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With more than 4,00,000 international students from different countries, Canada is one of the most desirable destinations for safe and quality education. This number keeps growing every year mainly based on the excellent studying and employment opportunities.
Apart from these, other important reasons gratify international students to pick Canada. Yes, from the beautiful cities and provinces to the world’s best universities, Canada stands out in the competition in every essential aspect.
Do you know that Nigerian immigration to Canada has now tripled, which makes them the fourth biggest represented group in the country. If you’re someone from Nigeria, who wishes to pick Canada for higher education, you’re in the right place.
Around 3,97,210 study permit holders prefer Canada as of November 2021. And the number is increasing.
The very first step to starting your study Canadian dream is to pick a suitable university. Canada is the home to the top universities in the world; there is a wide range of options for you. Generally, you can filter out the best options by considering some criteria that include courses they offer, fee structure, scholarship, fee waivers, etc.
In common, most universities have their own set of documents that must be submitted when you apply. However, it is better to stay aware before saving time and effort. Below are the lists of documents expected by the universities for Nigerian students.
Finally, apply for a visa and study permit. You must start this application as soon as you get your offer letter. It is because Nigerian students cannot stay in Canada without a proper visa.
The complete immigration process is not tedious with the proper and necessary documentation. Yes, anyone from Nigeria can get into Canada with Nigeria Student Express (NSE), a pilot initiative for Nigerian aspirants who have been taken to a Canadian post-secondary institution. Canada is renowned and appreciated for such a friendly immigration process. The main advantage of preferring NSE is that it can shorten the time frame of getting a study permit from eight weeks to 20 days.
Generally, each university in Canada has its own sets of expectations from international students. These sets of information can be obtained from the corresponding study institution. However, collectively, some basic requirements need to be met.
Nigerian students who want to pursue Canadian universities must have WAEC or NECO results.
English proficiency is an important entry element which is tested using IELTS, an internationally owned and well-known direct evaluation exam. Thus, universities of Canada request IELTS test reports from Nigerian applicants. The acceptable level of IELTS score is 5.0 to 7.0. This is mainly based on the courses and university you are going to apply to.
One of the important requirements for getting admission to a Canadian university is TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). It tests the quality of people who intend to study or work where English is the primary communication language. The most common University in Canada needs a minimum TOEFL score of 580.
Most Canadian universities in Canada recognize PTE qualifications. It is an effective way to assist your acceptance letter from accredited Canadian study centers. For a Nigerian student, a PTE score ranging from 50 to 63 is adequate to get into a university.
Under certain circumstances you may request a waiver of the English language proficiency requirement. You will need to provide supporting documentation to show that you meet one of the following conditions to receive the waiver:
Students from Nigeria are exempt from the English language proficiency requirements.
In general, business management is considered a versatile degree that can lead to employment in a wide range of sectors. Although several universities worldwide offer business diplomas, we can see the rising numbers of students studying in Canada. This is now popular among the minds of people as well as recruiters who are ready to pick business management graduates from recognized universities.
Aspirants who are interested in pursuing a career in Healthcare and Medicine can prefer the top medical courses. The number of Nigerian applicants who wish to study medical courses has increased in recent years in various courses that include biotechnology, nursing and dentistry, pharmacy, biological science, and bioinformatics.
Are you interested in studying Engineering related courses? You have made the right decision. Yes, engineering is the most sought-after course in Canada. The course is precious for a well-professional engineer and brings you enormous opportunities in various industries. Some of the best engineering courses are petroleum engineering, mining, computer systems engineering, etc.
Canada is highly recognized as one of the world’s renowned legal institutions. This tells that if you're interested in picking law, you will be thoroughly and correctly taught and interested in any discipline of law. Several universities offer comprehensive law courses in Canada for global understudies like criminal law, business law, tax law, etc. When it comes to job possibilities, it is plentiful.
