by ImmiLaw Global

Study in various provinces of Canada: Pick your province

Being the second largest country in the world, Canada has always welcomed migrants with its spread wings. Canadian has an amazing diverse geography, and its landscapes include high mountains, prairie grasslands, forests, rivers and lakes.

Canada is further divided into ten provinces, and this article lets us understand premium institutions situated in various regions for international students. Also, this will explain why these institutions remain attractive and affordable to both domestic and international students. 

Benefits of Studying in Canada

Canada offers quality education with much more affordable tuition fees than its neighbouring country, the US. So, there's a growing demand for students to migrate to Canada. Let's start with

Low study cost

As said earlier, Canadian universities offer comparatively lower tuition fees than US universities. For international students, this reflects amazingly in the total studying cost.

Quality education

As per Canadian universities rankings for 2023, Canadian universities with under 50 world universities rankings were the University of Toronto, McGill University and the University of British Columbia. The QS World University Rankings 2023 include 28 Canadian universities. Also, Canada's medical, law, business, and engineering institutions are famous for their worldwide reputation.

Simple admission process

Compared with other foreign institutions, the application is a super easy process in Canadian universities. Most recent grades and test scores are taken into account for admission. But test scores like SAT/ ACT are less counted for admission. So the admission process is much more student-friendly and simpler.

Multi-Cultural Environment

Students can learn on a multi-cultural campus and are welcome to fit in without ethnicity, religion, or gender bias. Such an environment gives them a global experience and understanding of multi-angle viewpoints.

As mentioned earlier, Canada is a vast country with multi provinces and scattered populations. Some provinces like Ontario, Quebec, and Alberta are densely populated, and some are least populated in the North because of the cold climate. So, there are many options for international students to consider deeply before choosing their ideal study destination. We shall now elaborate on provinces and their peculiarities and briefly mention about premium institutions in them.

Premium Universities in Canada

ALBERTA

Alberta is in the western province, surrounded by amazing landscapes. The province is famous for its multicultural environment, high living standard and more sunshine than any part of Canada.

University of Alberta

One of Canada's prime institutions that offers quality undergraduate and graduate programs with outstanding research programs. With more than 39000 students, including students from 164 countries, the university is ranked in the top 100 universities in the world. Average tuition fees for international students are between CAD 30000- 40000.

University of Calgary

The university has four campuses in Canada and a fifth in Doha, Qatar. It has an overall 34000 students enrolled for various undergraduate and graduate programs. Average tuition fees range between CAD 15000- 30000.

BRITISH COLUMBIA

BC is situated in the westernmost of Canada between rocky mountains and the pacific ocean. The province has rich cultural diversity and world-class institutions with ample job opportunities. 

University of British Columbia

The university offers diverse undergraduate and graduate courses in its two campuses and affiliated teaching hospitals with more than 60000 students. One of the world's top research universities, UBC partners with other universities, industries, and communities globally. For international students, estimated fees range from CAD 40000- 50000.

Simon Fraser University

SFU mainly is a renowned university for public research spread over three campuses. Various Arts, Humanities, Business Management and Science programs are offered under undergraduate, graduate and research categories. Work Integrated Learning is another highlight that prepares students for education and planning careers. SFU is a member of the National Collegiate Association, which benefits sports-loving students with global exposure.

MANITOBA

The city is one of the prairie provinces known for its landscape. With the strongest economies in Canada, Manitoba has a Low cost of living and ample career opportunities.

University of Manitoba

UM is famous for its combination of learning, teaching and research, giving students an exceptional experience. International students average up to 15%, making the campus multi-cultural. UM also promotes sports with up to 42 Canadian university national championships in its feather. 

University of Winnipeg

UW is a public research university offering various Arts, Science, Business Management, and Computer science programs. The university hosts many research Chairs and subject experts to promote diverse research programs. 

New Brunswick

A bilingual province with smaller communities and a calm atmosphere is known for embracing newcomers. The population is significantly less compared to other provinces but slowly growing. Due to this, Immigrants are welcomed wholeheartedly.

