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Practical programmes and work experience after you graduate.
Intakes
September, January, May
Visa
Study permit
Quick snapshot
Studying in Canada, in 30 seconds
- IntakesSeptember, January, MayDetails
Per year, in rupeesRs 60 lakh – Rs 1.2 croreDetails
TuitionCA$15,000 – CA$35,000 / yearDetails
Living costsCA$1,200 – CA$1,800 / monthDetails- VisaStudy permit · DemandingDetails
Work rightsPart-time work in term; PGWP for eligible programmes
EnglishIELTS Academic, PTE, TOEFL, CAEL
Universities39 profiled, Tier 1 firstOpen
Scholarships6 fully funded options trackedDetails
Quick answer
Pakistani students can study in Canada on a Study permit after receiving the Letter of Acceptance (LOA). Main intakes are September, January, May. Expect tuition of roughly CA$15,000 – CA$35,000 / year and living costs of CA$1,200 – CA$1,800 / month. Work rights: part-time work in term; PGWP for eligible programmes. English: IELTS Academic, PTE, TOEFL, CAEL.
Reviewed by the TeamOnline counselling team · Updated October 2026
Why Pakistani students choose Canada
Canada combines career-focused colleges with research universities. Eligible graduates can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit. Study permits are capped, so a clean, well-documented file matters more than ever.
Co-op programmes with paid placements
Post-graduation work permitThree intakes a year
Safe, multicultural cities
Popular courses
What Pakistani students most often study here.
Where you’ll study in Canada
Student cities and the universities we know best.
Student cities
Counsellor’s tip
Check that your programme is eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit before you accept an offer. Study permits are capped, so a complete, consistent file and proof of funds matter more than ever.
Work and jobs: Co-op programmes build paid work into the degree. Toronto and Vancouver have the most jobs but also the highest rents.
Universities are listed for orientation only. TeamOnline shortlists from many institutions based on your profile.
How hard is it to study in Canada?
Our assessment for Pakistani students, from the files we handle.
Getting in
Accessible
Admission is achievable for good students; the visa is the harder part.
Visa
Demanding
Caps on study permits and high refusal rates for Pakistani applicants in recent years.
Cost
Moderate
Moderate tuition, but funds requirements are substantial.
Work rights
Good
20+ hours a week in term; post-graduation work permit for eligible programmes.
Undergraduate applications
Apply to each university directly, or through OUAC for Ontario. Most deadlines are between January and March for September.
Master’s & PhD applications
Apply directly to the graduate school; research master’s and PhDs usually need a supervisor to agree first.
What it costs
Indicative figures. Your counsellor confirms current numbers for your course.
One year, tuition + living, in rupees
Rs 60 lakh – Rs 1.2 crore
Rough estimate at about Rs 280 per US dollar. Scholarships can bring this to zero.
| Tuition | CA$15,000 – CA$35,000 / year |
|---|---|
| Living costs | CA$1,200 – CA$1,800 / month |
| Funds to show for the visa | Tuition still owed + living costs for the required period |
| Other costs | Visa fee, health cover or surcharge, flights, deposit |
Canada Study permit: step by step
Demanding: Caps on study permits and high refusal rates for Pakistani applicants in recent years.
- 1Letter of acceptanceFrom a Designated Learning Institution.
- 2Provincial attestation letterMost students now need a PAL or TAL from the province; your university arranges it.
- 3Proof of fundsFirst-year tuition plus the living-cost amount set by IRCC (check the current figure), often via a GIC.
- 4Online applicationApply for the study permit online with a strong study plan.
- 5BiometricsAt the visa centre in Islamabad, Lahore or Karachi.
- 6Decision and POEApproval letter first; the permit itself is issued when you land.
Watch out: A vague study plan, or a course that doesn’t follow from your background, is the most common reason for refusal.
Scholarships for Canada
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship · Undergraduate
Fully funded · School nomination in autumn; application by the January deadline.
UBC International Scholars Program · Undergraduate
Fully funded · With your UBC application, usually November–December.
Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships · PhD
Fully funded · Usually autumn, via the university.
Ontario Trillium Scholarship · PhD
Fully funded · Via the university.
Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships · Postdoc
Fully funded · Usually autumn.
Funded research master’s & PhD (supervisor funding) · Master’s · PhD
Fully funded · Contact supervisors 9–12 months ahead.
University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarship · Undergraduate
Usually December.
York University International Student Scholarships · Undergraduate
With your application (early).
Deadlines for Canada
Full timeline →- Trudeau Foundation Doctoral ScholarshipsUsually November · scholarship~53 days
- Banting Postdoctoral FellowshipsUsually November · scholarship~53 days
- UBC International Scholars ProgramUsually December · scholarship~84 days
- University of Calgary International Entrance ScholarshipUsually December · scholarship~84 days
- Ontario universities, equal consideration (fall 2027)15 Jan 2027 · admissions100 days
- Lester B. Pearson International ScholarshipUsually January · scholarship~115 days
Studying in Canada: FAQs
01Can Pakistani students study in Canada?
Yes. Pakistani students apply to universities in Canada and then for a Study permit, which is built on the Letter of Acceptance (LOA). TeamOnline handles the applications and the visa file.
02When are the intakes in Canada?
The main intakes are September, January, May. Start preparing 8 to 12 months before your intake.
03How much does it cost to study in Canada?
Tuition is roughly CA$15,000 – CA$35,000 / year, and living costs are roughly CA$1,200 – CA$1,800 / month. These are indicative figures; your counsellor confirms current numbers for your course.
04Can I work while studying in Canada?
Part-time work in term; PGWP for eligible programmes.
05Do I need IELTS to study in Canada?
IELTS Academic, PTE, TOEFL, CAEL. Requirements vary by university and course.
06Is it hard to get into universities in Canada?
Accessible. Admission is achievable for good students; the visa is the harder part.
07Is the Study permit hard to get from Pakistan?
Demanding. Caps on study permits and high refusal rates for Pakistani applicants in recent years. Watch out: A vague study plan, or a course that doesn’t follow from your background, is the most common reason for refusal.
08How do I apply to a master’s in Canada?
Apply directly to the graduate school; research master’s and PhDs usually need a supervisor to agree first.
09Which universities in Canada do Pakistani students apply to?
Well-known options include University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, Concordia University, Seneca Polytechnic. The right shortlist depends on your grades, budget and course, and TeamOnline builds one for your profile.
10What are the best cities for students in Canada?
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary are popular with international students. Co-op programmes build paid work into the degree. Toronto and Vancouver have the most jobs but also the highest rents.
Best Universities In Canada
Tier-1 first. Every profile has costs, how to apply and the scholarships that fund you.
How We Get You To Canada
One counsellor from your first question to your flight.
01Honest shortlist
Universities and scholarships you can realistically win, not the ones that pay agents most.
02Applications that stand out
SOPs, CVs and references shaped with you, then checked line by line.
03Visa file done right
Funds, documents and interview practice for your country’s rules.
04Ready to fly
Accommodation, travel and pre-departure briefing so you land prepared.
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