Step 1: Find a world-class school or program.
You can search for college and university programs in Canada
here.
It is important to understand where you want to live in Canada. Useful information about different regions of Canada, living and studying in each province or territory, is available
here.
Step 2: Make a budget and find out how to pay for your studies.
Studying in Canada is an affordable option. School fees for college and university are generally lower than fees in the US, UK, and Australia. Scholarships, fellowships and grants may help Ukrainian students finance their studies.
Learn more about study costs for international students in Canada
at the website.
Step 3: Apply to a chosen institution.
Make sure to provide accurate information and all the required documents. The required documents may differ in different institutions.
Some colleges and universities in Canada can assess your educational and professional credentials. In other cases, you’ll need to use
an assessment service in Canada. Please contact the Canadian college or university you wish to attend directly for details on how its assessment process works.
Be sure to apply well in advance.
Step 4: Apply to study in Canada.
Once your school gives you your letter of acceptance, you will need to get a study permit from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
! Note. If you will be studying in Quebec, you may also need to get a
Quebec Acceptance Certificate from the government of Quebec before you apply for a study permit.
💡 To ensure a comfortable and safe move to a new country for the purpose of studying, we advise
contacting a specialist. Our qualified specialists with a law degree will help you with your studies in Canada, preparation of necessary documents and other issues. To learn more, please follow the
link.
Step 5: Get ready to come to Canada
- Arrange your housing and accommodations
- Find out what kind of travel and health insurance you need
- Book your flight and find out about baggage limits and customs rules
- Bring a small amount of Canadian or US cash
- Download the ArriveCan mobile app for a faster border experience
- Make sure you have all the documents you need to bring with you, such as:
- the letter of acceptance from your school
- medical and immunization records
- any documents your school asks you to bring.
College and vocational school costs
Tuition fees for colleges and vocational schools vary depending on the program and school. Programs also vary in length: starting from a few months to a few years. Typically, tuition can range from approximately $7,000 to $22,000 per year. Many college programs also include a work placement or apprenticeship, allowing earning an income while studying.
On average, living costs are around $15,000 per year for college students.
You can calculate a cost for a chosen college program using this link.
Tuition in Quebec
In Quebec, tuition typically costs around $6,000 a year. You can search the cost of education by country from les CÉGEPS du Québec.
Starting in 2023, some international students in Quebec could be eligible for lower tuition. Students who qualify for the program will pay the same annual tuition as students from Quebec. Find more information about the exemption from additional fees from the government of Quebec.
💡 Advice from Visit Ukraine for Ukrainians planning to study abroad
Planning to move to another country to study can be a daunting task. Where to start? What is the first step to getting a visa or study permit? It is easy to get confused at first - especially if you have never done anything like this before.
That's why we recommend using Visit World's Education Guides - detailed step-by-step guides to organize your trip, which contain basic tips on how to get a student visa, study permit, permanent or temporary residence permit, and much more. For more information, please follow the link.
University costs
Tuition fees for universities vary depending on the program and school you choose. On average in Canada, university tuition costs around:
- $36,100 per year for international undergraduate students
- $21,100 per year for international graduate students
On average, living costs are around $15,000 per year for university students.
You can calculate a cost for a chosen program using this link.
Tuition in Quebec
Starting in 2023, some international students in Quebec could be eligible for lower university tuition. Students who qualify for the program will pay the same annual tuition as students from Quebec. Find more information about the exemption from additional fees from the government of Quebec.
Who can apply: Eligibility requirements
You can come to Canada to study if you:
- are enrolled at a DLI (Designated Learning Institution)
- prove you have enough money to pay for:
- your tuition fees
- living expenses for yourself and any family members who come with you to Canada and
- return transportation for yourself and any family members who come with you to Canada
- obey the law, have no criminal record and get a police certificate (if required)
- are in good health and get a medical exam (if required) and
- prove to an officer that you will leave Canada when your study permit expires.
Your responsibilities
While studying in Canada you must:
- make progress toward completing your program
- respect any conditions listed on your study permit
- stop studying if you no longer meet the requirements
Required documents to apply for a study permit in Canada for Ukrainians
- Proof of acceptance – a letter of acceptance (LOA). Include the original or electronic copy of your letter with your study permit application.
- A provincial attestation letter from the province or territory where you plan to study. Each province or territory is developing a process to get a provincial attestation letter.
- Proof of identity – a valid passport or travel document and two recent passport-size photos.
- Proof of financial support. In all provinces except Quebec amount of funds required per year (not including tuition) for one person is CAN$ 20,635.
You may also need:
- A letter of explanation. This letter helps the visa officer to understand you and your goals. It explains why you want to study in Canada and that you understand your responsibilities as a student.
- An attestation of issuance of your Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ). You can find out which documents you need to study in Quebec here.
- A medical exam. Find out who needs a medical exam here.
- A custodian declaration (minors only).
🍀 To move, travel or work safely in a new country, you will need health insurance. You can apply for an extended policy on our website here.
How to apply for a Study Permit for Ukrainians?
1. Get your documents ready
2. Apply online. If you’re applying for a study permit, you must apply online, whether you’re outside of Canada or already in Canada.
You can apply online for a study permit on IRCC Portal following the link.
Follow these steps to apply online using the IRCC Portal:
1. Get an invite code, create an account and sign in.
If it’s your first time using the IRCC Portal, you need an invite code to create an account. Once you have your code, you can create an account in the portal and sign in.
2. Complete the online form and upload your documents.
After you answer all the questions, you’ll get a list of documents you need to upload. This includes the documents that show you’re eligible to travel to Canada right now and support your study permit application.
3. Pay a fee.
How much does a Study Permit cost for Ukrainians?
A study permit for Ukrainians to study in Canada costs $CAN 150.
How long does it take to get a Study Permit for Ukrainians?
Approximately, 9 weeks.
After you apply
1. Your fingerprints and photo (biometrics). Book your biometrics collection appointment as soon as you can to avoid processing delays.
2. Wait for IRCC to process your study permit application.
IRCC may also ask you to:
- go to an interview with our officials in your country, or
- send us more information
If IRCC approves your application for a study permit
We will be sent a port of entry letter of introduction that says you’re allowed to study in Canada. This letter is not your study permit. You need to bring this letter with you and show it to a border services officer when you arrive in Canada.
You will also get an electronic travel authorization (eTA) or a visitor visa (temporary resident visa) to enter Canada, if you need one.
If IRCC refuses your application for a study permit
IRCC will send you a letter explaining why.
Use this scholarships search tool to explore scholarships offered by Canadian governments, foreign governments, non-governmental organizations and international organizations.
You can discover International Scholarships for Ukrainians by following the link.
Also, you can find information about scholarships in Canada with full funding for International students in 2025 here.
There are free language courses for Ukrainians available in Canada:
Other useful links for Ukrainian students in Canada are available here.
