Step 1: Choose a Program & Institution

• Select from 100+ Designated Learning Institutions (DLI), including University of Toronto, McGill University, UBC, University of Alberta, and Waterloo.
• Ensure the course is eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) if you plan to stay after graduation.

Step 2: Meet Admission Requirements

📌 English/French Proficiency Tests:
✅ IELTS (6.0–7.5 required by most universities).
✅ TOEFL iBT (80–100+ required for top institutions).
✅ TEF (For French-taught programs).

📌 Additional Standardized Tests (For Specific Programs):
✅ GMAT (MBA Programs).
✅ GRE (Certain MS programs).

📌 Required Documents:

• Academic transcripts & certificates.
• Statement of Purpose (SOP).
• Letters of Recommendation (LOR).
• Resume/CV (For PGD, Master’s & PhD programs).
• Financial proof for tuition & living costs.

Step 3: Submit University Application

📌 Application Platforms:

• Apply directly through university websites.
• Use centralized portals (Ontario Universities’ Application Centre – OUAC).
• Prisma’s Application Assistance – End-to-end document & application processing.

📌 Application Deadlines:
✅ Fall Intake (September Start) – Apply by December – March.
✅ Winter Intake (January Start) – Apply by July – October.
✅ Spring/Summer Intake (May Start) – Limited programs available.

Step 4: Receive Offer Letter & Accept Admission

• Pay the tuition deposit to receive the Letter of Acceptance (LOA), required for your study permit application.

Step 5: Apply for a Canada Study Permit (Student Visa)

📌 Visa Requirements:

• Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from a DLI.
• Proof of funds ($10,000 CAD per year for living expenses).
• Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) for financial stability (For SDS applicants).
• Medical Examination & Biometrics.
• Statement of Purpose (Explaining study & career goals).

📌 Visa Application Pathways:
✅ Student Direct Stream (SDS) – Fast-track visa process for students from selected countries.
✅ Regular Study Permit – Standard visa processing.

📌 Processing Time:
✔️ SDS Visa: 20 Days
✔️ Regular Study Permit: 4–12 Weeks

Step 6: Prepare for Travel & Arrival

📌 Pre-Departure Checklist:
✔️ Secure student accommodation (on-campus, off-campus, homestay).
✔️ Purchase student health insurance.
✔️ Book flight tickets & airport pickup.

🎯 English & French Language Tests (Mandatory for Admission & Visa)
✅ IELTS Academic (6.0–7.5 Score Required for Admission).
✅ TOEFL iBT (80–100 Score Required by Universities).
✅ TEF Canada (For French-taught Programs & PR Pathways).

🎯 Standardized Entrance Exams (For Specific Programs)
✅ GMAT (For MBA & Business Schools).
✅ GRE (For Engineering, Science & Master’s Programs).

📌 How Prisma Helps You?
✔️ Expert coaching & personalized study plans.
✔️ Mock tests & real exam simulations.
✔️ One-on-one tutoring to improve weak areas.

📌 Why Choose Prisma for Visa Assistance?

• 97% Visa Approval Rate – Avoid rejections & delays.
• Complete SOP & Financial Documentation Support.
• Fast SDS Processing for Eligible Countries.

📌 Step-by-Step Visa Process:
1️⃣ Receive Letter of Acceptance from a DLI.
2️⃣ Apply for a Study Permit via IRCC.
3️⃣ Submit financial proof, medical exam & biometrics.
4️⃣ Receive Visa Approval & Travel to Canada!

📌 Why is Health Insurance Mandatory?

• Medical care in Canada can be expensive without insurance.
• Some provinces provide free provincial health coverage, while others require private health insurance.

📌 Types of Health Insurance Plans for International Students:
✅ Provincial Health Coverage (Available in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, etc.).
✅ Private Student Health Insurance (For students in Ontario & Quebec).
✅ University Health Plans (Provided by most institutions).

📌 Prisma’s Health Insurance Services:
✔️ Compare the best student health insurance providers.
✔️ Assist with policy selection & renewals.
✔️ Help with claims & reimbursement process.

📌 Types of Student Accommodation:
✅ On-Campus Housing – University-provided dormitories & student residences.
✅ Off-Campus Apartments – Private rental spaces & shared student houses.
✅ Homestay with Local Families – Cultural immersion & family support.
✅ Short-Term Stay (Hostels & Airbnb) – Temporary accommodation for new arrivals.

📌 How Prisma Supports Your Housing Needs:
✔️ Personalized accommodation matching based on budget & preferences.
✔️ Pre-arrival booking assistance to avoid last-minute stress.
✔️ Help with rental agreements & deposits.