Studying in Canada vs. France
Canada and France are both popular study destinations — but the price tag, visa rules, and currency differ. We pulled the numbers from our cost calculator: monthly living averages €1,760 in Canada and €1,424 in France.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
France
Cheaper monthly living
France
Lower visa proof of funds
France
Side-by-side comparison
Canada
France
Currency
CAD (C$)
EUR (€)
Public tuition (annual)
C$28,000
≈ €19,040 / yr
€3,000
Private tuition (annual)
C$38,000
≈ €25,840 / yr
€12,000
Monthly living (city avg)
C$2,588 / mo
≈ €1,760 / mo
€1,424 / mo
Visa proof of funds
C$20,635
Cost-of-living proof (study permit)
€7,380
Long-stay visa: €615/month proof
Cities tracked
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal
Paris, Lyon, Toulouse
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.