Major Streams
Accounting
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Architecture & Building
Business and Management
Communications
Computing and Information Technology
Creative Arts
Dentistry & Dental studies
Economics
Engineering & Technology
English Language for Overseas Students
Health Services & Rehabilitation
High School Studies
Hospitality, Tourism & Personal Services
Humanities & Social Sciences
Languages
Law, Justice & Security Studies
Mathematics
Medicine
Nursing
Pharmacy
Psychology
Sciences
Social & Community Services
Sport, Leisure & Recreation
Study & Work Skills Preparation
Qualifications Tests for English proficiency :
TOEFL, IELTS, GMAT, SAT, GRE, PTE
Note: Applicable as per the Course and Universities.
Scholarships to Study in Canada
1 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship
The Canadian Government has launched the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS)
Here are some key points about this scholarship:
You should first be enrolled in a PhD program at some Canadian university
The scholarship is valued at $50,000 per year for three years during doctoral studies
In order to be eligible, there are three equally weighted evaluation criteria: academic excellence, research potential, and leadership
Candidates must be nominated by the Canadian Institution at which they want to study
Around 200 students every year get this scholarship to study at the University of Toronto, the University of British Columbia, the University of Waterloo, the University of Alberta and nearly 100 other institutions
Evaluation Criteria
You will be evaluated and selected based on the following three criteria:
#1 Academic excellence, as demonstrated by your past academic results, transcripts, scholarships, awards and distinctions.
#2 Research potential, as demonstrated by your research history, your interest in research, the proposed research and its potential to advance knowledge of the field and its expected outcomes. Your research experience and its impact indicates your potential as a research leader of tomorrow.You should write about your personal characteristics such as critical thinking, application of knowledge, judgment, originality, initiative, autonomy and enthusiasm for research in your Personal Leadership Statement essay. You should have strong references to validate the same.In addition, your achievements in terms of collaborations, team work and mentoring would also be counted towards your contributions to research and training of highly qualified personnel.
#3 Leadership, which includes both demonstrated and potential leadership ability. You can demonstrate your leadership ability through:
#2 University of Waterloo International Master’s and Doctoral Awards
The International Master’s and Doctoral Student Awards at the University of Waterloo are great funding opportunities for international students. Here are the key points of this scholarship:
Eligible students must be enrolled full-time in research-based graduate degree programs at the University of Waterloo and hold a valid Canadian study permit
Students must meet the academic progress requirements of their program, and not have outstanding probationary admission requirements, or be concurrently receiving external awards or sponsorships, or be self-funded
Valued at $2,045 per term for 2 years (Master’s) or $4,090 per term for 3 years (PhD)In addition, there are many more scholarships available for international students that you can search for over here. Most of these scholarships are given based on scholastic excellence and demonstrated interest in pursuing research in specific areas.
Alan Plumtree Graduate Scholarship in Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering ($20,000)
Conrad Family Scholarships for Master’s in Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology (MBET) program ($10,000 to $20,000)
Devani Charities Graduate Engineering Entrance Scholarship ($1,500)
Emergency Loan – Interest-free emergency loans are available to full-time graduate students who are experiencing short-term financial difficulty
Hira and Kamal Ahuja International Graduate Scholarship ($20,000)
Jensen Hughes Graduate Fire Safety Award ($4,000)
Kevin Kimsa MBET Graduate Scholarship ($10,000)
Neelanjana Pal Memorial Scholarship ($3,250)
Norman Esch Graduate Scholarship ($10,000)
Roman Baldur Memorial Engineering Award ($2,250)
SNC-Lavalin Graduate Scholarship in Engineering ($5,000)
Stantec Graduate Scholarship in Civil Engineering ($3,000)
Robbert Hartog Graduate Scholarship
#3 Ontario Graduate Scholarship
The Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) program is funded by the provincial government to encourage excellence in graduate studies at the master’s and doctoral levels. It is a merit-based scholarship and awards are available to students, including international students, in all disciplines of academic study. Key points of this scholarship include:
It is valued at $15,000 per year
The minimum duration the scholarship may be held for is two consecutive terms
Be an international student studying in Ontario with a student study permit to be eligible for this award
Evaluation Criteria
Selection is based on the following three criteria:
#1 Academic Excellence, with a weight of 30-50% and as demonstrated by academic transcripts, list of competitive scholarships, awards and honors
#2 Research Ability and Potential in Program Study, with a weight of 30-50% and as demonstrated by publications, conferences, presentations and originality
#3 Communication and Leadership Ability, with a weight of 0-20%, and as demonstrated by a list of relevant volunteer, leadership and academic work experience
#4 Ontario Trillium Scholarship
Ontario Trillium Scholarship program aims to attract more of the best qualified international students to Ontario for their PhD studies. Here are the key points of this scholarship:
Each OTS is valued at $40,000 annually and is automatically renewable for an additional three years
Six new awardees are selected every year at Waterloo
Recipients must be international students, who hold a valid
Canadian study permit and must be intending to pursue full-time graduate studies at the doctoral level in a degree granting program
#5 University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships
The University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships (UMGF) are merit-based awards that are open to students of any nationality who will be registered as full-time graduate students (Masters or PhD) at the University of Manitoba.
