HOW I PAID MY TUITION FEES AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT IN CANADA | STORY TIME, ADVICE, TIPS & TRICKS

This video is all about how I paid my tuition fees as an international student in Canada.
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00:00 : Introduction
00:34 : What led to the decision
02:44 : First Year
03:32 : Second Year
07:17 : Outro
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➰*DISCLAIMER: I'm not an immigration lawyer or a consultant. My purpose is to provide the little information that I know and to share my immigration experience(s).

[@daisybetut]

I am subscribing just because of your honesty girl... You are one strong one

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Aww! Thank you so much 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@stephenatuake6017]

Omo make them clear road for you! Born hustler Keep that same fire burning mate You’d go places. Keep up the good work and stay grinding! Cheers 👌

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hahah! Amen 🙏🏾 Thank you so much sir!

[@boladeadebayo5730]

Wishing you all the best babe 💞💞💞 you deserve good success

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Aww. Thank you!!

[@xoReni]

Thanks for sharing your story love 💛 I'm so glad your school had the payment plan option - a lot of schools don't!!

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Aww Reni. Thank you so much ☺️

[@_freeborn]

Thanks for being honest in this video,I'm really motivated.

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I’m glad it did ☺️

[@ladyb7951]

Your are a strong woman, may God bless you more. You motivated me.

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@kelwnsok]

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[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you 😊

[@blessingslyvanus9448]

Like seriously, u have motivated me

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you ❤️

[@temahlemmy1804]

strong girl❤!!!!! jus stumbled over this

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you!!

[@annabelcoffie6521]

Thank you so much this is all I needed

[@keepingupwithzeek]

You’re welcome. Let me know if you have any further questions

[@aickaywelcome3567]

Thanks for this . It was very helpful.

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you 😊

[@oyiin]

This is the content I signed up for

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hahah! Thank you sis! I’m always to provide all the information you need 👍🏾👍🏾

[@dorothyeze9157]

Heyy! Love this video. I found you on the DC school page! Fellow DC student!

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Aww! Thank you 🙏🏾 Omgg you found me on the DC school page? Could please send me the link

[@claradcruze4463]

Thankyou so much for it!!

[@keepingupwithzeek]

You’re welcome!!

[@toneroking]

Thank you so much for this video ,I found it very helpful dear….I want to move to Canada but I am considering the fact if I will be able to pay up my next tuition fees for the following year ….thank you for being sincere once again 🙏

[@keepingupwithzeek]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@JoyOkobi]

May God reward your efforts 🙏🏽

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Amen 🙏🏾 and you too ❤️

[@nnp9249]

Hello Zintiat! After seeing how you reply viewers qns. I immediately took a decision to subscribe to your channel.

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you ☺️. Welcome to the channel

[@fadzie099_]

Thank you so much for the information

[@keepingupwithzeek]

You’re welcome!!

[@lolatijani]

hi Zintiat i just subscribe to your channel. well done girl

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you 😊!

[@kaylafavour]

Aswr I love you you’re a big inspiration….

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I’m glad to hear that. Thank you so much

[@evinaranda327]

I'm going to study In Canada and your information is so helpful ..in Montreal trebeac

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I didn’t study in Montreal, so I don’t have any information whatsoever. I’d suggest that you should go on the internet and do some research!

[@onyenwelynda1443]

Wow, very transparent. I'm glad things moved on well for you. What secondary school did you attend in Nigeria

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hahahah. Thank you. I’m still in it ooo, Canada immigration is not easy.

[@elormadjanke5459]

Thanks a lot... I received admission for global business management at Humber college... I am not prepared emotionally and financially,I don't if I should decline the offer..but thanks for being honest...😊 hope to see u in Canada 🇨🇦 one day

[@bridget8620]

Go for it please , God will see you through

[@danielagyemang8560]

@@bridget8620 did you accept the offer? How is it going with u?

