How much money is required to study in Canada?

Types of expenses

Estimated cost

Food and Dining Costs for Students in Canada

$300 - $400 (per month)

Travel Costs in Canada (Local Travel)

$80 - $110 (per month)

Canada Student Visa Fees

$150

Living Costs in Canada for International Students

$37,526

Travel Expenses to Canada

$1,810

Total Cost of Studying in Canada (Including Tuition, Fees, and Living Expenses)

$67,401 – $114,030

Health Insurance for International Students in Canada

$300 – $800

University Application Fees for Studying in Canada

$125

Accommodation Costs for Indian Students in Canada

$5,000 - $10,000 annually

Test Fees for IELTS, GRE, & Other Exams

$280 - $371

Books and School Supplies Costs in Canada

$1,000 - $2,000

Entertainment Expenses for Students in Canada

$750 (per month)

Average Tuition Fees at Top Canadian Universities

$7,000 - $53,538

Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) for International Students

$20,635

Name of the universities

Annual average fee (CAD)

University of Toronto

$45,800–$67,370

McGill University

$20,000- $27,000

University of British Columbia

$32,267-$42,000

University of Alberta

$9,500 - $12,500

University of Waterloo

$48,000- $71,000

Western University 

$47,000- $63,845

University of Montreal

$14,420 - $22,348,

McMaster University

$6,300- $31,000

University of Ottawa

$11,000- $21,800

Queen’s University 

$12,927- $18,000

Name of the city

Cost of living

Montreal

$9,700 – $12,700

Toronto

$31,000- $42,000

Vancouver

$2,500 – $35,00

Ottawa

$2000 - $2,500 

Quebec

$1,500 – $1,800