The scholarship is valued at $18,000 (PhD) and $14,000 (Master’s) for a 12-month period
Students are eligible to receive fellowships for the first 24 months of their Master’s program and the first 48 months of their PhD program
Students with a minimum GPA of 3.75 (above B+) in each of the last two years of study at a recognized university based on a Bachelor, Master’s Graduate Diploma or a Doctoral Degree
Students in all fields of graduate study with the exception of those in the College of Medicine and in the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program are eligible to apply
#6 University of Calgary Graduate Awards
International students are eligible to apply for many of the awards administered through the University of Calgary Graduate Scholarship Office. Here are the key points of this scholarship:
You may apply for awards after you have submitted an application for admission and receive a University of Calgary student number.
⦁ You must apply for graduate awards; you are not automatically considered.
⦁ Scholarship value ranges from $1,000 to $40,000 and covers different fields of study
Additional Awards
Alberta Innovates
For students conducting research in the area of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), Nanotechnology, Genomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, Transcriptomics or Regulomics
Award value:$26,500 for master’s, up to two years and $31,500 for doctoral, up to four years
Open for international students
The following scholarships are offered at a value as high as $36,000, and are awarded through the annual Graduate Award Competition:
Izaak Walton Killam Doctoral Scholarships
Open Doctoral Scholarships
Special Awards
BursariesTo be eligible, students must have achieved a first-class average, as determined by the university issuing the transcripts, in the last two completed years of study (full-time equivalent). Only one application needs to be submitted by February 1. Results are announced between April and June for various awards.
#7 Trudeau Foundation Scholarships
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation doctoral scholarships in the humanities and social sciences are special in terms of scope and stature in the country. Here are the key points of this scholarship:
Each year, up to fifteen scholarships are awarded to Canadian and foreign doctoral candidates
Students, who are enrolled full-time and in their first or second year (or in the process of enrolling) of a doctoral program in the Humanities and Social Sciences, can apply
Its annual value is up to $60,000 per scholar for a maximum of three years
Its annual value is up to $60,000 per scholar for a maximum of three years
Up to one scholar in four per given year may be a non-Canadian (permanent resident or foreign national) enrolled full-time in a doctoral program at a Canadian institution. This applies in particular to students from emerging nations.
Fields of research in Humanities and Social Sciences for which this award is given: Human Rights and Dignity, Responsible Citizenship, Canada in the World, and People and their Natural Environment
#8 UBC Graduate Global Leadership Fellowships
The Graduate Global Leadership Fellowships enable promising leaders from developing countries to pursue doctoral studies at UBC. The fellowships aim to support international students showing outstanding leadership in humanitarian and development work in their home country. Here are the key points of this scholarship:
The scholarship value is $18,200 per year plus tuition for four years
Two new fellowships will be offered each year
Be a citizen of a developing country such as India
Evaluation Criteria
Selection is made based on the following criteria:
#1 Academic Excellence (30%) – As demonstrated by academic transcripts, awards and distinctions
#2 Research Ability / Potential (30%) – Quality of analytical skills, ability to think critically, ability to apply skills and knowledge, judgment, originality, initiative and autonomy, determination, and ability to complete projects within an appropriate period of time—as demonstrated in the description of the degree program and by work experience, research contributions, letters of appraisal
#3 Leadership in development of civil and sustainable society in home country (40%) – Established record of leadership in professional, academic or volunteer work – as demonstrated in personal statement; work experience, community involvement and other extracurricular activities; communication skills; and letters of appraisal
#9 Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships
Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships are offered by the Canadian government to international students undertaking postgraduate study within the natural and social sciences or health research. Here are the key points of this scholarship:
70 fellowships are awarded annually; a total of up to 140 awards are active at any time
Valued at $70,000 per year and for a maximum of 2 years
#10 Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master’s Program
The objective of the Canada Graduate Scholarships-Master’s (CGS M) Program is to help develop research skills and assist in the training of highly qualified personnel by supporting students who demonstrate a high standard of achievement in undergraduate and early graduate studies. Here are the key points of this scholarship:
Valued at $17,500 for 12 months, non-renewable
⦁ be enrolled in, have applied for, or will apply for full-time admission to an eligible graduate program at the master’s or doctoral level at a Canadian institution with a CGS M allocation
#11 NSERC Postgraduate scholarships
Various Canadian government scholarships, grants and awards available to outstanding students undertaking study in the natural sciences or engineering at an accredited Canadian university. Click here for more information.
