Most Canadian universities and educational institutions have their own admission criteria. Therefore, international students are advised to start their application in advance. Majority of Canadian universities and colleges follow semester pattern. The academic year is divided in two semesters: The fall semester (September-December) and the winter semester (January-May). In some colleges, there is a summer semester that starts in May. University deadline for the fall semester generally begins from middle of December and ends in March, though it varies per university. Certain institutes offer January admissions. The registration deadline for these colleges is between September and November.
It’s always better to start your application process at least 15 to 18 months ahead of the date of admission. Once you choose the institution of your choice and obtain the details of application procedure and eligibility criteria, you can apply for admission. After getting an acceptance letter from the institution of your choice, you have to apply for a student authorization at the Canadian embassy or consulate of your home country.
