STEM Programs: 6 Canadian Universities Accepting International Students for 2026 – Techloy
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With tuition and living costs on the rise, these schools stand out by balancing affordability with quality education.
When people think about studying in Canada, the first wall they hit is money. Tuition in itself is enough to give you the run for the money, and once you add rent, food, and transport, it makes sense why so many students turn to scholarships.
But the thing is, not many students make the cut to even be considered for one because they are highly competitive. Sometimes it feels like one person makes it through while the other ninety-nine are left hanging.
And since not everyone qualifies, the next best option is to look at low-cost universities that still deliver quality education. The challenge, though, is you have to dig through thousands of schools just to find the ones that actually fit your budget. To help ease your stress, here’s a list of affordable Canadian universities that are open to international students in 2026, ranked from the most affordable to the most expensive. Most of them lean strongly toward STEM fields such as engineering, computer science, health sciences, and environmental studies.
If you’re one who isn’t bothered about going to a popular school where the tuition is breathtaking, Brandon University can be a top option to consider. International undergraduates here pay around CAD $7,000–8,500 a year, which is a fraction of what most schools charge.
The campus is small, with only about 3,000 students, but that works in your favor, with smaller classes and more face time with professors. On the STEM side, Brandon offers programs in computer science, applied mathematics, and environmental science. Graduate students pay slightly more, about CAD $9,000–10,000, and there are bursaries in the CAD $1,000–2,000 range that make fees even lighter.
Compared to some private universities in developing countries, Regina is still firmly an affordable option. Undergraduates pay roughly CAD $9,500–10,000 a year, while graduate programs hover around CAD $10,000.
It’s best known for engineering and computer science, and students can mix classes with co-op jobs to get real work experience. That’s real Canadian job experience built right into your degree. New international students with solid grades can also grab an entrance scholarship worth about CAD $3,000, which takes a chunk off the first-year bill.
USask costs a bit more when compared with other universities on this list. Undergrads usually fall in the CAD $15,000–20,000 range, depending on the course, but graduates often pay far less, sometimes as low as CAD $6,500, which makes it very attractive for master’s students.
The university has carved out a reputation in agriculture, veterinary medicine, engineering, and environmental science, and being a research-driven school means there’s plenty of funding and assistantship opportunities. High-achieving undergrads can also score international excellence awards worth up to CAD $10,000, which helps to ease the cost.
MUN is often mentioned when people talk about affordable options in Canada, especially for graduate studies. Tuition is about CAD $22,500 a year for undergraduates. Master’s programs usually fall between CAD $9,500–12,000, while PhDs average around CAD $13,000–15,000.
The university is strong in engineering, marine studies, medicine, and business. International students can also apply for entrance scholarships worth CAD $3,000–4,000, and many graduate students get tuition waivers or assistantships that help ease the costs.
UNBC is a smaller institution but highly respected for its research in environmental science, health sciences, and natural resource management. Undergraduate fees range from CAD $24,000–25,000 per year, while graduate programs stay relatively affordable at around CAD $7,600–8,000. International students pursuing research-based graduate programs can often find assistantships or bursaries to help cover costs.
Dalhousie sits on the higher end of this list, with undergraduate tuition around CAD $37,100 per year. Graduate programs, however, are much more affordable, averaging just under CAD $11,000.
Dal is one of Canada’s leading research universities, offering strong programs in biology, engineering, computer science, and health sciences. International students, especially at the graduate level, can access competitive scholarships and research funding.
While these aren’t the only affordable universities in Canada, they stand out for keeping tuition within reach without sacrificing quality. Where the real challenge lies once you add living costs and all the small extras, studying in Canada still isn’t cheap. But picking a school that keeps tuition on the lower side at least gives gives you some breathing room to handle the rest.
And if scholarships don’t work out, which is common given how competitive they are, picking an affordable school within your budget proves you can still earn a solid degree without sinking into debt. In the end, it’s about knowing where to look and planning ahead.
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