Why choose universities or colleges in Canada?

Before submitting an application to Canadian colleges and universities, you, as a student, may have several concerns. Which institutions or colleges may I apply to? Which province or campus should I apply to? What are the fundamental requirements for admission? What advantages come with studying at a particular college or university? What are the chances of getting a job in the future? What are the language requirements, including those for the PTE, TOFEL, and IETLS? What is the cost to apply? There are a ton more questions to come.

Career Abroad’s counselors are qualified to help you with these and other inquiries, as well as to guide you in selecting the best Canadian university or colleges to enroll in.

Below, find a list of all the public colleges and universities we represent in different provinces in Canada.

Click on the college name to get an overview.

List of Universities and Colleges of Canada

Alberta

British Columbia

Manitoba

New Brunswick

Newfoundland & Labrador

Nova Scotia

Ontario

Quebec

Saskatchewan

Alberta

British Columbia

Manitoba

New Brunswick

Newfoundland & Labrador

Nova Scotia

Ontario

Quebec

Saskatchewan

Study in High School

There are a number of options available for every student when it comes to high schools in Canada; select the best one based on your interests and location.

Study in College

We are associated with the best colleges in Canada, and we will help you join the most suitable one based on your preferences and educational background.

Study in University

Canada is home to some of the best universities in the world! We are associated with top universities in Canada. We can make your dream come true.

Camps in Canada

Career Abroad can help with participation in camps that are held in Canada and are based on education and culture.

Professional Certificate Programs

Need help finding the right professional certification program that provides an individual with the knowledge, experience, and skill to perform a specific job?

Difference between Universities and colleges.

Academic and professional programs are the main focus of universities. Colleges place more emphasis on trades and career training.

In various English-speaking nations, “college” and “university” have different connotations. Colleges and universities are distinct institutions in Canada; typically, colleges provide a wider variety of programs than universities do.

College

Colleges tend to be more directly career-oriented than universities. This means they offer practical or hands-on training. Generally, a certificate program is 1 year or less, and a diploma program is 2 or 3 years.
Colleges also have pre-trades and apprenticeship training, language training and skills upgrading.
Some Ontario colleges focus on agriculture, health science, art or military programs.

University

Universities are establishments that are able to provide degrees. Every university offers bachelor’s degrees, and many also offer master’s and doctorate programs. Ontario’s universities are autonomous. The Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development provides funds, but each institution is self-governing and controls its own academic offerings, admissions policies, and faculty.

If you study full-time, it typically takes 3–4 years to finish an undergraduate degree. If you want to enroll in a graduate school (Master’s degree), you normally need to have a “honours degree,” which is earned in the fourth year. Many colleges enable students to combine subjects into a “double major” (for example, a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biology).

Numerous universities also offer professional programs in fields like law, medicine, and dentistry. You may be able to start these programs after two or three years of undergraduate education in specific situations.