Cost of Studying in Canada

The average cost of studying in Canada for 1 year is about 50,000 CAD/year (about 883,000,000 VND). The cost of studying abroad can vary depending on your level of study, school, and the city you are studying in. You can refer to the statistics of the types of costs of studying in Canada for 1 year:

To calculate the cost for the duration of your study abroad in Canada, let's take for example a student who attends a Bachelor's program in Canada for 4 years. With a tuition fee of 50,000 CAD/year and a living cost of about 15,000 CAD/year, the total estimated cost for 4 years of study would be: (50,000 + 15,000) x 4 = 260,000 CAD/year

Note: tuition fees and living expenses may vary according to the level of study and living needs.

One of the main costs of studying in Canada is the tuition fee, the tuition fee depends on the city, the program and the school you are applying to. To ensure a smooth study in Canada, you must plan to spend between 10,000 - 50,000 CAD/year to pay tuition fees. Some majors may have cheaper tuition fees such as Humanities, Education, and Arts, while Medicine and Engineering majors usually have high tuition fees.

Below are the types of tuition fees to study in Canada 2025 classified by level and study time for your easy reference.

(According to the exchange rate of 17,738.44 VND/CAD Vietcombank on 07/11/2024)

Rates are subject to change from time to time

IDP will compile detailed information about the cost of studying in Canada by tier for international students in the section below:

2.1. Tuition fees for studying in Canada at high school level

According to information from Education, the tuition fees of the high school program in Canada for international students are as follows:

• Public schools can range from $9,500 to $17,000 per year.

• Private or independent schools can range from $15,000 to $30,000 per year.

• Private or independent boarding schools can range from $63,000 to $83,000 per year.

In addition, schools in Canada can charge a small fee for extracurricular activities such as joining clubs, sports teams or field trips, helping students experience new and exciting things in Canada.

2.2. Tuition fees for studying in Canada at college and vocational level

College and vocational tuition fees can vary depending on the program, school, state, and city you choose. Typically, college or vocational tuition fees can range from CAD 7,000 to CAD 22,000 per year. In addition, many college programs allow students to work part-time or do internships to earn extra income during their studies.

2.3. Tuition Fees for Undergraduate Study in Canada

The cost of undergraduate study abroad in Canada will vary depending on the program and school you choose. For international students, the tuition fee will be about 36,100 CAD/year (according to Statistics Canada, 2022)

2.4. Tuition fees to study in Canada at the Master's and Master's levels

For postgraduate programs such as Masters and PhDs, the average tuition fee is about 21,100 CAD/year (According to Statistics Canada, 2022).

In conclusion, to build a solid financial plan for studying in Canada, you and your family should prepare a budget ranging from 7,000 – 83,000 CAD/year (about 123 – 1,460 million VND/year) depending on the level of study, type of school and field of study you choose.

In addition, tuition fees in Canada vary significantly by major. Disciplines in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, law, pharmacy and ophthalmology often have the highest tuition fees. In addition, the difference in the state and city you choose to study abroad greatly affects the tuition fee.

Cost of Housing in Canada

One of the most concerning issues when studying in Canada—after tuition fees—is "where will I live and how much will it cost?". There are 3 accommodation options for international students in Canada.

(According to the exchange rate of 17,738.44 VND/CAD Vietcombank on 07/11/2024)

Rates are subject to change from time to time

During your first year, you can choose to live in your school's dormitory. With a dorm room, you will usually stay with 1 other friend and share the kitchen and living facilities with the students in the same building.

The second place to stay when studying in Canada is apartments for rent outside the campus. This option may seem more comfortable when you have a private bedroom, but you still have to share other spaces in the apartment with your roommate. In addition, you also have to pay for other living expenses such as electricity, water, internet, etc. The cost of renting a room will vary greatly, depending on the real estate price of the area where you are studying.

Another option is to live with a Canadian family in the form of a homestay. Initially, you will have to pay a small fee for the home search service. When in this form of homestay, you will be able to participate in activities with your family and learn more about the local culture.

Cost of Living in Canada

When studying in Canada, you will need an amount of money for shopping, necessities, extracurricular activities, and in case of emergencies. It's better to keep track of your monthly spending so you don't get "swinging your hand too much." Learn about IDP's Cost of Living Calculator here.

Here are some costs for your reference:

(According to the exchange rate of 17,738.44 VND/CAD Vietcombank on 07/11/2024)

Rates are subject to change from time to time

Experience shows that expenses such as health, entertainment, shopping, etc. will also cost you quite a bit. Try to save and have a reasonable spending plan, which will help you be financially proactive during your study abroad in Canada.

