Scholarship in Canada 2022
Why study in Canada
Canada is among the most sought-after countries for undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate studies, these days. There are several reasons for that, first of all, the country provides high-quality education, affordable tuition fees, ample scholarship opportunities internship opportunities, higher living standards and most importantly the liberal policies of the government which allow students to work alongside their studies to compensate their expenses and also provide them with work visa after graduation (post-graduate work permit program), which is the dream of every Pakistan student to work abroad. On the other hand, it might not be very easy for everyone to go to Canada for higher studies due to the huge expenditure mostly on tuition fees. However, there are many scholarship programs offered by the government and the universities which allow a student from a middle-class family to go to higher studies in Canada. Lets look at some of the scholarship opportunities available for Pakistani students in Canada.
Top universities in Canada for Pakistani students
- University of Toronto
- University of British Columbia
- University of Montreal
- McGill University
- University of Ottawa
- University of Waterloo
- University of Alberta
- Western University
- Dalhousie University
- University of Calgary
- University of Manitoba
- Simon Fraser University
Canada Scholarships 2022 for Pakistani student
Canada is the land of opportunities for international students. Along with its top universities, it also provides scholarships to students from all around the world. This helps students in developing nations to avail higher education from Canada. Here we will look at some of the scholarship opportunities for Pakistani students in Canada.
Graduate university scholarships
- University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships
- Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships
- Natural Resources Canada Postdoctoral Research Program – This program provide opportunity for people who have recently obtained doctoral degree in natural science to work in a research group.
- Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED) – This program is fully funder short-time exchange opportunity for university students
- Ontario Trillium Scholarships (OTS) in Canada – Partial funding opportunity for PHD candidates
- Prime Minister of Canada Scholarships – PM of Canada Scholarships provide financial assistance to up to 3,000 students each year who are pursuing Masters and Ph.D. degrees at Canadian universities.
- Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship – This is a graduate scholarship program, that offers scholarships to around 166 students every year.
- Peo International Peace Scholarship – This scholarship program specifically supports women to pursue their port-graduate studies from Canada and USA.
Undergraduate university scholarships
- York University International Student Scholarships
- Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at University of Toronto
- University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarship
- University of British Columbia Scholarships for International Students
- Humber College International Entrance Scholarships
- Winnipeg President’s Scholarships for World Leaders
- Carleton Prestige Scholarships
- International scholarship program at university of Toronto
- A Wehrung
- International undergraduate scholarship program at university of Manitoba
- University of Ottawa Scholarship 2022
Affordable Universities in Canada
Although not everyone can get a fully-funded scholarship, there are many other universities in Canada that are offering programs at a very affordable fee. Here is the list of universities that are affordable for Pakistani students:
| University | English proficiency requirement | Application and Tuition (annual) Fee |
|---|---|---|
| SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 7 | Application Fee – $125 |
| TOEFL – 93 | Tuition Fee – $5300 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $90 |
| TOEFL – 90 | Tuition Fee – $6536 | |
| CARLETON UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $100 |
| TOEFL – 83 | Tuition Fee – $7400 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND | IELTS – 7 | Application Fee – $156 |
| TOEFL – 100 | Tuition Fee – $7200 | |
| DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 7 | Application Fee – $115 |
| TOEFL – 92 | Tuition Fee – $9200 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $125 |
| PTE – 59 | Tuition Fee – $10200 | |
| MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY OF NEWFOUNDLAND | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $120 |
| TOEFL – 90 | Tuition Fee – $9700 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $110 |
| TOEFL – 86 | Tuition Fee – $10,519 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN BRITISH COLUMBIA | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $150 |
| TOEFL – 90 | Tuition Fee – $12550 | |
| QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY AT KINGSTON | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $105 |
| TOEFL – 88 | Tuition Fee – $14800 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF REGINA | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $100 |
| TOEFL – 80 | Tuition Fee – $13000 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $120 |
| TOEFL – 80 | Tuition Fee – $14960 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $100 |
| TOEFL – 86 | Tuition Fee – $15500 | |
| CANADIAN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $150 |
| TOEFL – 80 | Tuition Fee – $15000 | |
| BRANDON UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $100 |
| TOEFL – 86 | Tuition Fee – $16100 | |
| CAPE BRETON UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $110 |
| TOEFL – 80 | Tuition Fee – $17100 | |
| MCMASTER UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $125 |
| TOEFL – 92 | Tuition Fee – $53000 | |
| ACADIA UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $50 |
| TOEFL – 90 | Tuition Fee – $17500 | |
| CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 7 | Application Fee – $100 |
| TOEFL – 90 | Tuition Fee – $18900 | |
| DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $120 |
| TOEFL – 80 | Tuition Fee – $17900 | |
| SAINT PAUL UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $100 |
| TOEFL – 92 | Tuition Fee – $19000 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $110 or 150 depending on program |
| TOEFL – 89 | Tuition Fee – $20100 | |
| ATHABASCA UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 6 | Application Fee – $110 |
| TOEFL – 80 | Tuition Fee – $19600 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $180 |
| TOEFL – 100 | Tuition Fee – $24900 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $145 |
| TOEFL – 83 | Tuition Fee – $25300 | |
| MCGILL UNIVERSITY | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $113 |
| TOEFL – 86 | Tuition Fee – $25200 | |
| UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA | IELTS – 6.5 | Application Fee – $168 |
| TOEFL – 90 | Tuition Fee – $27200 |
Post Graduate Work Permit in Canada
Once students complete their education in Canada, they can apply for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP). PGWPs are open work permits granted by the government of Canada to overseas students who have completed a program of study from a university in Canada. PGWPs allow the bearer to work for any employer in Canada for as many hours as they like. This work visa or permit is valid for 8 months to 3 years and is an excellent opportunity to gain significant job experience in Canada. Once an applicant has worked in Canada, he or she has an opportunity of obtaining permanent residency in Canada.
You can stay in Canada for 90 days after your completion letter is available, so apply for a work permit within those 90 days. Otherwise, if you don’t have enough, your study permit is expiring, you can first apply for visitors’ status or can leave Canada, and can apply for a work permit after 180 days of completion letter. You can apply online through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website.
Student Life in Canada
Canada is known for hosting hundreds of thousands of international students from all over the world. Canada has been a very welcoming people for immigration from all over the world. Therefore, international students beginning their studies in Canada will come across multicultural societies that are accustomed to engaging and mixing with people from other countries, which make newcomer comfortable. Because of Canada’s significant immigration rate, it is home to a varied range of ethnicities and religious groups.
Canada is known for its love of hockey, but the country has much more to offer than sports, such as spectacular architecture, beautiful art forms, fascinating theatre acts, popular global festivals that draw celebrities, and a plethora of casinos and nightclubs. Canada is a vibrant country where you can find something to occupy your time regardless of your interests. Even Canada’s cuisine is so diverse that you will find meals to fit your preferences no matter where you come from.
With the increase in numbers of international students every year, the Canadian governments and educational institutions are devising new strategies to improve student life in the country and make it easier for international students who want to work and live in the country after graduation. Most universities and institutes in Canada provide a variety of initiatives for overseas students to take part in various campus communities and activities. Many institutes also provide financial aid to students who have excellent academic records. All of these factors appeal to international students to pursue their education in Canada.
