Studying High School in Canada: Conditions, scholarships and detailed costs

It is no coincidence that Canada has become the country of choice for many people to study abroad and realize their dreams. In addition to the top quality of training and many preferential policies, there are still many other reasons why many students and parents choose to study in Canada for high school.

1.1 Good opportunities to learn foreign languages

When studying in Canada in high school, students will be exposed to many different languages because Canada is a bilingual country. Here, students not only have the opportunity to use and practice English but also have many opportunities to learn a second language, French. Moreover, learning a foreign language well from high school will help a lot for university later.

1.2 Career Guidance Program

The curriculum at the Canadian high school level is designed in such a way that it harmonizes between providing general knowledge and career guidance, exploiting the talents of each student.

The career guidance program supports international students in choosing a career that suits their abilities and aspirations. Therefore, you can easily find a major that suits your abilities. Studying abroad in Canadian high school is a great stepping stone for students' career guidance and future job decisions.

Studying abroad at the Canadian high school level is a stepping stone to help with career guidance

1.3 Have self-reliance skills early on

When studying abroad, it is certain that high school students must experience an independent life, no longer being with their families. They will have to come into contact with and get acquainted with new cultures and friends. Studying abroad from high school will create conditions for students to be independent and responsible for all their decisions from an early age.

Students who have studied abroad in Canada in high school will often have more problem-solving skills and decisive action. In addition, employers, often prioritize candidates who are independent early because independence will help a lot at work.

1.4 Opportunity to be considered for admission and transfer directly to schools at higher levels

After completing the high school program in Canada with high academic results. Students studying in Canada in high school will easily step into new doors at the top universities in the country such as Toronto, Mcgill, or Waterloo...

Most high schools in Canada have career-oriented activities. Depending on different interests and goals, the program meets the needs of each individual to stimulate creativity with the most suitable work.

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To be able to study abroad at high schools in Canada, you need to meet a number of conditions such as English language requirements, academic requirements, and choosing the type of study abroad before studying abroad.

2.1 English and IELTS Requirements for Studying in Canadian High School

Most high schools in Canada will accept students who have a level of English proficiency that is communicative and does not require an IELTS score that is too high. The reason is because most schools will have English support courses for high school students.

After the admission confirmation session, students will undergo a Math and English education test to conduct classification and placement. Therefore, when studying abroad in Canada, it is not mandatory to have a foreign language requirement - an IELTS certificate for high school and high school students.

However, if there is more IELTS, it will be easier to acquire knowledge and communicate in the learning process. If you can't learn English well, you can also opt for French, as it is also a popular language in Canada.

2.2 Academic requirements of High School Students when studying abroad in High school in Canada

For academic ability, students only need to achieve an average score of at least 6.5 or more in all subjects in the last 2 years. However, if you want to increase your chances of studying at a well-known public high school in Canada, score in key subjects such as Math, Physics, Chemistry, English, and Literature,... have a GPA of minus 7.0 or higher.

2.3 Choosing the type of school

There are many different types of schools in Canada such as public schools, private schools, boarding schools, etc. The quality in these schools is not much different. However, when registering at private schools, international students need to register at the state Department of Education in addition to going to the school for admission procedures. This is so that the provinces can grasp the information and the number of international students coming to school, ensuring that they meet the general standards and curriculum standards set by Canadian educational institutions such as class size, curriculum and training time, etc.

To apply for high school study in Canada, students need to prepare a complete and accurate application. Documents usually include:

• Academic transcripts and grades for the last 2-3 years of study in Vietnam.

• Junior high school diploma (for students applying for grade 10 or higher).

• Application form according to the school's form.

• Application fee (usually from 150 - 300 CAD, depending on the school).

• Affidavit of commitment and guardian information in Canada (required for students under 18 years old).

• English certificate (IELTS/TOEFL, if available). If not, students will take an entrance exam and can attend ESL (English as a Second Language) classes organized by the school.

• A copy of a valid passport.
  
  Some schools may require additional letters of recommendation or personal essays to assess the student's suitability. Therefore, parents and students should prepare their applications early to increase their chances of being admitted to the desired school.