University of Brunswick

There are 100-plus programs that UNB offers to students on two campuses- Fredericton and St. John campus. Besides academics, UNB promotes sports and recreational activities to make the campus more vibrant.

University de Moncton

UMoncton is a francophone university offering nearly 200 programs on three campuses - Edmundston, Moncton and Shippagan. Besides being the only French- speaking university, expert faculties also teach French common law. They also provide beneficial scholarship programs for eligible students.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR

The province is one of Canada's safest, with the lowest crime rate. As close to the ocean and with a beautiful coastal line, the land offers many marine and natural resource career opportunities. 

Memorial University

The university offers various diploma, certificate, undergraduate, graduate and post- graduate programs both offline and online. It has five campuses with over 19000 students enrolled from over 115 nations. Many kinds of financial aid and scholarships are provided to needy students.

NOVA SCOTIA

The maritime province is famous for its scenery, seafood and welcoming immigrants. It has a thriving economy with ample job opportunities. Also, the province is regarded as immigrant-friendly and one of the easiest PNPs to grab PR status.

Dalhousie University

DU is regarded as a primary research-intensive university and offers various diverse undergraduate, graduate, law, medicine and dentistry programs. With four campuses and 13 academic faculties, DU provides the safest environment for both domestic and international students. 

Mount Saint Vincent University

MSVU focuses on equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA) and was established by women to advance women with social responsibility and social justice. MSVU has students from 70 countries, with 4,000 students. Online teaching is also another highlight of the university.

ONTARIO

It is the second largest province and most densely populated province in Canada. The capital city Ottawa is situated here. Being the land of tourists, one of the world's largest waterfalls Niagra Falls happens to be here. 

University of Toronto

UT is a top public university in Canada, containing 11 colleges under it. UT is ranked 21is based on QS World University Rankings 2024. UT is famous for its excellent research initiatives, with over 700 undergraduate programs in Humanities, Life Sciences, Law, Medicine, Physical education, Music and Architecture.

University of Waterloo

The university is ranked #1 in Canada for experiential and work-integrated learning opportunities. With an exceptional post-graduate employment rate of 97.5%, international students are attracted to UW. More than 42000 students enroll annually, seeking high-quality education and promising career options.

Western University

WU offers a plethora of options with diverse programs for students to choose from. Spreading over a hundred acres of land, WU offers 400 combinations of
undergraduate majors, minors, and specializations under the supervision of renowned faculty members. Also, financial support and funds are provided to eligible students.

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

This is the most dense province and one of the maritime provinces in Canada. It's famous for containing exceptional educational institutions, culinary destinations, sandy beaches and unique farmlands. There are diverse job opportunities to list, which makes the province welcome more overseas applicants.

University of Prince Edward Island

It is the only public university in Prince Edward Island and has multiple campuses. UPEI has students from over 92 countries and offers various diploma, undergraduate, and professional graduate programs. Students are well-prepared for building dream careers and becoming responsible citizens. Students come to UPEI's campuses in Charlottetown and St. Peter's Bay, Prince Edward Island, for quality education and experiential learning opportunities. 

QUEBEC

The largest and french speaking province in Canada, Quebec is famous for its rich French culture. This multi-cultural province is renowned for its vast forests and many lakes. The province has an excellent standard of living with an affordable living cost than the national average.

McGill University

McGill University is the topmost institution in Canada and one of the leading universities in the world. International students from about 150 countries are enrolled here, meeting the high demand. The university is renowned for exceptional teaching and research programs. Best scholarship programs are awaiting international students.

Universite Laval

It's a French university with students from 120 countries worldwide. The university offers over 550 programs at undergraduate and graduate levels. ULaval supports the student community by providing financial assistance and various scholarships. 

SASKATCHEWAN

The province is ranked among the world's safest countries, attracting people from all over the world. The province is known for its quality of life and lower living costs. With a diverse economy, continental climate and friendly people, the province welcomes migrants throughout the year. 

University of Saskatchewan

A modern university with age-old experience, USask is a research-intensive medical university in Canada. USask has over 25900 students from all over the world, including representatives from indigenous communities. They also promote sports and athletics by building highly talented national champions.

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