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Study Abroad for international students

Everything you need to plan your studies abroad — from choosing a university to visas, scholarships and settling in.

Choosing the right university

Start by shortlisting programmes — not just universities — by subject, ranking, co-op options and budget. your destination country offers large research universities (strong in research and breadth), focused undergraduate universities (small classes, teaching-first) and polytechnics (applied, career-ready, hands-on). Use our directory and comparison tool to weigh them side by side.

English (and French) requirements

Most programmes are taught in English; French-language study is common in Québec. You will usually need to prove proficiency with IELTS (often 6.0–6.5), TOEFL iBT (about 79–90) or the Duolingo English Test — check the exact minimums, including per-section scores, for each programme.

Study permit & arrival

You will need a student visa from the immigration authority after you accept an offer from a recognised institution. Read our full student visa & the immigration authority guide, and budget carefully using our tuition and cost of living guides.

Funding your studies

Many awards are open to international students — from national scholarships like the Vanier and Mastercard Foundation programmes to university entrance awards. Browse our scholarship listings and apply early.

Work & staying after graduation

Eligible students can work part-time while studying, and graduates of eligible programmes may qualify for a post-study work visa — international work experience that can support a later permanent-residence application.

Top universities for international students

UA Université Amar Telidji logo
#15 in Algeria Algeria

Université Amar Telidji

Public University — Université Amar Telidji is a public university located in Algeria.

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Admissions open
#15 in Algeria · by research impact
94,936 citations · h-index 103
UM Université Mentouri Constantine logo
#4 in Algeria Algeria

Université Mentouri Constantine

Public University — The University of Constantine 1, formerly known as Mentouri Brothers University, is a public university located in Constantine, Algeria. Designed by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, the u...

—Tuition (indicative)
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Admissions open
#4 in Algeria · by research impact
255,745 citations · h-index 142
UM Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi Ouzou logo
#14 in Algeria Algeria

Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi Ouzou

Public University — Université Mouloud Mammeri de Tizi-Ouzou is a university in Tizi-Ouzou. Its academic structure includes faculties and departments. It also provides access to institutional repository service...

—Tuition (indicative)
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Admissions open
#14 in Algeria · by research impact
101,333 citations · h-index 110
UD Université d'Alger 3 logo
#26 in Algeria Algeria

Université d'Alger 3

Public University — The University of Algiers 3 – Ibrahim Sultan Cheibout is a higher-education institution with university leadership led by a president, Professor Khaled Rouaski, and a director, Professor Kha...

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—International
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#26 in Algeria · by research impact
20,986 citations · h-index 52
UD Université d'Alger logo
#12 in Algeria Algeria

Université d'Alger

Public University — Université d'Alger is a public university located in Algeria.

—Tuition (indicative)
—Founded
—Students
—International
Admissions open
#12 in Algeria · by research impact
130,740 citations · h-index 113

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