This year, graduate students are experiencing a tuition increase of approximately 3%, with costs averaging 42% lower than those of undergraduate programs.
Thousands and lakhs of students from India and various other regions across the globe travel to Canada for education. Canada has become a second home for countless Indian students. Currently, students aspiring to relocate to Canada for education might need to spend more on tuition costs and housing expenses.
According to ApplyBoard’s most recent ApplyInsights data, the average tuition fees for international undergraduate students in Canada have hit almost $42,000, reflecting a 4% increase from 2024–25.
A four-year undergraduate (UG) course commencing in 2025–26 will exceed $177,000 in tuition fees, whereas a two-year postgraduate course typically costs under $50,000.
A four-year bachelor’s degree in Canada could set you back around ₹11,221,446. And once you factor in living costs and getting your visa sorted, you’re probably looking at closer to ₹1.5 crore.
Money’s a big worry for students from other countries thinking about studying in Canada. With inflation and the way the economy is right now, everyday stuff is getting more expensive – things like rent, food, and keeping the lights on. For the 2025–26 school year, tuition and housing have gone up again, but not as much as they did before.
ApplyBoard’s latest data shows that international students are paying almost $42,000 for undergrad tuition on average. There is a 4% jump from 2024-25, which is the smallest.
This year, graduate students are experiencing a tuition increase of approximately 3%, with costs averaging 42% lower than those of undergraduate programs.
For most international students, tuition is still the biggest cost when they study abroad. A four-year college program starting in 2025–26 will set you back over $177,000 just for tuition. A two-year grad program is cheaper, costing less than $50,000 on average.
College tuition for 2025–26 went up 4% from last year. Graduation school tuition fees also went up, but only by 3%. It’s still going up, just not as fast as college costs.
According to a TOI report, tuition costs differ greatly between provinces, affected by program type, delivery method, and institutional design. Ontario continues to be the priciest province for international students, whereas Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island (PEI) are the least costly.
The report indicates that Ontario represents 48% of all holders of study permits. Ontario’s strong interest in education results in tuition fees that exceed the national average.
Tuition for undergrads in Ontario is way higher, almost 25% more than British Columbia, which is the next priciest province.
Positively, if one is looking at Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, PEI, and Manitoba, tuition fee is less than half of what is to be paid in Ontario. This could save international students some money.