Canada Competes for Foreign Students in the Global Economy: When Will the U.S.?

The Chrionicle of Higher Education reports that Caada is introducing a fast-track system to let foreign students and graduates with work experience become permanent resident. Until now, students and graduates had to leave Canada to apply for such status, which leads to citizenship in a few years. Earlier this year, the government allowed graduates to stay and work for three years. The new fast-track policy will apply to those who have completed two years of academic study in Canada, have worked in professional, skilled, or managerial jobs, and have good English- or French-language skills.

Canada decided to revamp its policy to stay competitive with Britain and Australia. The initial quota for the applicants is from 12,000 to 18,000 per year. It will be increased to 25,000 applicants per year in the future.

KJ