Study in Canada: Complete Guide for Kenyan Students.
Canada is considered to
be one of the most popular study destinations among international students
especially from Kenya. High quality education with affordable tuition fees is
one of the reason for its popularity among study abroad aspirants. Some of the More
than 700,500 international students came to study in Canada in 2021
out of which more than 10,000 were from Kenya. Although, they have various
options to choose from, most of them prefer to study management and science
courses at universities in
Canada.
Other reason why
international students prefer to study in Canada as it has vastly different
culture and welcomes citizens across the world with no discrimination. Perhaps
that's why QS News Best Student Cities 2022 included 5 cities of this
country among top study abroad destinations including Montreal at #9 and
Toronto at #13 place. Easy PR policies is another major factor
contributing to its popularity among international students.
Top Universities to Study in Canada
Students have the option
of choosing among many popular universities to study in Canada.
According to QS News World University Ranking of 2022, 26 universities of
this country were included in the list of the top-ranking universities of the
world.
Similarly, THE World
University Ranking of 2022 included 35 universities of Canada amongst the total
institutions included in the list. Out of these 35 universities, 7 were in the
top 100.
Admission Process to Study in Canada
A master's program in
this country can be completed within 1.5 to 2 years while a bachelor's
degree has a duration of 3 to 4 years. Some of the popular programs are business,
engineering & technology, medicine, and arts. Short courses in Canada are
also in-demand among international students.
Depending upon the type
of program, the admission process, and requirements to study in Canada varies.
However, a general criterion is followed by all popular institutions.
Where to Apply
When to Apply
Admission Requirements
to Study in Canada
Admission Requirements
for Popular Programs in Canada
Specific admission requirements for some of the
popular programs of Canada are tabulated as follows:
Permit to Study in Canada
Canada Student Visa policy is not as
complicated as it is in other countries. This country has a transparent and
accessible visa policy.
Documents required to apply for study permit
are:
Recently, with the
changes in the Student Partnership Program (SPP), the Canadian government
has opened doors wide enough for students from the target countries, i.e.,
China, India, Vietnam, and the Philippines. The introduction of SDS brings
along lesser hassle in terms of financial documentation and processing
time.
Cost of Studying in
Canada
A student planning to
study in a foreign country has to bear three major types of expenses. These
include the pre-arrival cost and post-arrival cost. Pre-arrival cost is a
one-time expense and comprises of application fees of the university,
registration fees of tests required to study in Canada, visa application
fees, etc. However, the major portion of the expense comes from the post-arrival
cost which includes tuition fees and cost of living.
Tuition Fees to Study in
Canada
Tuition fees largely
depend upon the type of program, level of study, and university to which you
are applying for. It is to be noted here that Canada is considered a cheaper
country than the USA and UK when it comes to tuition charges.
Program Fees to Study in
Canada
The above mentioned fees
is determined by calculating the average of tuition fees charged by
universities in Canada. Actual cost varies vastly with university and
program.
Cost of Living in Canada
The average cost of
living in Canada is estimated to be around 12,000 CAD per year for an
international student. This includes the cost of accommodation, transportation,
books, and various other utilities. The housing comprises 25% of the total
living cost in Canada. On-campus housing is obviously cheaper and more
convenient than off-campus housing.
Cost of living is Canada
is higher than that of Kenya. However, it majorly depends upon the province and
city in which your university is situated. Some cities like Lethbridge and
Kingston are less costly than others such as Toronto, Vancouver, etc.
Study in Canada with
Scholarships.
To encourage the participation of international
students in Canadian Universities, its government has already initiated tie-ups
with many countries and introduced various types of funding.
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