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At ElitePath Educational Solutions, we help you explore your goals and strengths, providing expert guidance on programs, universities, and colleges in Canada, considering curriculum, reputation, faculty, research, facilities, location, and costs.
In Canada, colleges and universities offer two main intakes: Fall (September) and Winter (January). Fall is more popular with a wider range of programs, while Winter serves as an alternative with fewer options.
For Fall intake, international students should apply between September and January of the previous year, with most deadlines between December and March. Some institutions offer early deadlines as early as October, while others have rolling admissions until spots are filled.
International students studying English programs in Canada for over six months require a Study Permit. If planning to extend studies or switch programs later, a Study Permit is necessary beforehand.
Yes, you can apply to have your spouse and children join you in Canada while you pursue your education.
Additionally, if you're pursuing doctoral studies, master’s programs over 16 months, or select professional programs, your spouse can join you and apply for an open work permit, allowing them to work without a job offer or LMIA. Your children can also attend school, ensuring seamless integration.
Certainly! International students in Canada can apply for credit transfers, subject to institution-specific policies:
- Timing: Transfers can be assessed during admission or later in the program.
- Documentation: Students must submit official transcripts and course descriptions; formal evaluations through agencies like WES may be required.
- Credit Assessment: Institutions evaluate course equivalency, grades, and relevance to the student’s program.
- Requirements: Minimum grades, maximum transferable credits (often 50%), and eligible courses are outlined by each institution.
- Outcome: Advanced standing allows students to skip equivalent courses and shorten their degree path once credits are approved.
International students can transfer completed courses or credits to a Canadian institution, depending on the policies of the university or college:
- Some institutions offer joint programs, allowing students to study in both their home country and Canada.
- Transferring into engineering programs can be challenging due to standardised curricula.
- Courses must meet the institution’s academic standards for transfer eligibility.
- High school courses and grades may also be considered during the transfer process.
- Credit assessments can take several months, and students are often admitted before a final determination.
Yes, many Canadian institutions offer transfer credits for IB, A-level, or AP courses. Credits are typically granted for higher-level IB subjects, A-level courses with strong grades (usually A or B), and AP exams with scores of 3 or higher.
Each institution has its own policies regarding transfer credits, including specific grade requirements and eligible courses.
Certainly! As a part of our services, we are more than willing to help you with airport pick-up/drop-off arrangements and secure suitable accommodation for your study journey. Our team will handle all the coordination and necessary procedures to ensure a smooth experience before you travel to your chosen destination.
- The Canadian government offers immigration pathways to retain international students who complete their studies in Canada.
- The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) program is popular among international students, offering a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) for those completing an eight-month program.
- The PGWP allows students to gain Canadian work experience, enhancing their chances for permanent residency.
- After one year of skilled work experience in Canada, international graduates can apply for permanent residency, leveraging their Canadian education, work experience, and language skills.
- Scholarships in Canada are often limited and competitive, particularly for international high school students with exceptional academic records.
- These scholarships typically do not cover full tuition and are primarily awarded by individual institutions.
- Entrance scholarships, ranging from CAD500 to CAD5,000 per year, are common for first-year international students based on high school grades.
- External organisations in Canada mostly focus on scholarships for graduate programs and research projects, rather than undergraduate studies.
- Students are advised to explore funding opportunities in their home countries, as many organisations support studying abroad.
Yes, a study permit application for Canada can be refused. Some of the common reasons include:
Most institutions offer health insurance plans for international students, while some require coverage through provincial or private providers. For example, in Ontario, international students aren't covered by the provincial health plan, so colleges and universities provide mandatory health insurance for them and their families.
- Canada's vast size and diverse geography lead to various climates.
- Climate varies from arctic conditions in the north to hot summers in the south.
- Canada experiences four distinct seasons: winter, spring, summer, and fall.
- The west coast, such as Vancouver, enjoys a moderate climate with less variation between seasons.
- Northern regions are colder and receive heavier precipitation, including significant snowfall in winter.
Canadian institutions offer more than academics. First-year students are encouraged to live on campus to adjust smoothly and build friendships. Students can join various clubs, from debate to specialized groups, and enjoy sports at both competitive and recreational levels for fun and engagement.
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