Private colleges and Public universities, how important is PGWP? if we have student visa and co-op

[nb92]

Just stumbled upon this forum and found out the difference between private colleges and public universities.

How important is it to get a PGWP?
I saw a course in a private college that I liked which has CO-OP as well. I had no clue about co-op but after researching found out we can work during that course.

So I was thinking of joining the private college for the two year course and later joining a public university to complete my studies.

Why I am choosing a private college is because they don't put so many conditions to accept you unlike public colleges who want A grades, Deposits, IELTS and what not.

Can someone please guide me if I'm doing the right thing? Yes I wish to get a PR in the future but right now need to finish of my studies.

 

[Bs65]

I guess if you can afford international fees for the next say 5 years or so to attend college and then University then why not.

If you attend a public college for 2 years you could qualify for a 3 year PGWP to get Canadian work experience, apply for PR and then go to Uni as a domestic student.

In saying easier to get into a private college that is only part of the equation given you still need to obtain / qualify for a study permit.

Keep in mind that colleges see international students fees as a useful revenue stream and given private colleges cannot compete with public colleges due to not qualifying for PGWP, a cynic might say that is a reason for easier entry to a private.

See here if the private college qualifies for a PGWP, some do but most do not.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...re/designated-learning-institutions-list.html

 

[bongoman]

Go to a public college you dont need to go to university.
Colleges are not that selective about admission.

The reason for PGWP is so that you can gain work experience that will count for your PR application, working while a student does not count.