High cost performance, no college entrance examination pressure, parents accompanying you, direct access to prestigious schools in North America
Advantages of studying in Canada
- Excellent teaching quality and rich subject options;
- Pure English local teaching environment, credit system, no college entrance examination system;
- Flexible course arrangements, students can arrange their timetable according to their own learning interests and directions; (Timetable)
- Compared to the United States, cost-effective;
- Parent-accompanying policy: ten-year multiple-entry visa;
- Studying in a local high school in Canada will help students apply for prestigious universities in North America.
Comparative introduce to school types
| Public High School | Private High School / Private Preparatory School | |
| Study Abroad Cost (CAD) | $20,000 – $26,000 | $22,000 – $26,000 |
| Curriculum Offerings | Mostly ESL; few offer AP, IB | ESL offered; few offer AP, IB |
| University Placement Rate | 85% | 90% |
| Admission Requirements | No interview, TOEFL or IELTS required | No interview, TOEFL or IELTS required |
| Advantages | 1. Government-funded, high-quality education, affordable tuition; 2. Globally recognized diplomas, allowing students to apply to any university worldwide; 3. Primarily local students, good language environment; 4. Emphasis on practical skills and social awareness, flexible management; 5. Most require students to stay with host families, aiding in improving English proficiency; 6. Diverse course selection. | 1. Intensive schedule, shorter program duration; 2. Mostly boarding schools, closed management, comprehensive care for international students; 3. Many schools have partnership programs with universities, increasing chances of admission to top universities. |
| Weaknesses | 1. Longer program duration, even completing Grade 12 might require additional years; 2. Certain age requirements for student entry and graduation. | 1. Higher number of international students; 2. Relatively poorer language environment. |
| Suitable Student Types | 1. Middle school students or above (age 14 and up); 2. Students with strong self-management and independence. | 1. Graduates of middle school, current high school students, or graduates of Grade 12; 2. Students with weaker self-discipline and no experience living independently. |
| Admission Criteria | 1. Generally under 19 years old; 2. No language scores or interviews required. | 1. No language requirements; 2. Students generally under 21 years old. |
Overview of Study Abroad Costs (in RMB per year)
| Province | Private High School (Tuition) | Private High School (Tuition) | Boarding (Including Room and Board) |
| Ontario | Around 80,000 RMB | 70,000 – 90,000 RMB | 70,000 – 90,000 RMB |