The Letter of Acceptance to study in Canada is an official confirmation that you have a place to study in Canada. It lists your student information, program and institution details, expected timeline of study, tuition fees and scholarship or financial aid information, any conditions related to your acceptance or registration (such as language competence), and other details.
While you’re waiting for your acceptance to your intended university or college in Canada, it’s a good idea to start gathering the other documents you’ll need to submit your Canada study permit application. By doing so, you’ll be well prepared to submit as soon as you receive your Letter of Acceptance to study in Canada.

Study in Quebec

Note that if you intend to study in Quebec, you will also need a Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) in addition to your Letter of Acceptance in order to apply for a study permit. In order to apply for a CAQ, you’ll need your Letter of Acceptance in addition to other documents depending on your country of residence.

Next steps

With a Letter of Acceptance to study in Canada, you’re one step further in your goal of studying in Canada. Once you get this document, you should apply for your study permit as soon as possible. Many successful applicants for a study permit receive their confirmation within the estimated time frame – or even earlier – but delays are known to occur. By applying as soon as you receive your Letter of Acceptance, you could save yourself stress later down the line. It is also important to note that the Letter of Acceptance will have an expiry date for your offer, so keep an eye on this as well.