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Admission Requirements to Study in Canada

International students are increasingly opting to study in Canada. With over 642,000 international students, Canada is one of the top five study destinations in the world. Undergraduate courses, postgraduate degrees, and short-term courses are all available in Canada. Admission to Canada requires language proficiency test results like GRE, IELTS, TOEFL, etc. Prospective candidates must have a good GMAT score to apply to business programmes such as the MBA in Canada. SOPs, LORs, and other documents will also be required to support your application and lead you through the admissions process. 

Why study in Canada?

Here are the top reasons Canada is the best choice for Indian students.

  • Academic excellence
  • Ample research opportunities
  • Affordable tuitions fees & living expenses
  • Excellent Education System
  • Quality of Life
  • Immigration benefits
  • Get a long-term ROI (Return on Investment)
  • Cultural diversity
  • Safe and peaceful
  • Earn while you learn
  • Vibrant campus life
  • Adventures
  • Post-Study Work Permit Opportunities

Best Universities to Study in Canada

The listed Canadian institutions have been ranked based on their quality of education, acceptance rate, research performance and much more.

S. No

Name of University

QS Ranking

Programs Offered

IELTS Requirement

Average tuition fees in CAD

1

University of Toronto

26

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

7.0

CAD 54,900 - CAD 68,750

2

McGill University

27

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

6.5

CAD 15,000 - CAD 60,000

3

University of British Columbia

46

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

6.5

CAD 38,000 - CAD 58,000

4

University of Montreal

111

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

6.5

CAD 18,000 - CAD 30,000

5

University of Alberta

126

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

6.5

CAD 8000 - CAD 34,000

6

McMaster University

140

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

6.5

CAD 22,000 - CAD 43,000

7

University of Waterloo

149

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

6.5

CAD 40,000 - CAD 61,000

8

Western University

170

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

6.5

CAD 18,000 - CAD 25,000

9

University of Ottawa

230

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

6.5

CAD 36,000 - CAD 46,000

10

University of Calgary

235

UG, PG, PhD, Diploma

6.5

CAD 30,000 - CAD 80,000

Application process to study in Canada

The admission process to study in Canada depends upon the courses and degree.

Here we have listed the general admission process to study UG, PG, PhD, or MBA degrees.

  1. Browse the course you want to study from Canadian Institutions.
  2. Check the intakes for your preferred courses.
  3. Browse the preferred university website and check the application deadline and requirements.
  4. Apply to the university application portal and pay the application fees.
  5. Submit the documents when you're applying to your preferred university.
  6. Wait for the admission result.
  7. Apply for Canada Student Visa.
  8. Apply for the scholarships.

Document Requirements to Study in Canada

The Document Requirements to Study in Canada may vary depending on the course and programmes.

Here are the general requirements to study in Canada.

For Bachelor's

  • Academic Certificate or Diploma (if required)
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letter of Recommendation from Professors
  • SAT Scores, if needed
  • Scanned copy of the passport
  • Canada student visa

For Master's or PhD

  • Graduation Certificate
  • GRE Score- General or Subject-wise, depending on your course.
  • Statement of Purpose- Depends on your course of study and the university that you have applied.
  • 2 Academic Letters of Recommendation
  • Updated CV
  • Scanned copy of the passport
  • Canada student visa

For MBA

  • Graduation Certificate
  • GMAT Score Card
  • The latest resume with at least 2-3 years of work experience is mentioned.
  • Essay
  • 2 Professional Letters of Recommendation
  • Scanned copy of the passport
  • Canada student visa
  • Updated CV or resume
  • Proof of finance availability

Admission Requirements to Study in Canada

Bachelor's Program

Master's Program

  • IELTS: 6.0
  • A good score in Bachelor's program

Diploma Program

  • IELTS: 6.0
  • 60% in grade 1

MBA Program

  • IELTS: 6.5
  • GMAT: 500
  • A good score in Bachelor's
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Work experience

MBBS Program

  • IELTS: 6.5
  • MCAT: 125 in each section
  • A good score in grade 12
  • Letter of recommendation
  • Essay
  • Resume

Doctoral Program

  • IELTS: 7.5
  • At least 80% of Master's program
  • CV/Resume
  • Research Statement
  • Letter of recommendation

English Language proficiency test requirements to Study in Canada

Canada is an English-speaking country, and as such, international students must take an English language test to study there. IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is people's most preferred English language test.

Students must achieve a minimum of 5.5 in each band and 6.0 overall to be able to apply for a student visa to Canada.

The following is the common minimum score required to study in Canada:


Undergraduate Courses in Canada
[Bachelor’s, Diploma or Short-term]


Postgraduate Courses in Canada
[PG Diploma/Masters]


Student Direct Stream (SDS)

IELTS Overall: Minimum 6 IELTS
Each Band: No less than 5.5

TOEFL: 90 to 110

PTE: Minimum of 50

PTE Band Score: no less than 53

IELTS Overall: Minimum of 6.5 IELTS
Each Band: No less than 5.5 or 6.0 depending on the institution.

TOEFL: 90 to 110

PTE: Minimum of 53

PTE Band Score: no less than 53

IELTS Overall: Minimum of 6.0
Each Band: No less than 6.0

TOEFL: 90 to 110

PTE: Minimum of 53

PTE Band Score: no less than 53

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