Study in Canada from Bangladesh 2027 — Cost, Visa & Scholarships
Up to three years of open work after graduation and clear routes to residence — with caps and attestation letters now deciding who gets in. Everything a student from Bangladesh needs: tuition fees, the Canada student visa requirements, IELTS scores, intakes, scholarships and part-time work rights.
- Intakes
- September · January · May
- Visa
- Study permit (with a visitor visa issued alongside)
- Work in term
- 24 hours a week
- After graduating
- Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Why study in Canada as a Bangladeshi student?
Canada pairs respected universities and colleges with a Post-Graduation Work Permit of up to three years, and Canadian work experience counts towards permanent residence. Toronto, Montreal and Calgary have large Bangladeshi communities. Study permits are capped, so an early, complete application matters.
Work after you graduate
A Post-Graduation Work Permit of up to three years — and any master's of eight months or more qualifies for the full three.
Pathways to residence
Canadian work experience counts in Express Entry and provincial nominee programmes.
Co-op and applied learning
Many programmes build paid work terms into the degree, so you graduate with Canadian experience on your CV.
Colleges and universities
Polytechnics and colleges offer shorter, job-focused diplomas and postgraduate certificates alongside university degrees.
Cost of studying in Canada: tuition and living costs
| Level | Indicative tuition |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | Average about CAD 41,700 a year (higher in Ontario) |
| Master's | Average about CAD 24,000 a year; MBAs often CAD 30,000–60,000+ |
| College diploma or postgraduate certificate | Usually lower than university — check each college |
Indicative ranges; each course page has the exact fee.
- Living costs for the permit
- CAD 23,448 for a single student (applications from 1 September 2026), plus first-year tuition and travel
- How to show it
- A GIC is the usual route, but not compulsory; bank statements and a loan letter also work
- Quebec
- Sets its own amounts and also requires a CAQ
Canada student visa from Bangladesh
- Visa
- Study permit (with a visitor visa issued alongside)
- Enrolment document
- Letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution, plus a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) for most undergraduate and college students
- Fee
- CAD 150 for the permit plus CAD 85 for biometrics
- Processing
- Check the IRCC processing-time tool; plan for several weeks to a few months
- How Bangladeshi students apply
- Online through the IRCC portal. Biometrics at the Canada visa application centre in Dhaka.
Documents you will need
- Letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution
- Provincial Attestation Letter, unless you are exempt
- Proof of funds: tuition plus CAD 23,448 plus travel — GIC, bank statements, loan letter, sponsor documents
- Study plan / letter of explanation
- Passport, academic documents and English score
- Biometrics, and a medical exam with a panel physician if required
Part-time work and post-study work rights
Entry requirements and IELTS for Canada
- Undergraduate
- HSC or A-levels with good grades; the top universities expect very high results.
- Postgraduate
- Universities usually expect 16 years of education — a four-year bachelor's. With a three-year degree, a college postgraduate certificate or a master's in Bangladesh first is the common route.
- English
- No fixed score for the permit itself; admission sets it. Typically IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) for undergraduate and 6.5 (no band below 6.0) for postgraduate. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, CAEL and, at many institutions, Duolingo are accepted.
Popular subjects
- Computer science & IT
- Engineering
- Business analytics & data science
- Supply chain
- Health sciences
- Accounting
Universities in Canada popular with Bangladeshi students
- University of TorontoToronto · Public · SepKnown for Computer Science & IT, Engineering, Business & MBA
- University of British ColumbiaVancouver · Public · SepKnown for Computer Science & IT, Engineering, Economics
- McGill UniversityMontreal · Public · Sep, JanKnown for Engineering, Law (LLB & LLM), Public Health
- University of WaterlooWaterloo · Public · Sep, Jan, MayKnown for Computer Science & IT, Engineering, Data Science & AI
- York UniversityToronto · Public · Sep, JanKnown for Business & MBA, Computer Science & IT, Education & TESOL
- Concordia UniversityMontreal · Public · Sep, JanKnown for Engineering, Computer Science & IT, Business & MBA
- University of CalgaryCalgary · Public · Sep, JanKnown for Engineering, Business & MBA, Nursing & Health
- Humber PolytechnicToronto · Public · Sep, Jan, MayKnown for Business & MBA, Hospitality & Tourism, Computer Science & IT
Recruitment policies change, and some universities pause intakes from Bangladesh. Check with us before you apply. Search all universities →
Canada scholarships for Bangladeshi students
- Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship (University of Toronto)Tuition, books, fees and residence for four years of undergraduate study. Your school must nominate you, and the deadline falls in the autumn before entry.
- UBC International Leader of Tomorrow AwardNeed- and merit-based undergraduate award that can cover tuition and living costs.
- University entrance and graduate awardsEntrance scholarships for strong undergraduates, and research assistantships and awards for research master's and PhD students.
Questions about studying in Canada
Is a GIC mandatory?
No, but it is the clearest way to show the living-cost funds, and banks release it to you in instalments once you arrive.
Do I need a PAL for a master's?
Not for a master's or PhD at a public institution, from January 2026. Undergraduate and college applicants still need one.
Can a college diploma lead to a work permit?
Only if its field of study is on the eligible list and you meet the CLB 5 language requirement. Check before you choose the programme.
Can I work full-time in summer?
Yes, during breaks your institution has scheduled.
Ready to start your Canada application?
Bring your results, passport and budget to our Lalmatia office. We will shortlist courses that fit, check the visa funds rule against your family's documents, and tell you honestly what your chances are.