Find A Designated College/ University

Canada is home to many of the world’s top educational institutions. With so many choices, it is important to focus your school search to find the best option for you.

A number of resources exist to help you find the best study program and school for you.In Canada, the term “school” is often used to refer to a variety of educational institutions. Schools fall into one of four categories:

University/College
Trade/Vocational
Language Schools
Primary/Secondary

The first step is to select a type of study program. For example, the following questions will help narrow down your choices:

Do I want to obtain a degree? What type of degree?
How will my studies enhance or change my career?
Do I want to use my education as a stepping stone for Canadian permanent residence?
How much time and money can I commit to my education?

It is important to choose a program that will help you achieve both your short- and long-term goals. Many schools will offer information sessions, tours, and personal interviews to help you with your decision.

To apply for a study permit on or after June 1, 2014, you will need a letter of acceptance from a designated learning institution. You need to include the Designated Learning Institution number (DLI #), which is the number that begins with the letter “O”, on your application form.

All primary and secondary schools in Canada are automatically designated. They do not appear on this list. You do not need to include a DLI number on your application form if you apply at this type of school.

To find an institution at the post-secondary level:

Step 1: Select the province/territory in which your institution is located. A list of all the designated learning institutions in that province/territory will appear.

Step 2: To search for a specific institution, type in any key words (partial name of the institution or the city in which the institution is located).

To find designated learning institutions list please follow the link:

We invite you to begin your school search by using the below link, which will allow you to browse all schools in Canada. This tool helps you find the Canadian academic destination best suited to your needs.

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/study-institutions-list.asp