Why Canada?
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Canadian Degrees
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The "Big Three"
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Application Portals
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How To Apply
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The process of applying to Canadian universities is not only complex, but also highly competitive, with acceptance rates to top universities like McGill and the University of British Columbia at an all-time low. Crimson’s unique college admissions consultancy model lifts students above the global applicant pool addressing every aspect of the application with equal intensity.
Many people are now choosing Canada as a studying destination. It offers many things, and loads of top universities to choose from. Here are some of the top reasons people are choosing Canada:
Canada broadly has types of degrees: 1) Academic Degrees, where Canada sits somewhere in between the US's flexible liberal arts system and the rest of the world's pre-professional systems. Students apply to a specific course of study, but then have the freedom to build part of their own path around what they are studying. 2) Diplomas or Applied Degrees, where academic study is combined with practical application to ensure students are ready to work when they finish their studies. Then there are four main types of universities:
Canada's most well-known universities are the "Big Three": the University of Toronto, McGill University, and the University of British Columbia.
Unlike the UK and US, Canada does not have a single, centralized application portal. Instead, most universities use regional application portals. Because of this, it is worth checking the requirements for each individual institution you are applying to ahead of time. As there are multiple platforms, if you encounter problems applying, feel free to reach out to us for assistance! We explore the three main regional portals here: Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC), ApplyAlberta, and EducationPlannerBC.
Unlike the US, Canada has no centralised application process. This means it is important to check the specific requirements of each university you are applying to. It is important to do as much research as possible when applying to Canadian universities, both to ensure you understand the application requirements, and also to make the best possibly informed decision on where to apply.
Like the UK, you will need to apply for a specific major, but Canada is more flexible in this regard and will allow some degree of switching after you start.
Here are some of the most common requirements when applying to Canadian universities.
Official school transcript English language qualifications (TOEFL/IELTS or waiver) Course specific prerequisite subjects Proof of standardised testst
Apply for a study visa Extracurriculars and volunteering Teacher References
Demonstrating competence and curiosity about your chosen field of study Putting your achievements in context
The applications process begins in the fall of the year before you wish to start college