What should I do after receiving a university offer or letter of acceptance (LOA)?

After receiving an LOA, start the study-permit application promptly. Most applicants still need a PAL, so first confirm the allocation process in the province of study. Prepare proof of funds—at least $23,448 for one applicant, or $24,617 in Quebec—arrange accommodation and, where required for your country of residence, complete an immigration medical exam. Aim to have the application ready within the first two weeks after receiving the LOA, leaving time for additional-document requests or delays.

What to verify

• Prerequisites, minimum grades and language scores are eligibility thresholds, not a guarantee of admission.
• Schools may have separate deadlines for the application, supporting documents, portfolio, scholarships, accepting the offer and paying a deposit.
• Obtain written confirmation of conditions attached to a conditional offer, transfer credits, co-op arrangements, tuition refunds and deferral policies.
• Compare program content, completion time, total cost, employment support and fit with longer-term goals—not just the school name.

Planning advice

Create a comparison sheet for each school and rely on the school’s admissions pages or written confirmation for key conditions. Before paying, recheck the program, campus, start date and study-permit eligibility.