Study in Canada Without IELTS: Skip the IELTS

After the United States, Canada is the 2nd popular destination for international students. When it comes to Canada everyone thinks about the Permanent Residency. In this post, I will tell you about the List of Universities to Study in Canada Without IELTS. Due to its popularity, good quality education, safe environment, and Permanent Residency, there are more than half of a Million International Students studying in Canada. For the Undergrads, Grads, and Doctoral there are many fully funded scholarships in Canada.

Many Universities in Canada grant English Language Test Exemption in Canada. Many Canadian Universities started accepting the Duolingo Langauge Test. It is online and can be taken from anywhere in the world. It is much cheaper than IELTS. The point is that do not let any English Language Test become an obstacle in obtaining an offer for admission. There are many ways of taking Admission Without IELTS in Canada. This Country has the potential for permanent residency after graduation. More details are given below.

List of Universities to Study in Canada Without IELTS

Here is a list of universities in Canada without IELTS:

  • The University of Alberta (Faculty wise vary)
  • University of Winnipeg
  • University of Saskatchewan
  • Cambrian College
  • Seneca College
  • Brock University
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Okanagan College
  • University of Guelph
  • McGill University
  • Algoma University
  • Brandon University
  • Carleton University
  • University of Regina
  • Concordia University
  • University of Prince Edward Island

While the above universities may accept other language proficiency as well. It is best to ask the university and read the requirements of the program.

List of Universities that Accept Duolingo Language Test in Canada

Duolingo is the Online English Language Test. The test is acceptable in more than 5000+ universities around the world. The cost is only $59. It can be taken online from anywhere in the world.

You can send the results to an unlimited number of universities. If you do not have IELTS right now and thinking of studying in Canada without IELTS then you are in Luck. Many Canadian universities are now accepting the Duolingo English Test.

How You Can Study in Canadian Universities Without IELTS?

English Medium of Instruction: You can get English Language Proficiency poof from your previous University and you can show that as an IELTS alternative. It will state that the candidate has completed their previous degree from an English Medium Institute.

Citizen of an English English-speaking country: If you are from an English-speaking country such as the UK, Australia, USA, New Zealand, Canada, or many other officially Recognised English-speaking countries then you do not need to take any IELTS or any other Alternative.

Native English Speaker: If you are a Native English speaker or have spent more than 5 years in an English Speaking Country then there is also a possibility to waive off the IELTS.

Completed Higher Education in an English English-speaking country: If you are not a Native English speaker nor a citizen of an English-speaking country but you have completed your schooling, undergraduate or graduate degree in a university which is in English Speaking country then you are also exempt from the IELTS.

Conclusion: Do not make IELTS an obstacle for you. There are always ways. Try to search out, read out, and find the best possible way.

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Muhammad Saim Rasheed
As Opportunities Corners founder, my name is Muhammad Saim Rasheed. I completed my higher education from University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar. I have been to Egypt for the AIESEC internship in 2016. In addition, I am an alumnus of the U.S. Department of State's (SUSI 2017) Exchange Program. I participated in the Young Leaders Fellowship in the Maldives in 2021, and I went to the International Youth Leadership Summit in Turkiye in 2022. Since 2017, I have participated in numerous fully funded educational and leadership programs. I therefore created this blog based on my own personal experiences, and I mentor students who are eager and enthusiastic about pursuing fully funded opportunities. You can visit the official sources for additional information by clicking on the links provided at the end of each post. Read more about me and our partners here. I am also Featured by Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network