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Canada

Capital

Ottawa

Currency

Canadian Dollar (CAD)

Timezone

UTC−3:30 (NST) to UTC−8:00 (PST)

Climate

Mixed

Overview

Canada is home to 17 LCME/CACMS-accredited medical schools, offering highly competitive MD programs. Institutions such as the University of Toronto, McGill University, University of British Columbia, and McMaster University are globally ranked in the top 100 for medicine.

Canada’s graduate-entry MD pathway is among the most rigorous and respected in the world. The country’s bilingual culture, multicultural society, world-class research environment, and excellent post-graduation immigration pathways make it a top-tier choice for international medical students.

Land Area

9.98 M km²

Language

English / French

Indian Students

30,000+ Study Permits

Top Universities

Global Top 100

WHY STUDY IN CANADA?

  • Globally ranked medical universities
  • English and French medium education
  • 17 LCME/CACMS-accredited medical schools
  • World-class research environment
  • Multicultural and safe study destination
  • Strong public healthcare system
  • PGWP up to 3 years after graduation
  • Express Entry PR pathway available


Top Universities in Canada

Newfoundland and Labrador, St. John’s
CAD $12,000 – CAD $21,000
British Columbia, Vancouver
CAD $28,000 – CAD $35,000
Ontario, Toronto
CAD $15,000 – CAD $18,000
Toronto & Vancouver
CAD $32,000 – CAD $45,000
British Columbia, Dawson Creek
CAD $12,000 – CAD $15,000
Ontario, Toronto
CAD $16,000 – CAD $22,000
British Columbia, Prince George
CAD $22,000 – CAD $26,000
British Columbia, Vancouver
CAD $22,000 – CAD $32,000
Ontario, Ottawa
CAD $36,000 – CAD $52,000
Ontario, Toronto
CAD $18,000 – CAD $22,000
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
CAD $15,000 – CAD $18,000
Ontario, Sarnia
CAD $15,000 – CAD $18,000

Popular Courses

St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Memorial University of Newfoundland
2 Years

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 16800 / Year

St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Memorial University of Newfoundland
2 Years

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 16800 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
2 Years (30 credits)

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 23550 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.5 to 2 Years (30–48 credits)

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 22341 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.5 to 2 Years (30–48 credits)

Tuition Fee / year

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
2 Years (30 credits)

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 20310 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
2 Years (30 credits)

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 23550 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
North Eastern University
1.5 to 2 Years (45–48 quarter credits)

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 20300 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
North Eastern University
2 Years (Align / CS Direct)

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 20000 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
North Eastern University
2 Years (34–36 semester hours)

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 20000 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
North Eastern University
2 Years (32 semester hours)

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 20000 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
North Eastern University
1.5 to 2 Years (45 quarter credits)

Tuition Fee / year

CAD 20000 / Year

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

North Eastern Univer...

North Eastern University

2 Years (34–36 semester hours)
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

University of Victor...

University of Victoria

4 Years (120+ units) Bachelor's
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

University of Waterl...

University of Waterloo

4 Years (including Co-op) Bachelor's
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

University of Waterl...

University of Waterloo

4 Years (20.0 units) Bachelor's
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

North Eastern Univer...

North Eastern University

2 Years (Align / CS Direct)
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

North Eastern Univer...

North Eastern University

2 Years (32 semester hours)
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Memorial University ...

Memorial University of Newfoundland

1 to 2 Years
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Memorial University ...

Memorial University of Newfoundland

2 Years
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.5 to 2 Years (30–48 credits)
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1.5 to 2 Years (30–48 credits)
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

North Eastern Univer...

North Eastern University

1.5 to 2 Years (45 quarter credits)
Toronto / Vancouver, British Columbia / Ontario, Canada

Yorkville University

Yorkville University

2.5 to 3 Years (Accelerated) Master's
Waterloo / Brantford, Ontario, Canada

Wilfrid Laurier Univ...

Wilfrid Laurier University

6 Years (Laurier BA + Sussex Law UK) Master's
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

University of the Fr...

University of the Fraser Valley

2 Years Bachelor's
Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

University of the Fr...

University of the Fraser Valley

1 to 2 Years Master's
Kamloops / Williams Lake, British Columbia, Canada

Thompson Rivers Univ...

Thompson Rivers University

4 Years (120 credits) Master's
Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

Vancouver Island Uni...

Vancouver Island University

2 Years Master's

Cost of Studying

Avg. Tuition Fee
CAD 30,000 – 100,000 / Year
Hostel Fee
CAD 8,000 – 18,000 / Year
Living Cost
CAD 1,900 – 2,500 / Month

*Fees may vary depending on the university and city.

Admission Process

Choose University

Submit Application

Receive Admission Letter

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Career Opportunities

World’s highest medical salaries
Global recognition
Top research & pharma careers
Diverse specialisation options
Residency pathway in USA
Green Card career pathway

Visa Information

Student Visa
Post-Graduation Work Permit - PGWP up to 3 years
Express Entry PR pathway
Federal Skilled Worker pathway

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