Cheap universities for masters in Canada-Spend Less on tuition

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Moving to Canada for educational purposes is the goal of many Nigerians. But one challenge most people have is the cost of tuition in Canada.

It makes sense to look for more affordable masters degree programmes you can pursue in Canada. That is why I have written this article to provide details about this.

In this article, I would reveal some of these universities and some of the programmes that they offer.

Note that when I say “cheap” here, we mean “affordable” which is a good thing if you are on a budget. This is no way implying that the quality of service in these institutions are substandard

Is Canada Cheap for Masters?

According to Statistics Canada, the average tuition for international students doing graduate programmes costs about $17,744 (13,302 US dollars).

Although this is not the highest in the world, for average working class Nigerians, raising this amount for a masters degree is an ambitious project. That is why it is important to seek the most affordable programmes you can find.

How much is tuition for international students in Canada?

Well, tuition for international students in Canada varies with the programmes but we can look at the averages to get a picture of what it costs. For undergraduate programmes, tuition for international students costs an average of $33,703 (25,080 US dollars) while for graduate programmes like Masters degrees tuition costs $17,744 (13,302 US dollars) as previously stated.

Which university in Canada has the lowest tuition fee?

We have compiled a list of affordable universities where you can pursue your masters degree. The universities listed below were selected based on calculated average cost of tuition for international masters students.

Note that your tuition would likely vary from the average depending on the specific masters degree programme you have decided to pursue.

S/NUniversityAverage yearly tuitionFor International Masters Students (US$)Province
1University of New Brunswick$14,325New Brunswick
2Memorial University of Newfoundland$9,595Newfoundland and Labrador
3University of Northern British Columbia$5,198British Columbia
4University of Manitoba$12,995Manitoba
5Concordia University$13,582Quebec
6Simon Fraser University$6,321British Columbia
7University of Saskatchewan$8,614Saskatchewan
8University of Guelph$15,401Ontario
9University of Regina$8,920Saskatchewan
10Laval University$8,628 –  $10,716Quebec

Frequently asked questions

Let us go over some frequently asked questions you might have about studying in Canada

Is there a 1 year masters degree in Canada?

Yes, there are several one year masters degree programmes in Canada. A good amount of them are quite affordable. We would list a few of them below;

  1. Master of Education, Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN)
  1. Master of Publishing, Simon Fraser University (SFU)
  1. Master of Public Administration, University of Regina
  1. Master of Education in Leadership, University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI)
  1. Master of Social Work, University of Calgary
  1. Master of Education (General), Brandon University
  1. Master of Public Health, University of Manitoba
  1. Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, Athabasca University
  1. Master of Finance, Saint Mary’s University
  1. Master of Business Administration in Community Economic Development, Cape Breton University
  1. Master of Education (Counselling), University of Lethbridge
  1. Nipissing University, Master of Environmental Science/Studies

There are so many others not listed here.

How long can I stay in Canada after my masters?

After completing your masters degree in canada, you can get a Post-graduate work permit that allows you to stay up to 3 years. You usually have up to 90 days after receiving your final grades to apply for this permit.

Can I get a work permit after 1 year of study in Canada?

Yes, you can get your postgraduate work permit even if you have only completed a one year masters degree. But you must have achieved either a first or second degree as this does not apply to diplomas or programmes that take less than 8 months.

Are masters cheaper in Canada or USA?

Masters degrees are generally cheaper in Canada than in the United States.

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