Although high school scholarships for international students in Canada are not as numerous as undergraduate and graduate scholarships, there are still a certain number. You can refer to some scholarships from IDP's partners.

To apply for a Canadian Study Permit for high school, students need to prepare the following documents:

• Letter of Acceptance from a Canadian high school.

• The latest IRCC Study Permit application form.

• A valid original passport.

• Current transcripts and degrees in Vietnam (translated and notarized).

• Financial documents (savings book, parents' income, assets, etc.).

• Custodianship Declaration: required if the student is under 18 and does not live with their parents in Canada.

• Biometric photo + Visa fee and biometric collection.

• Provincial/Territorial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL): required for most international students, but high school students are usually exempt. However, it is still advisable to check the specific regulations of the province.
  
  After completing the application, students submit it to the Canada Visa Application Centre (CVAC). The application will be forwarded to the Canadian consulate for review.

One of the most frequently asked questions is how much money is needed to study in Canada at high school level. In fact, the cost of studying in Canada at high school level will include tuition and living expenses.
Tuition:

• Public schools: range from 10,000 - 15,000 CAD/year.

• Private or boarding schools: higher, usually from 20,000 - 40,000 CAD/year, depending on the reputation and facilities of the school.
  
  IRCC has raised the minimum financial proof level to apply for a visa. From September 1, 2025, international students (including high school students) must prove at least 22,895 CAD/year for living expenses, excluding tuition.
  In fact, the spending level depends on the city:

• Toronto/Vancouver: higher, around 20,000 - 25,000 CAD/year.

• Small city: about 15,000 – 18,000 CAD/year.

Canada places a strong emphasis on education, so it always creates the best conditions to attract talent. Every year at Canadian high schools, there are always scholarships for students with excellent academic performance. In addition, you can apply for a scholarship to study abroad to receive additional support from 10, 20, 30, 70 or 100%.

Canadian high schools always have scholarships for students

To be able to have a place scholarships to study in Canada in high school, You need to ensure the following criteria:

• High GPA: A GPA or subject GPA of at least 8.0 or higher for the whole year.

• Good English: Scholarship approval is faster, you need to submit an IELTS certificate or equivalent foreign language. If you do not have any of the above certificates, you will need to register for an entrance test or schedule a face-to-face interview with the principal.

• Extracurricular activities: Actively participate in extracurricular activities, competitions, or programs while studying in Vietnam

• Ensure good health.

In addition to ensuring the conditions for applying for the scholarship, the following will be some experiences to apply for a scholarship to study in Canada for high school:

• Scholarship applications need to be prepared and submitted at least 1 year or 6 months in advance.

• Applying early will help create conditions for you to have the opportunity to achieve the highest scholarships of up to 100% or 70%. If you apply too late, high scholarships are difficult to achieve.

• It is necessary to focus on writing a persuasive and thoughtful scholarship application letter.

• The competition rate is very high, so try to get the highest IELTS score and GPA score possible.

• Actively participate in competitions, programs, extracurricular activities, and social activities to obtain certificates and certificates of merit.

• Find out the information about the school you plan to apply for the scholarship in the most detailed way.

• Prepare yourself and confidently answer the interview as fluently and coherently as possible.

There is a question that parents and students are very interested in when choosing a high school to study in Canada, should they choose a public or private school? Here are some suggestions on the advantages of public and private schools so that parents and students can easily choose.

Based on the comparison table of advantages of choosing a private or public school, each school brings the same quality and value to students. Therefore, the consideration of studying in any environmental conditions also depends on the economy and the ability of international students to absorb it.

There are a lot of High Schools in Canada well meet the conditions of facilities, curriculum, and professional qualifications of teachers,... However, it is recommended to choose high schools that are old and have top-quality reviews in Canada. Some schools are recommended when studying abroad in Canada such as:

Above is all the information about studying abroad in Canadian high schools. Hopefully, after understanding the above information, parents and students can make the best choice when deciding to study in Canada in high school. Canada deserves to be a country with learning conditions and the quality of education is worth studying abroad.

If you want to find out more information, contact IDP!

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