FAQs
English proficiency (IELTS or equivalent), academic results and financial solvency are the three main requirements for admission to any Canadian institution. Depending on the programs and institutions, there are additional requirements. You also need a study permit or student visa to come to Canada.
Typically, IELTS overall scores of 6.5 (7 for some graduate programs) or TOEFL (iBT) overall scores between 70.0 and 90.0 for admission consideration. However, different programs may have different requirements.
No. Most Canadian higher education institutions accept TOEFL, PTE (Pearson English Language Test) and CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) scores.
English proficiency test is mandatory for those whose mother tongue is not English. However, one can take the pathway program to take English language courses for some undergraduate programs before entering the main program.
The minimum GPA should be 65% or equivalent. Typically, most Canadian institutions take into consideration only the grades in the student’s last two years of study. However, Admission requirements can vary by program, institution, applicant’s nationality, and educational background. Admission requirements may change over time.
For undergraduate program Year-10 and Year-12 certificates and transcripts, scanned copies of your passport information pages. For a Master’s or post-graduate program, bachelor’s transcript and certificate or diploma certificates.
No. You only have to submit scanned copies of your documents with the university or college application form. You will have to show your original copies at a later date. However, some institutions ask for the certificate and transcripts to be sent from the degree-awarding institutions from your host country.
There are not usually not required for admission to undergraduate levels. For a Master’s or any professional degree application, institutions may ask for either an academic or professional letter of recommendation. This may apply when there is a study gap, and the program is aimed at professional development. Some institutions, however, instead of a letter of recommendation, asked for a list of three references with who institutions can directly contact for a reference.
Usually five years. However, many institutions may accept a longer study gap if you can justify it in your statement of purpose, explaining why this degree or skills you need at this point of your career.
You may need to submit your CV or resume under two circumstances: 1) you have an unusual study gap, and 2) you must show your work experience for the program.
If the admission requires you to show proof of your creative work or previous work experience, you must submit those documents.
Yes, you can. However, you will have to pay fees for each application.
This is a form you have to sign to consent that the information can be shared with third parties for academic/admission purposes.
There are three semesters in most Canadian higher education institutions – Fall (September-December), Winter (January-April) and Summer (May-August). Therefore, most institutions advise students to start the application process at least six to nine months ahead of their intended semester.
No. Admission to the university or college and the study permit or visa are separate processes. You can say that admission is the prerequisite to applying for a study permit. Once you are accepted to an institution and complete the admission process, the academic institutions issue an offer letter with which you can apply to the Canadian High Commission for a study permit. We recommend students apply for study permits through licensed and experienced immigration consultants.
Accurate and acceptable financial statements, statements of purpose and the country tie are crucial documents and other requirements. We advise students to consult an immigration lawyer or consultant who can process their visa application professionally. However, if you are confident enough to make your application, you are free to do so.
You will have an additional three months after completing your academic program. After that, your study permit becomes invalid within 90 days after the completion date of your studies.
