Studying in Canada

More than 130,000 students come to study in Canada every year and even more come to Canada to learn English or French. Foreign students bring a rich culture to our classrooms. Your knowledge and skills are welcome in our schools.

The provinces regulate education and schools in Canada. For more detailed information on living and studying in a specific province or territory, contact the school where you wish to study.

Study permits

To study in Canada, you may need a study permit or a temporary resident visa, though not everyone must have these documents.

Learn about:

• Before you apply
  Find out what you need to know about studying in Canada.
• Who can apply
  This page provides information about the requirements you must meet before applying to study in Canada.
• How to apply
  Find out how to apply, where to get application forms and guides, and what documents to provide with your application.
• After applying
  Information is provided on your application status and other steps you may need to take, such as getting a medical examination or security check.
• Arriving
  Find out what to do when you arrive in Canada.
• Extending your stay
  Information is available on the requirements you must meet and steps you must take if you wish to stay longer in Canada.
• Dual Intent
  Information about the concept of dual intent and how it is dealt with in the study permit process
• Frequently asked questions
  This section answers questions Citizenship and Immigration Canada is often asked about studying in Canada.

If you are interested in working in Canada while a student, see Work permits for students in the Related Links section at the bottom of this page.

Work permits for students

It is possible to work in Canada while you are here as a student, and there are opportunities for jobs on and off campus. You will need to apply.

Learn about:

• Working on campus
  This page provides information about applying to work at the school where you study.
• Working off campus
  Find information about applying to work off campus while you study in Canada.
• Co-op and internship programs
  Information is provided about applying to work as part of your academic program.
• Working after graduation
  Information about applying to work after you graduate from school can be found on this page.
• Work available to your spouse or common-law partner
  Find information about how your spouse or common-law partner can apply to work while you study or work in Canada.
• Frequently asked questions
  Answers are provided to questions Citizenship and Immigration Canada is often asked about applying to work while studying in Canada.

You may need a study permit to go to school in Canada. For more information, see Study permits in the Related Links section at the bottom of this page.