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Choosing a School, College, or University in Canada:
There are many different types of schools and institutions in Canada. For more information and listings of schools, contact the organizations listed below for each institution type, or consult:

• Study in Canada, the Government of Canada Web site on this topic
• the Ministry of Education of the province in which you would like to study
• Canadian Bureau for International Education
• Canadian Education Centre Network

Primary and Secondary Schools

These are schools that teach students up to the grade 12 level. Provincial governments in Canada regulate all primary and secondary schools. Find out more information about schools from the Ministry of Education of the province in which you would like to study.

Post-Secondary Institutions (Universities and Colleges)

Post-secondary schools include colleges, universities and technical schools. Each post-secondary school has its own set of rules on how to apply, and decides what level of English or French you will need to be accepted. For more information on post-secondary schools, contact:

• Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada
• Association of Canadian Community Colleges
• Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials

Private Career and Vocational Schools

Provincial governments do not necessarily regulate private schools. Make sure that the private school you apply to meets provincial education requirements. For more information on private career colleges, contact the National Association of Career Colleges.

Language Schools

There are many schools in Canada that teach English or French as a second language. Provincial governments regulate language programs at public institutions. For more information about these programs, contact:

• Canadian Language Council

Provincial governments do not necessarily regulate language programs at private schools. Make sure that the private school you apply to meets provincial education requirements. For more information about private language programs, contact:

• Canadian Association of Private Language Schools
• Canadian Language Council

How to Apply to a School, College or University

Once you have chosen a place to study you will need to apply to that school, college or university. Every school has different rules on how to apply.

Make sure you apply early for your course of study. Apply at least six months in advance to primary and secondary schools. University and college students should apply a year before they want to start their studies.

Contact the school where you want to study to learn how to apply. They will give you the right application forms and be able to tell you about:

• the cost of applying;
• tuition fees;
• health insurance;
• rent and how much it will cost to live in Canada;
• language tests.

Fill out the application form for the school or schools of your choice, and submit it according to the instructions provided. If the school admits you as a student, they will send you a letter of acceptance. You need a letter of acceptance in order to apply for a Study Permit.

Health Insurance

The government of Canada does not pay for the medical costs of foreign students. Health coverage for foreign students varies between provinces. Contact the school at which you are applying to receive more information about medical coverage and health insurance.

How to apply for a Study Permit:
Find all the forms you need to apply for a Study Permit, along with step-by-step instructions. This includes information about:

• medical examinations;
• police checks;
• application fees; and
• financial requirements.
  
  How to Apply for a Study Permit
  

  Step 1:		Print the Application for a Study Permit.
  Step 2:		Collect the documents you need to apply.
  Step 3:		(For those who are applying to study in the province of Quebec only.) If you are applying to study in Quebec, you will also need a Certificat d’acceptation du Québec (Quebec Certificate of Acceptance, or CAQ) issued by the Ministère des Relations avec les citoyens et de l’Immigration (MRCI). Please see Quebec’s immigration Web site for more information. Your school will also have information about applying to study in Quebec.
  Step 4:		Complete the application for a Study Permit. Fill in the forms carefully and completely. Follow the instructions Use a typewriter or print clearly, using black ink. Add appropriate characters for languages that do not use the Latin alphabet, such as Chinese, Arabic, Cyrillic, Japanese, Hebrew, etc. Sign and date your application forms.
  Step 5:		Include the correct Application Fee. There is a processing fee to apply for a Study Permit. For current rates, see the Fee Schedule for CIC Services. Verify acceptable methods of payment with the office where you submit your application.
  Step 6:		Make sure that your application is complete. Consult the Visa Office to see if you need to fill out any additional forms or provide any additional documents.
  Step 7:		Submit your application, fees, and required documents to a Visa Office at the Canadian embassy, high commission or consulate responsible for the country in which you are living. If you are from the U.S.A., Greenland, or St. Pierre and Miquelon, you can apply at a Canadian Port of Entry.
  Step 8:		Supply additional information or documents when the Visa Office requests it. This may include: Medical Examination Results: You must pass a medical exam, if you: come from a country with high health risks; or if you will be studying or working in a place where protection of public health is essential A Visa Officer will advise you if you need to take a medical examination, and will provide you with instructions on how to proceed. If you need a medical examination, processing your application could take at least three extra months. Police Certificates/Certificate of Good Conduct: A Visa Officer may request a police certificate to prove to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Officers that you are a responsible person and that you do not have a criminal record. Police agencies may do a criminal or security background check. These checks may be done on anyone 18 years of age and over applying for a Study Permit. If you move or change your address, your telephone or FAX number before your application has been processed, you must advise CIC of this new information. Contact the Visa Office where you submitted your application. When you apply for your Study Permit, there is no guarantee of acceptance. You should not take any final steps, such as purchasing plane tickets or quitting your job, until your Study Permit is approved. If you have any questions about your application, please contact the Visa Office where you submit your application.

   

This application includes the following items:

• Guide [IMM 5269]
  
• Application for a Study Permit [IMM 1294]
• Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union [IMM 5409]
• Use of a Representative [IMM 5476]
• Document Checklist [IMM 5483]