Hi Everyone, I need the information regarding to Canadian Universities tuition. Are Canadian Universities tuition cheaper than American private universities? I looked at the Ph.D in Computer Science at University of British Columbia, it states ~ $7,500.00 per year for International student. That is about 1 1/2 courses at Columbia University. I think the deadline for UBC is up for this Fall semester; therefore, I plan to apply to McMaster University's Ph.D in Computer Science.
It sounds like a good gig if you can get in: "McMaster University has adopted a policy of ensuring that all full-time Ph.D. students receive at least $17,500 per year. ... A Ph.D. student is normally funded for four years." Financial Support Of course, this means that McMaster's programs will be quite competitive to get into. Also you'd need to move to Hamilton, since it doesn't seem like they offer their PhD via distance? Hamilton isn't a terrible town but it's not particularly nice either. On the plus side, you'd get to participate in their pumpkin-carving contest Computing and Software
Yeah - it is! I've lived here about 50% on and 50% off for 60 years. Not the same place it once was! Seen our terribly-decayed downtown lately? Burbs and boonies quite nice, though. Downtown and east end -- mostly drug-and-crime-infested, even where they have parks and nice old houses. Some of those nice old houses have become grow-ops and crack houses. Others have become halfway houses and "group homes." Then again, TEKMAN was saying something about going to Baltimore a while back -- and parts of that area are WAY out of our league, crime wise. We could be a comparative paradise! As far as what TEKMAN is after - yes, our universities are in general less expensive than American private schools. Varies by province. Quebec is cheap, but full of strikes, protests etc as Provincial Government plans to raise it to somewhere around other provinces' rates. Next-cheapest is Manitoba, I think. I know the "foreign" rates charged for tuition in Ontario are high, compared to the domestic rate. By all means, check with McMaster. Good school! (I went there!) Then again -- for non-Canadian students I doubt that many Canadian schools can beat $7,500 for a year of Ph.D. studies at UBC! McMaster has another good wrinkle. If you're 65 or over - or WAY over, as I am tuition can be completely waived! Not suggesting you wait till then, of course! Johann
Thanks for the feedback. I want to attend McMaster University for Ph.D in Computer Science because I am going through divorce. However, it is possible that my wife/ex-wife will have my son by the end of this month. And she lives in Buffalo, New York; so, McMaster University is not far away from there. I think moving to Hamilton, Ontario would be closer. Do I need student visa to attend Canadian's university?
FWIW: "Americans can enter Canada to participate in an educational program by applying for a work study permit. This does not require the American to obtain a Canadian visa but requires a showing of valid citizenship in the United States." -Ehow. Johann
Most Canadian Universities waive international tuition fees for PhD students. If you want something close to Buffalo, you can try Waterloo, Ryerson and UoT also. If you are planning for a full time faculty position after graduation, I would try UoT or Waterloo as they have the strongest reputation in Computer Science. Most PhDs in computer science come with stipends so competition is fierce. A strong GRE could make a difference for admission.
Actually, if he gets admission into a PhD he can become Canadian in few years. There is a new program that allows PhD students to apply for permanent residence.
Oh wow. I love these kinds of threads. I had no idea that you could become Canadian, get paid, or go to school in Canada without a visa. Very interesting....
Thanks RFValve! I have looked into those schools, McMaster University is the only one is still accepting applicants for Fall 2012. The University of Toronto is more competitive than McMaster University. Therefore, I think with my academic background I might have a slot at McMaster University. I was accepted to Colorado Tech University for Doctorate in Computer Science, but I think I want to defer my admission. And aiming for McMaster University program. I do not know I am allow to apply for permanent resident; maybe I'll dual citizenship later.
It's probably a bit early for me to be discussing this - but if you're intending dual citizenship (or even if you're just moving to Canada) - make sure you know your tax obligations. I think you'll likely have to file US and Canadian returns, although the IRS will exempt you on your Canadian income (up to either 75K or 90K, IIRC). You'll still be liable for US taxes on any investment income etc. from US sources. Warning: I'm no tax expert and this is important stuff. You need to talk to someone who IS an expert. Johann
You'd still be liable for U.S. federal taxes on any income of any kind from any source, if I understand correctly. This is a level of control no other country expects to have over its citizens, so it's no surprise that the number of people revoking their U.S. citizenship is at an all time high.
Thanks, Steve! But please see here for the foreign income exclusion ($92,500): http://www.advisor.ca/tax/tax-news/tax-planning-and-dual-citizenship-46794 Like I said, TEKMAN, this is important stuff... and full of land-mines, apparently. See this story: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-investor/personal-finance/us-tax-crackdown-hits-canadian-residents/article2067393/ Again - talk to an expert. Johann
More tax stuff... In the link I gave above, the writer stated that most Americans residing in Canada don't have to pay US tax, once foreign (Canadian) tax credits are considered and the $92,900 foreign earned income exemption is applied. This exemption is designed to prevent double taxation. (They do, of course, have to file US and Canadian returns.) In another article from the same source, Americans are warned that renouncing US citizenship doesn't solve their US tax woes (if any) and can actually increase them. Americans in Canada: A taxing situation | Advisor.ca Steve - I'm thinking maybe these Americans, renouncing their citizenship in record numbers, are doing so for reasons other than the IRS... but what the hell do I know? As I said a couple of times -- this is stuff for experts. Johann
I agree that one should consult a professional, and that I'm not one. But my understanding is that the IRS may or may not decide that you're revoking your citizenship primarily for reasons of tax avoidance, and if so they consider you on the hook for the next ten years.
All, thanks for the replies. Ah! I think I just keep my United States citizenship instead getting dual citizenship with Canadian. As an American, I am allowed to roam around more than 98% of the world. Besides, I sworn in to defense this country. So, keep it as Semper Fidelis. :unitedstates:
