100% Canadian University Scholarships for International Students 🇨🇦

Summary

In this video, Saloni Verma discusses the benefits of studying at Canadian universities, highlighting their affordability, with tuition fees 16-38% lower than in the US, and higher acceptance rates. Despite slightly lower employment rates in Canada, she introduces scholarships at top Canadian universities like the University of Waterloo, University of British Columbia, and the University of Toronto. However, she notes that the University of Toronto does not offer financial aid to international students, suggesting alternative financial aid sources for those interested.

Takeaways

• 📚 Canadian universities are 16 to 38 percent cheaper than US-based schools, considering both tuition fees and living expenses.
• 🏫 Canadian universities have three times higher acceptance rates compared to US-based schools, making them more accessible for international students.
• 🇨🇦 Despite the benefits, the employment rate in Canada is slightly lower than in the US due to fewer cutting-edge technology job opportunities.
• 🤑 Tuition fees at Canadian universities typically range from CAD 30,000 to 45,000 per year, which is significantly lower than the US average of over USD 50,000.
• 🎓 The University of Waterloo offers CAD 10,000 scholarships to international students with high school grades above 90%, based on merit.
• 📰 Carleton University provides entrance scholarships for students with an 80% or above aggregate high school grade, renewable annually.
• 🌟 The University of British Columbia offers scholarships based on entrance exam results and has specific awards for outstanding international students.
• 🏙️ George Brown College, located in Toronto, offers scholarships for international students with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and for graduate students with a 3.5 GPA.
• 🏛️ The University of Toronto provides the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship for exceptional international students but does not offer financial aid.
• 💼 For those interested in the University of Toronto, external financial aid sources are recommended as the institution does not provide aid to international students.
• 🔬 It is not compulsory to have biology in classes 11 and 12 for biotechnology; a strong statement of purpose and relevant online courses can compensate for the lack of biology.

Q & A

Why did the video switch from discussing U.S.-based colleges to Canadian universities?

The video switched to Canadian universities because they are 16 to 38 percent cheaper than U.S.-based schools, which is a significant factor for many students considering college affordability.

What are the main factors contributing to the affordability of Canadian universities compared to U.S. schools?

The affordability comes from both lower tuition fees and reduced living expenses in Canada, as compared to the U.S.

How do the acceptance rates of Canadian universities compare to those of U.S.-based schools?

Canadian universities have three times higher acceptance rates than U.S.-based schools.

What is the main disadvantage of studying in Canada compared to the U.S. as mentioned in the video?

The main disadvantage is the slightly lower employment rate in Canada due to fewer cutting-edge technology job opportunities compared to the U.S.

What is the estimated tuition fee range for Canadian universities per year?

The tuition fee for Canadian universities is typically between 30,000 to 45,000 Canadian dollars per year before financial aid or scholarships.

What is the University of Waterloo known for, and what type of scholarship does it offer for international students?

The University of Waterloo is known for its computer science program and offers a merit-based scholarship of 10,000 dollars to 20 international students each year who have greater than 90 percent in their high school transcripts.

What is unique about the scholarships offered by Carlton University for international students?

Carlton University offers entrance scholarships for American and international high school students with an aggregate high school grade of 80 and above, which is renewable every year.

What type of scholarships are available at the University of British Columbia for international students?

The University of British Columbia offers entrance-based scholarships for high school grades and other scholarships like the Outstanding International Student Awards and International Tuition Awards for graduate students.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for the George Brown College international student scholarships?

George Brown College requires a minimum GPA of 2.5 for its international student scholarships, which are available for students in any full-time program.

What is the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship at the University of Toronto, and what is a notable aspect about the university's financial aid policy?

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship at the University of Toronto is awarded to international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and leadership. A notable aspect is that the university, being publicly funded, does not offer financial aid to international students and instead directs them to explore financial aid programs in their home countries.

Is it compulsory to have biology in class 11 and 12 to pursue biotechnology, as mentioned in a viewer's question?

No, it is not compulsory to have biology in class 11 and 12 to pursue biotechnology. However, showing a strong interest and taking online courses related to biology can help in making a case for the transition to a bio-related field.