Every year many Indian students go to various developed countries in pursuit of better education to be able to have a flourishing professional life. When they decide this course of action for themselves, the first question that arises is “Which country will be the best one for them?” It is important to check all the aspects before deciding this. It is observed that out of the whole number, most of the aspirants choose to go to Canada for various reasons, the most prominent is that it is a country where education is as important as India. Unlike other nations, around 70% of youth complete a university education here, it is the second most educated nation in the world. This is evidence enough to prove that they have some of the best educational institutions. Let’s look at the best places to study in Canada to make the selection process easy:
University of British Columbia
This prestigious university is included among the top 50 research places in the world and is under the top 5 in Canada. It has the best physics lab and teaching faculty. Every year it educates students from almost 166 nations due to its great education system which includes practical knowledge and research. It has many campuses which are amazing and the Vancouver campus is the biggest among all.
Course Fee: The course fee for this university varies as per the type of course like in any other university. For a full-year program of 12 months, the fee is C$31634.73 in one go or three installments of C$10544.91 for the local students. However, the same will be C$61743.57 for the international students at one time and three installments of C$20581.19. The course fee is subject to change after the annual review. Additional fees include UBC graduate student fees, extended health and dental fees, U-pass fees, and i-Med fees.
Living Expenses: It is an expensive city to live as it is one of the best places to live a good life. The cost of living for a foreign student could be CAD 1200 to CAD 2000 annually including all the important expenses like rent, transport, grocery, utilities, and entertainment.
University of Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital of Canada and that is why a very important city in terms of education. This university came into existence in 1848 and is located between Quebec and Ontario. It is known for being the largest university offering courses in two languages; English and French. It is near Rideau Canal and has a rich history but it also offers great research labs (Black Box theatre & Stem complex)
Course Fee: The tuition fee for an international student for an undergraduate program is approximately CAD25554. The amount including all the other expenses will be around CAD31000 for one year.
Living Expenses: One can stay on or off the campus while studying here. The room rent could be almost $7120 and the room along with boarding will cost nearly $12446. However, you can get places on reasonable rent outside as well to suit your requirements.
University of Alberta
Located in Edmonton, the capital city of Alberta province this university offers the best facilities for all students, international or local. It was founded in 1908 and has five campuses, students from almost 155 nations get enrolled here every year. It is in 6th position in the top ten universities in Canada. There is also a Dinosaur Provincial Park, recognized by UNESCO near the university which has fossils of them on display.
Course Fee: In this university for one semester of five months the tuition fee will be around $4975 to $7000 depending upon the course you choose. For one year it comes up to almost $9500 to $12500. This does not include other fees like medical or supplies like books.
Living Expenses: If one considers all the expenses then the cost of living in Alberta will be CAD1200 to 2000 (it includes rent, transport, groceries, recreation, and utilities). Some of the reasonably priced accommodations will be university residences, student apartments, and shared housing.
Dalhousie University
It was established in 1818 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and is included in the U-15 (top 15 Canadian research universities). It offers almost 200 courses for graduate and undergraduate programs. It is famous for its research-oriented education. It has three campuses in the city and one is in Truro which is a little far from Halifax. It is really great for the foreign students, nearly 20-25% of them get enrolled here each year.
Course Fee: This University has courses on a variety of subjects and the fee varies as per the course one opts for. The tuition fee would range between $25950 to $40800, its highest for Engineering courses. The fee remains fixed for each year during the duration of the course; therefore, it is easy to plan the funds.
Living Expenses: It offers great on-campus accommodations. These include heat, water, Wi-Fi, electricity, and other facilities and you do not have to worry about the bills. They have single and sharing residences available with or without the meal plan. However, if you wish to live off the campus, a one BHK will cost $1415 approximately.
York University
York University is located in Toronto which is very popular among students, especially international students. It was founded in 1959 and offers a huge range of courses for the students. It was ranked first for the Executive Master of Business Administration in Canada and 21st globally in 2020 by the Financial Times. The main campus lies in Toronto, however, there are a few others nearby. It has the facility for MBA students to split their courses to complete one part in India and another in Canada. This is available on the Hyderabad campus. The Las Nubes Eco campus is in Costa Rica
Course Fee: The fee is subject to change but for most of the programs of Arts and Sciences it is nearly $35148. The cost for books comes up to almost $1407.
Living Expenses: The living expenses vary based on where you choose to live. On campus, the cost could be $7418 to $10070 while if you want to live off campus then it can be around $9800. The additional expenses will also be there for food, utilities, and medical plans
University of Manitoba
This university is in the heart of Canada as it is located in Winnipeg and is the oldest in Western Canada. It was opened in 1877 and has two campuses. The downtown campus is known for its facilities and programs in science and technology and has Smart Park Research & Technology Park.
Course Fee: The fee for the undergraduate course for an international student is around $19300. However, there are other fees like U-pass fees, health and dental plan costs, sports & recreation etcetera which make the total fee almost $22830 for a foreigner.
Living Expenses: You can either live in the campus accommodation or in a homestay with a Canadian family or on rent. It is quite reasonable to live in Winnipeg, a one BHK apartment is available for just $1077. However, living on campus is always better as you get to experience various programs conducted by the university for the students living there.
McGill University
Opened in 1821 in Montreal, Quebec, this university is second in the ranking. It has the top-rated medical school. If you enroll here then you can get the opportunity to carry out research in 99 countries. It is more suitable for foreign students as it offers great diversity.
Course Fee: The course fee for undergraduates is almost $19886 to $31500 depending upon the course, however, for graduate courses, it is $17193 to $27011. The amount for the goods and services supplied to the students is additional.
Living Expenses: A student could stay on campus or rent an apartment outside Montreal City. Although it is a big city, it is very affordable, a one BHK flat could cost around CAD 1300.