University tuition fees for international students in Canada
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- Published: 6 October 2022
According to the Times Higher Education, Canada has several universities which are among the best academic institutions in the world. If you are one of the hopefuls who want to study in Canada, this guide can help you determine how much tuition fee you will have to pay to get a degree from one of its prestigious universities.
How much does it cost to study in Canada?
Canada continues to offer internationally recognised education, and while tuition fees have increased in recent years, they are often competitive compared to popular study destinations such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. The amount you pay depends on your university, study level, chosen programme, and whether you are a domestic or international student.
According to the latest Statistics Canada data, the average annual tuition fees for international students are:
Study level | Average annual tuition fee (CAD) | Approx. annual tuition fee (USD) |
Undergraduate | CAD 41,746 | USD 30,470 |
Graduate | CAD 24,028 | USD 17,540 |
Note: These are national average tuition fees for international students. Actual tuition fees vary by university, programme, and field of study. USD values are approximate and may vary depending on the exchange rate.
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Tuition fees by geography
Tuition fees can vary significantly depending on the province where you choose to study. Factors such as the university, program, and location all influence the cost. According to the latest Statistics Canada data, Newfoundland and Labrador has the lowest average undergraduate tuition fees for international students, while Ontario has the highest.
Province | Average annual undergraduate tuition fee (CAD) | Approx. annual undergraduate tuition fee (USD) |
Newfoundland and Labrador | CAD 18,867 | USD 13,770 |
Ontario | CAD 52,851 | USD 38,580 |
Note: These figures represent average annual undergraduate tuition fees for international students. Actual tuition fees vary by university, program, and field of study. USD values are approximate and may vary depending on the exchange rate.
Tuition fees by discipline for international students
Additionally, tuition fee also changes according to the discipline the student is rolled in. Here is a short list of the cost of tuition for various disciplines if you are an international student:
Subject | Updated (CAD) | Approx. (USD) |
Business, Management & Public Administration | CAD 38,973 | USD 28,450 |
Engineering | CAD 46,069 | USD 33,630 |
Medicine | CAD 66,994 | USD 48,910 |
Veterinary Medicine | CAD 81,975 | USD 59,840 |
What are the tuition fees at top Canadian universities?
Here is a list of annual tuition fees for international students in 3 of the top Canadian universities. These fees are indicative only and you should contact your IDP counsellor to know all about the most recent updates for the cost of study at the Canadian universities.
University | Updated tuition fees (CAD) | Approx. (USD) |
McGill University (Undergraduate) | CAD 31,000–46,000+ | USD 22,630–33,580+ |
McGill University (Master's) | CAD 20,000–45,000+ | USD 14,600–32,850+ |
University of Toronto (Undergraduate) | CAD 45,000–70,000+ | USD 32,850–51,100+ |
University of Toronto (Graduate) | CAD 25,000–70,000+ | USD 18,250–51,100+ |
University of British Columbia (Undergraduate) | CAD 45,000–68,000+ | USD 32,850–49,640+ |
University of British Columbia (15-month MBA) | CAD 73,000+ | USD 53,290+ |
Feel free to contact IDP expert education counsellors who will help you for free if you want to know more about tuition fees, visa and scholarships in Canada. They will also help you find the best program and secure your place at your dream university.
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