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Canada vs Netherlands for Indian Students

A side-by-side comparison of studying in Canada and the Netherlands: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.

  • Canada: median ₹72 lakh
  • Netherlands: median ₹60 lakh
  • Netherlands cheaper by ≈ ₹12 lakh
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Canada or Netherlands: which is better for Indian students?

On our university data, the Netherlands is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹60 lakh versus ₹72 lakh in Canada. After graduation, Canada offers PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length, while the Netherlands offers orientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.

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Canada vs Netherlands

Median total cost
Canada: ₹72 lakh · Netherlands: ₹60 lakh
Duration
Canada: 1–2 years · Netherlands: 1–2 years
Intakes
Canada: Fall (Sep) · Netherlands: September (main)

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Canada vs Netherlands: the numbers

Canada vs Netherlands: the numbers
ItemCanadaNetherlands
Universities on our list3213
Median total cost (₹)₹72 lakh₹60 lakh
Lowest total costMemorial University — ₹56 lakhUvA — ₹56 lakh
Tuition≈ CAD 18,000 – 45,000 per year≈ €8,000 – €20,000 per year (bachelor's); ≈ €12,000 – €25,000 (master's)
Living costsProof of living funds as set by IRCC, plus rent of ≈ CAD 800 – 1,800/month≈ €1,000 – €1,500 per month (Amsterdam and Utrecht are costliest)
Master's length1–2 years1–2 years
IntakesFall (Sep), Winter (Jan), Summer (May)September (main), February (selected programs)
Work during studyUp to 24 hours/week off campus during academic sessionsUp to 16 hours a week during term (employer arranges a work permit) or full-time in June–August
After graduationPGWP up to 3 years depending on program lengthOrientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation
Visa feeCAD 150 study permit fee plus CAD 85 for biometricsThe IND study fee (about €230), usually paid through your university
Proof of fundsFirst-year tuition plus IRCC's living-cost amount (CAD 23,448 for a single applicant, for applications from 1 September 2026) plus travel; many students use a GICThe IND's monthly student norm amount, updated twice a year

Our view

Which suits you?

Choose Canada if…

Post-graduation work permit of up to 3 years; Co-op programs with paid work terms.

Choose Netherlands if…

One of continental Europe's largest choices of English-taught degrees; Strong engineering, data, logistics and business programs.

Budget first

Netherlands is about ₹12 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.

Career first

Compare post-study work: Canada (PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length) and Netherlands (Orientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation).

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On our data, Netherlands has the lower median total cost (₹60 lakh vs ₹72 lakh).

Canada: PGWP up to 3 years depending on program length. Netherlands: Orientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation.

Canada: Up to 24 hours/week off campus during academic sessions. Netherlands: Up to 16 hours a week during term (employer arranges a work permit) or full-time in June–August.

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