Study in Canada
Apply to study in Canada as an international student, extend your study permit and find out about working while you study or after you graduate.
To learn more about this program, your eligibility and to explore further options, schedule a consultation with our Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) today!
Applying to schools in Canada as an international student
The different kinds of schools, when to apply and other requirements
Learn about student life in Canada
Tips on living in Canada as an international student
Scholarships for international students
Awards for students, postdoctoral researchers, faculty and schools
In Canada, each province and territory is in charge of their own education system.
Primary and secondary schools
Schools that teach students up to the grade 12 level are known as primary and secondary schools. Primary usually means grades 1-8 and secondary usually means grades 9-12.
All primary and secondary schools in Canada can enrol international students.
There are special rules for minor children studying in Canada.
Post-secondary schools
Post-secondary schools are:
✔ colleges
✔ universities
✔ private career colleges and
✔ vocational and technical schools.
Each post-secondary school has its own set of rules on how to apply, including the level of English or French you need to be accepted.
Language schools
Many schools in Canada teach English or French as a second language.
Designated learning institutions
Provinces and territories approve (or “designate”) schools that can enrol international students. These schools are known as designated learning institutions (DLI).
If you need a study permit, your acceptance letter must be from a DLI. If it isn’t, your application will be rejected
All primary and secondary schools in Canada are DLIs. You can search a list of the post-secondary schools, such as colleges and universities, and language schools that have been designated.
Next Steps
To learn more about this program, your eligibility and to explore further options, schedule a consultation with our Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) today!