How to Apply for MS in Canada?
Application to universities in Canada is basically Online Applications.
Apply Online: You can apply online, directly for the university study program.
Download and Fill up the Application Form: Downloading the application form and submitting all required documents is one of the key steps of any type of university application.
Upload the Documents: All education certificates and other details need to be uploaded before submitting the application form.
Pay the Application Fee, if applicable. For most university, there is an application fee that is levied on each application filed. All these steps qualify for the completion of the application for most universities, if they don’t have other procedures mentioned.
Letter of Offer and Admission Process: Next, if your application is accepted successfully, then you will receive a ‘Letter of Offer’. Lastly, in order to confirm your application, you must reply to this letter by signing and sending an acceptance of the offer.
Visa Application: Once you receive your Letter of Acceptance and your admission gets confirmed, then you need to head on to apply for your study permit in Canada.
Cost of studying in Canada
The price tag for higher studies in Canada is roughly half compared with other leading study destinations. Tuition fees vary from institution to institution. On average, students will have to shell out CAD 10,000–40,000 per year.
Annual living expenses will depend on the living location you prefer and the type of accommodation that suits you, i.e., private, homestay or on-campus accommodation. On average, students pay CAD 6,000–8,000 per year for their accommodation. Of course, the transport and other expenses should be factored in. And one more thing that you can’t avoid is a health insurance that costs CAD 600 (approx.) per year.
Scholarships to study in Canada
Canadian universities and colleges provide a wide range of scholarships to meritorious international students to help them fund their studies.
The primary criterion for most scholarships is a good academic score, however it also depends on factors such as your chosen destination, subject and level. In some scholarships, factors like extracurricular activities, and volunteering can also be used to advantage.
Here’s an overview of the kinds of scholarships you can apply for based on your study level.
For undergraduates (UG)
Merit-based scholarship
Provincial Government scholarship
Need-based grants and bursaries by college
Tuition waiver
Commonwealth scholarship
Private/Organisational scholarship
Read here for Undergraduate scholarships in Canada
For Postgraduates (PG)
Merit-based scholarship
Provincial Government scholarship
Research associate-ship
Professional Development award
Fellowship
Teaching Assistantship
Commonwealth scholarship
Private/Organisational scholarship
