out of 4 · 90% average · IELTS 6.5
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Mechanical Engineering
McGill University
Montréal, Quebec
CAD $65,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BEng
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.5 out of 4 · 90% average · IELTS 6.5
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Computer Science
University of Toronto
Mississauga, Ontario
CAD $65,410
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BSc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.8 out of 4 · 90% average · IELTS 6.5
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Master of Data Science
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Kelowna, Vancouver, British Columbia
CAD $67,572
tuition per year, international
Level
Master's Degree · MDS
Length
10 months
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.0 out of 4 · 76% average · IELTS 6.5
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Electrical & Computer Engineering
University of Toronto
Mississauga, Ontario
CAD $70,060
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BASc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.7 out of 4 · 90% average · IELTS 6.5
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Mechanical Engineering
University of Toronto
Mississauga, Ontario
CAD $70,060
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BASc
Length
4 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.7 out of 4 · 90% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Computer Science (Co-op)
University of Waterloo
Breslau, Ontario
CAD $73,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BCS
Length
5 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.9 out of 4 · 95% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Mechanical Engineering (Co-op)
University of Waterloo
Breslau, Ontario
CAD $73,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BASc
Length
5 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.7 out of 4 · 90% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Software Engineering (Co-op)
University of Waterloo
Breslau, Ontario
CAD $73,000
tuition per year, international
Level
Bachelor's Degree · BASc
Length
5 years
Intakes
Starts: September
Co-op
Co-op option
Published minimums: GPA 3.9 out of 4 · 95% average · IELTS 6.5
We'll confirm this program's post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility before you apply.
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Co-op programs: common questions

: Business Administration at Humber College in Toronto, Ontario, at CAD $16,400 a year in tuition. The highest in this list is Software Engineering (Co-op) at University of Waterloo, at CAD $73,000 a year. Fees change every year, so confirm the current fee on the school site before you apply.
: Across the 80 programs in this list with a published fee, the middle tuition is CAD $33,750 a year. Tuition is only part of the cost. For a study permit you must also show money for living costs: CAD $23,448 for a single applicant from 1 September 2026, plus your first-year tuition and travel.
: In this list, September: 80 programs, January: 19 programs and May: 4 programs. Many schools close applications for international students months before the start date, so check the deadline on the school site early.
: Not always. It depends on the school, the program, its length and, for many college programs, the field of study. Each program above shows its PGWP status as we have it on record. Confirm with the school, and use our free PGWP checker before you pay a deposit.

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Co-op Programs in Canada for International Students

All 80 programs, lowest tuition first

Business Administration

Business Administration

Computer Programming

Business Administration

Computer Science

Business Administration - Accounting

Software Engineering Technology

Business Administration - Accounting

Computer Programming/Analysis

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Hospitality and Tourism Management

Computer Systems Technology - Software Development and Network Engineering

Business Administration

Computer Science

Business Administration

Computer Science

Engineering

Asper School of Business

Computer Science

Engineering

Engineering

Administration des affaires (Business Administration)

Génie (Engineering)

Informatique (Computer Science)

Commerce

Computer Science

Computer Science

Commerce

Computer Science (Co-op)

Computer Science (Co-op)

Goodman School of Business - Accounting

Engineering

Computer Science

Odette School of Business - Commerce

Engineering

Engineering (Co-op)

Haskayne School of Business - Commerce

Computer Science (Co-op)

Engineering (Various)

John Molson School of Business - Commerce

Engineering

Computer Science

Engineering

Business Administration (BBA)

Computer Science

Sprott School of Business - Commerce

Beedie School of Business

Computer Science (Co-op)

Engineering Science (Co-op)

Engineering

Biological Science

Computer Science (Co-op)

Business - Accounting

Computer Science

Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Science (Co-op)

Engineering (Various)

Computer Science

Computer Science

DeGroote School of Business - Commerce

Data Science

Engineering

Computer Science

Engineering

Engineering (General First Year)

Computer Science

Mechanical Engineering

Sauder School of Business - Commerce

Data Science (Co-op)

Mathematics / Financial Analysis & Risk Management

Computer Science

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Science

Master of Data Science

Electrical & Computer Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Computer Science (Co-op)