How much money will students need to spend in Canada in 2024 - According to our analysis of data from Statistics Canada, QS University Rankings, Universities Canada's Report, and International Student Bodies, the good news is that the cost of studying in Canada for international students in 2024 will be on the lower side as compared to the UK, Australia, the US, and New Zealand.


Canada's attractiveness to students stems from its high ranking among nations with a good quality of life and from the fact that it offers fully financed scholarships to overseas students. Here, we'll look at the factors determining the final price tag for postsecondary education in Canada.

1. Cost of a Canadian university education

For international students, the cost of university education in Canada is relatively low because of the availability of Canadian scholarships and steep tuition reductions for students pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or doctorate in Canada.

Statistics Canada states that the average tuition and fees for an overseas student attending a Canadian university for an undergraduate degree are close to $6800 (CAD) and $21,000 (CAD) for an advanced degree.

In 2024, international students in Canada may be required to pay a yearly tuition price between $7,000 and $22,000, depending on the university and the program they choose. As part of their curriculum, many Canadian university courses have an internship or apprenticeship component, allowing students to work part-time or receive a monthly stipend.

It is essential to understand that overseas students should expect to spend between $12,000 and $18,000 yearly on their studies in Canada.

2. The Real Cost of Being a Canadian Student

Here, I'll answer a frequently asked issue about the cost of living in Canada for students, both domestic and foreign, by analyzing data from Statistics Canada, Universities Canada, and QS. Considering that Canada is a sizable country with both high- and low-cost urban areas, I've provided a range in my estimates of the average annual cost of living in Canada so that you can get a better sense of the differences between, say, the median salary in Canada and the median salary in a costly city in the country.

If you are a Canadian student attending college outside of your home city, you should plan on spending more than CAD$7,000 to CAD$10,000 per year for necessities like food, housing, books, and transportation.

Budgeting between $12,000 to $16,000 per year for necessities, including food, housing, transportation, and entertainment, is a fair starting point for international students in Canada.

3. How Much Elementary and Secondary Education Costs in Canada

Canadian primary and secondary schools charge tuition to overseas students. These costs range from roughly C$15k to C$30k per year for private day schools, C$9k to C$17k per year for Canadian public schools, and C$63k to C$83k per year for a private or independent boarding school. It's common for schools to charge students extra for activities like clubs, field excursions, and even meals.

4. What Canada's Private Language and Vocational Schools Cost

If enrolling in a language course is something you're interested in, the ideal place to do it is at one of Canada's many excellent language schools. Average weekly tuition at a vocational or language school in Canada may range from CAD$340 to CAD$425. However, this may vary depending on the specific institution chosen.

In Canada, the cost of attending a vocational school may range from around $7,000 to $22,000 per year, depending on the chosen curriculum. However, students also need to consider the expense of living.

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