Canada University is recognized for its rigorous academic standards and modern teaching methods. Leading deciding authorities like QS world university rankings and The Higher Education rankings actively appreciate the universities with top rankings. These rankings are made by several criteria that include best overall, highest quality, most innovative, leads of tomorrow. Nigerian students have a wide range of opportunities when picking Canadian universities. Yes, below is the list of top rankers for 2022.
| S.NO | Top universities in Canada |
|---|---|
| 1 | Mount Allison University |
| 2 | Acadia University |
| 3 | Cape Breton University |
| 4 | Brock University |
| 5 | Cambrian College |
| 6 | Fanshawe College |
| 7 | Georgian College |
| 8 | Kings University |
| 9 | Nipissing University |
| 10 | Thompson River University |
| 11 | Lakehead University |
| 12 | University of Guelph |
| 13 | Navitas Canada |
| 14 | Centennial College |
| 15 | Niagara College Toronto |
| 16 | Toronto School of Management |
A student from Nigeria can pursue higher education in Canada with an affordable premium fee structure. Yes, a plethora of courses from top institutions are available with the most cost savings. Generally, it can be taken into consideration with factors like the university you are going to study and the degree that is undertaken.
In common, the colleges in Canada set their fee structure, and these may get varied based on other additional elements like home or international students and undergraduate or postgraduate degrees.
The average cost for Nigerian students to undertake courses in Canada may range from CAD 20,000 to CAD 30,000.
Below is the list of our partner schools and their tuition deposit:
| S/N | Canada Universities | Tuition Deposit (CAD) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yorkville University | $5,000 - $6,000 |
| 2 | Fanshawe College | $9387.64 |
| 3 | University of Northern British Columbia | $7,500 |
| 4 | Memorial University of Newfoundland | $2,000 |
| 5 | Humber College | $8,175 |
| 6 | Mohawk College | $2,200 |
| 7 | Georgian at ILAC | $2,500 |
| 8 | Fleming College | $8,539.10 |
| 9 | Conestoga College | $1,500 |
| 10 | University of Manitoba | NONE |
| 11 | Capilano University | $5,000 |
| 12 | Canadore College | $8,756 |
| 13 | Douglas College | $8,407.81 |
| 14 | Algoma University – Sault Ste. Marie | $11,500 |
| 15 | University of Fraser Valley | $200 |
| 16 | University of Regina | $500 |
| 17 | Trent University | $2,500 |
| 18 | Cape Breton University | $2,500 |
| 19 | Conestoga College | $1,500 |
| 20 | Centennial College | $2,500 |
| 21 | University of Prince Edward Island | NONE |
| 22 | Sault College | $10,300 |
Living costs in urban countries is one of the important considerations for all. This is more certain for international students who wish to study in Canada. Commonly, many aspirants prefer on-campus housing for safety, availability and flexibility, which are not the best options for cost-cutting. However, many affordable options are available in off-campus facilities through which maximum savings can be done.
Living costs may vary from city to city depending on where the university is located, and it is better to make an option by the university you apply to. Pick the cities and the corresponding universities based on the expenses you can make.
| Categories | Monthly Cost (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Food & drinks | 200 - 600 |
| Local Transportation | 80 - 120 |
| Books and Study Material | 200 - 350 |
| Movie ticket | 12 - 14 |
| Health Insurance cost | Varies |
| Miscellaneous | 500 - 1000 |
Careful financial planning is essential to study in Canada. A plethora of financial assistance is now available from top Canadian universities for Nigerian students. Well-defined funding options and programs are available for Nigerian students, mainly regarded as of high academic standing.
Generally, Nigerian scholarships are classified as government funding, scholarships from individual Canadian educational institutions, home country scholarships, etc. It is better to have a pre-plan on the types of scholarships you’re going to apply for and make sure you’re eligible for them.
| Canada University | Scholarship Name | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Nipissing University | Schulich Scholarships | $7,000 |
| Niagara College | English for Academic Preparation Scholarship | $750 - $1,500 |
| Graduate Certificate Scholarship | $2,000 | |
| Brock University | Brock Scholars Awards | $22,050Tuition fee discount rewards |
| Fanshawe College | International ASEAN Language Excellence Entrance Award | Tuition fee discount rewards |
Nigerian aspirants who want to study in Canada must get a study permit. This study permit can be acquired by students when they arrive in Canada. Prior to that, students must acquire a Temporary student visa which is offered by the Canadian High Commission and facilitated by the Visa application center.
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