#12 Carleton University Awards for International Students
Scholarships to study in Canada at Carleton University, open to all graduate students, who are automatically considered for the awards upon application.
Teaching Assistantships (TA)
TAs assist faculty members with various duties, which might include conducting labs or study groups, assisting with lecture preparation, marking assignments and tests, etc.
A TA work assignment may take place outside the academic unit to which you are applying if your academic record shows strengths in other areas. Carleton offers TAs a wide range of training opportunities through a variety of offices and for which you will get paid.
The following are some key points about TAs:
Value: more than $10,000 per year
Requirement: a minimum GPA of 84% or higher with proficiency in English
TA’s work a maximum of 10 hours per week
Research Assistantships (RA)
RAs are hired by faculty members (normally your supervisor) to assist with a research project that will be directly related to your own research. RAs are paid for with funds from the faculty member’s external contracts or research grants.
The employment consists of on-campus work where you may be asked to help with the research being conducted, such as scholarly review of journals, conducting experiments, recording data, conducting interviews, etc.
The following are some key points about RAs:
Value: Varies depending on the Researcher
Requirements: a minimum GPA of 84% or higher
The guidelines for RA employment are normally determined by the agency, council or business providing the contract or grant to the faculty member
Merit Scholarships
These scholarships are based on your academic grades of your previous degree and are available for top-quality students. Recommendations for these scholarships are made by your department during the application. These scholarships are valued at $1,000 – $12,000 per year.
#13 Dalhousie University Scholarships
Scholarships for current and prospective international/domestic students of all levels, studying at Dalhousie University in Halifax.
#14 Fairleigh Dickinson Scholarships for International Students
Scholarships for international students of all levels, undertaking study in Canada at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Vancouver.
#15 McGill University Scholarships and Student Aid
Graduate funding is handled by the university’s academic departments and candidates should inquire about financial support accordingly. Students in research-based programs are typically supported by McGill funding (fellowships and assistantships) as well as external funding (grants and fellowships administered by provincial and federal governments or other agencies).
#16 Queen’s University International Scholarships
A number of scholarships for international students to study in Canada at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. Some awards are solely open to students from India, Pakistan and the US.
#17 University of Saskatchewan International Student Awards
Merit-based ‘excellence’ scholarships to study in Canada, for undergraduate international students at the University of Saskatchewan.
#18 Simon Fraser University Financial Aid and Awards
A range of scholarships and other funding opportunities for domestic and international students currently studying or planning to study at Simon Fraser University.
In addition, Bursaries are available to International students. Bursaries are a supplemental source of funding for students with demonstrated financial need; that is, they should not be treated as your primary source of funding.
Eligibility requirement: To apply for a bursary you must:
have a minimum CGPA of 3.00 at SFU (waived for students in their first term at SFU).
be enrolled full-time in an approved program, unless otherwise stipulated.
have a demonstrated financial need (as assessed by SFU).
#19 Western University International Admission Scholarships
Various Canadian scholarships offered to international students undertaking study at the University of Western Ontario.
List of documents required for Canada:
Attested copies of X, XII & Graduate Degree (if applicable), Mark Sheets including Backlogs (Re-sits)
Evidence of English Language proficiency e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, etc.Standardised Tests e.g. GMAT, GRE (where necessary for the programme)
Two academic references
Two references from employers (where applicable)
Passport sized photographs
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Resume/CV
Draft for application fees, if applicable
Portfolio (for Art, Design & Architecture Courses)
Other Certificates & Achievements of Extracurricular Activities
Note:
The documents required for Canada for individual universities and individual courses may vary.
Education Cost for Studying in Canada
Knowing about education costs in Canada is important, if you are considering Canada as your study abroad destination. Cost of higher education in Canada is quite affordable as compared to the cost of studying in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and the US. Let’s find out.
Tuition Fee (CAD$):
Undergraduate Bachelor Degree – $15,000
Postgraduate Masters Degree – $10,000 to $16,000
Accommodation (CAD$):
$3000 – $7500
Minimum Cost of Living (CAD$):
Average Total – $30,000 per annum
WHY STUDY IN CANADA?
First rate education system in the world
Immigration friendly country
Large number of prestigious universities to choose from
Low Tuition Fees
Range of job focused programmes with Co-op
Strong growing economy with large manpower shortage
Opportunity to gain Canadian Work experience by working part-time on- campus without a work permit and off-campus with a work permit
Post-graduate work permits upon completion of studies related to field of study
Nomination for Immigration to Canada under Provincial Nominee Programs
Chance to stay in Canada while your permanent resident application is in process
Spouse accompaniment/work right
LIST OF COLLEGES/ UNIVERSITIES IN CANADA