See more:

Part-time jobs for students while studying in Canada

Cost of Living in Canada

Compulsory health insurance

Purchasing health insurance while studying in Canada is a must. Depending on the state or city you choose, you will have different options in terms of type of insurance and cost. You may have to pay about 600-800 CAD/year to enroll in health insurance. To ensure your health and avoid unexpected risks, you should research the insurance policies in the state or city you will be studying abroad in before you leave.

In addition to paying tuition fees, you have to pay the Canadian student visa application fee and fingerprinting, a total of $235 CAD (about 4.2 million VND – VCB exchange rate 7/11/2024). Fingerprinting is mandatory if you want to study and work in Canada, applicable from October 31, 2018 and valid for 10 years. For more: Summary of information on applying for a Canadian student visa

Medical examination fee

The medical examination fee when studying in Canada is $126 USD in Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh City (about 2.9 million VND – VCB exchange rate 12/04/2023) for adults 11 years old and over and $147 USD (about 3.4 million VND) in Hanoi.

Fees for making judicial records

This is a type of document issued by the Department of Justice or the National Center for Judicial Records, in order to provide basic information about an individual, prove whether or not he has a criminal record, whether his or her background is pure or not... If you want to study in Canada, Vietnamese students are required to have this type of document, and the cost of making a criminal record is 200,000 VND.

In addition, not only criminal records, you can learn more about what a Canadian study abroad application needs to best prepare for your study abroad journey!

Guardianship Fee

Most high schools in Canada will require international students to have a guardian when applying for admission to the school. The average cost of guardianship is 200 - 1,000 CAD (about 3.5 - 17,700,000 VND)

The average fee for considering admission documents

When applying for admission to a Canadian school, you must pay the application fee. Depending on the school you choose, this fee will vary, with an average of 100 CAD (about 1,773,000 VND)

Proof of financial support to study in Canada

To apply for a Canadian student visa, you need to prove financially that you can afford to pay for at least 10,000 CAD along with tuition fees for the first year. If you are traveling with a loved one, the amount of proof will increase by CAD 4,000 for the first person and CAD 3,000 for each subsequent person.

Translation fees

The fee for translating Canadian student documents is about 800,000 VND/set, but you will be exempt from this fee when you apply directly at IDP.

In order to create all conditions for Vietnamese students to study in Canada at the most economical cost, IDP regularly applies attractive and completely free incentives, including:

✅ Free document translation up to 1 million VND (*)

✅ Free air ticket (depending on each program and specific application time). (*)

✅ Reasonable tuition fees from 250-500 million VND for a university or college

✅ program Free counseling, scholarship hunting

✅ guidance Support for applying to study in Canada

✅ Support for booking air tickets.

(*) Conditional application

The free support from IDP will help you reduce your worries about the procedure, but also reduce part of the cost of studying abroad with peace of mind. You can leave your information and email to be updated by us with the latest offers and scholarships to study in Canada.

Studying in Canada is no longer a distant dream if you know how to plan your finances effectively. Here are some suggestions to help you reduce your costs and enjoy your time studying abroad in Canada to the fullest:

Hunt for scholarships to study in Canada

Take the time to research and look for scholarship programs for international students. You can follow the websites of the institution, university, and government to stay up-to-date with the most detailed information about the list of scholarships available. Once you have found the right type of scholarship, prepare your application and submit it on time.

Working part-time

International students can look for part-time work opportunities on and off campus to earn extra collections. The Canadian government allows international students to work part-time for up to 24 hours a week during their studies. International students are allowed to work with no limit on the number of hours on vacation.

Work-study system

Work-study programs are a great option for you to learn while earning extra income. Moreover, practical work experience will help you gain knowledge and skills and open up many career opportunities in the future.

Plan to study in Canada effectively with IDP!

For those who are planning to study abroad, Canada is one of the ideal countries to study under a quality education system and open job opportunities after graduation.

If you are still struggling to know how to divide the cost of living while studying in Canada in the most suitable way, IDP is ready to advise you on studying in Canada with the best support options for your study abroad journey.

You can also participate in free Canadian study abroad seminars organized by IDP, where counselors will help you find the right school, industry, and course and find scholarships to study in Canada with a value of up to 100%. In addition, IDP will assist with free financial proof, housing finding, and international money transfers for students.

Contact the IDP 19006955 hotline for advice on studying in Canada now!