Can I get a Canada student visa without IELTS?

Yes, you can get a student visa in Canada without IELTS but it is mandatory to take some other English language proficiency test. International students can opt other English Language tests like TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CELPIP, or PTE to obtain the Canada student visa.

 

In 2024, almost 485,000 international students migrated to Canada to pursue studies. As per the report of IRCC, around 1,028,650 international students are studying in Canada. The country offers a wide range of courses in 8000 recognized universities, including the 31 QS rankings institutes.

 

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Alternative English Language Test for IELTS to study in Canada

The table below showcases the alternative English proficiency tests for IELTS and the required scores to study in Canada:

English Proficiency Tests	Score Required
TOEFL	80 to 100
CAEL	70
CAE	180 to 200
CPE	200 to 230
Duolingo English Test	85 and 120
CanTEST	4
PTE Academic	50 to 79

 

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How to apply for a Canadian student visa?

The following are the steps to apply for a Canadian student visa:

 

Step 1: Get a letter of acceptance from the desired university of Canada

Step 2: Apply at the CIC website for your Canada student visa

Step 3: Collect all the necessary documents

Step 4: Submit the student visa application with the required document

Step 5: Pay the application fee and attend the interview

Step 6: Wait for visa approval

Step 7: Fly to Canada

 

What are the admission requirements for studying in Canada?

The following are the admission requirements to study in Canada:

 

• Standardized test scores of SAT, GRE, GMAT, or LSAT
• Statement of purpose
• Documents of education, including mark sheets, transcripts, and certificates
• A valid passport
• Letter of Recommendation
• Evidence of funds
• Medical report
• A clean criminal record certificate
• A provincial attestation letter (PAL)
• English Language proficiency like TOEFL, PTE Academics, CAEL, or Duolingo

 

Top 10 Universities to study in Canada without IELTS

The following is the list of top universities where you can study without IELTS:

 

• University of Toronto
• University of Canada West
• University of Prince Edward Island
• Thompson Rivers University
• University of Regina
• University of Saskatchewan
• University of Winnipeg
• Concordia University
• Memorial University of Newfoundland
• Brock University

 

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