Studying in Canada takes planning: choosing the right school, applying on time, getting your attestation letter and study permit, and knowing the rules once you arrive. This page puts every guide we’ve written in the order you’ll need it.
Our guides are general information based on official sources, not legal advice. Check the official IRCC pages before you apply.
Step 1: Decide if Canada is right for you
Look at the benefits, the real costs and the current limits on international students before you commit.
- Why study in Canada? Benefits and what to consider
- Study in Canada from Bangladesh: step-by-step guide
- Cost of studying in Canada for international students
- Cheapest universities in Canada for international students
- Scholarships for international students in Canada
- Canada’s 2026 study permit cap, explained
Step 2: Choose a school and program
Only designated learning institutions can accept international students, and the type of school affects your work rights after graduation.
- Types of post-secondary schools in Canada
- What is a designated learning institution (DLI)?
- Do you need IELTS to study in Canada?
Step 3: Apply for admission
Most schools set their own deadlines and fees. Some waive the application fee for students who apply through a partner.
- Canadian university application deadlines
- Universities in Canada with no application fee
- Free application codes for Canadian universities
- University of Winnipeg application fee waiver
- University of Regina application fee waiver
Step 4: Get your attestation letter and study permit
After you’re accepted, your school helps you get a PAL/TAL if you need one. Then you apply to IRCC for your study permit.
- Provincial attestation letter (PAL) 2026
- Study permit document checklist
- How to write a study permit letter of explanation
- How long a study permit takes
Step 5: Study and work in Canada
Your study permit has conditions you must follow, including limits on how much you can work.
Step 6: Plan what comes after graduation
A post-graduation work permit can lead to Canadian work experience and, for many, permanent residence.
Get help with your application
If you’d like to talk through your school and program choices, you can book a one-to-one admission consultation. For study permit or immigration advice, always use a licensed immigration consultant or lawyer.