[@kobichris7836]

So is it always possible to divert from a degree program to diploma course... Can u please develop this point for me.. I will be grateful. Thank you

[@viky726]

Nice one. Thanks for the information. Please can you do without the whipping sound

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Noted

[@micben1141]

Wow that great. ❤❤❤

[@traveltourwithalbertceo1003]

Thank you for the video. Quick one, Do you sell eyeglasses as I can see on the background?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hahah no I don’t. I just have a lot of glasses

[@traveltourwithalbertceo1003]

@@keepingupwithzeek lol.

[@glamfairy]

Nice video thanks for sharing girl ❤️ can you make a video or share how you got into Canada because am trying to find more information on how to go about it thank you

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hi, I did

[@dmanakell]

Can you work overtime once you get your PGWP? or work only 40 hours? Also, how do you sublet and make sure that person pays rent? do you sign some kinda contract with them?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hello. Yes you can! Subleasing can be risky, because it is your name on the lease and not the other person. So if they don’t pay, you might have to be the one to pay for the rent out of pocket because it is your name on the lease.

[@nsisongumoh3440]

Great stuff

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thanks bro 😎

[@martinsowadasa-olusola1541]

Pls do u have to pay deposit before traveling to Canada as an undergraduate student?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I believe I paid some money to keep my sit. I also believe that immigration wants to see that you have paid some money to approve your student visa

[@maxmilianchia2673]

Hi pls can you assist me to obtain admission in to new Brunswick community college

[@ikwoikwo7615]

Your video is encouraging, pls when applying for visa and paid a semester fee for a Yr program, my sponsor still need to have cad10k for prove of fund coz,I'm stock sis

[@keepingupwithzeek]

You can do it!

[@naturechannel4623]

What is the name of that financial aid?

[@aayushrana8709]

How much can university students make in one month and is 20 hour part time job easy to manage for undergrad students ?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

It’s depends to be honest. I can’t say a particular amount $$ But in addition to your 20 hours per week, you can also find cash jobs to do here and there!!

[@aayushrana8709]

@@keepingupwithzeek Thanks for your response

[@deborahowojori4147]

Thanks for sharing. I have questions and I would be glad if you can answer them Before going for your studies, how much was required in the bank statement consideration you were paying your tution while studying? After your diploma studies, did you go to university? What chance does a diploma holder have against a university degree holder in Canada in getting good jobs? Thanks

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hello Deborah! Yes, I’m more than happy to answer your questions. 1. I don’t recall how much was required in my bank account. My dad did provide his bank statement(s). 2. It was when I got here (after 2nd year) that I was able to ask to split my tuition while also studying (I don’t think it’s something that they can do for you before) Advice: make sure you have at least one year tuition ready 3. After my diploma, I started working. After 4 years working, I finally got my PR (thank God, Alhamdullilahi) and then I decided to go back to University to get my full degree. 4. I would say that it depends on the program. For example, there are good college programs like business analysis, social service work, paralegal, nursing. And the same goes for university programs too. But then there are also programs in college and university that might not have high demand for jobs. I hope this helps!

[@deborahowojori4147]

Thanks so much for taking your time to answer my questions. This will be very useful for me. Thanks 😍

[@037_cse_jananir7]

@@keepingupwithzeek what degree did you pursue ?please reply

[@keepingupwithzeek]

@@037_cse_jananir7 social service work

[@037_cse_jananir7]

@@keepingupwithzeek in which uni are you studying after getting pr?

[@thelifeofbami]

Sorry, did you pick the college from nigeria? Cause I want to put in for college and I don’t know which to put in for, and if it’s also possible. I can’t afford the university.

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I picked my college when I got here. I elaborated my process on my video

[@chetanaahir5122]

I want to take suggestions from you 1.fanshawe college course name is business analyst length is 8 months 2.northeen college length is 1 year So in first program is 8 months so 4 month break I work full time on it?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hello 👋🏾 Unfortunately I won’t be able to provide suggestions. I’m not an immigration lawyer or consultant. And I would not want to provide you with the wrong information.

[@chetanaahir5122]

@@keepingupwithzeek ok

[@Bibzthebarb]

My school doesn’t do payment plan 😭I wish they did cause I know there are many that need this.

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Ohhhh shoot. That sucks!

[@nkechiobiora2559]

Yes dear, what is the name of the financial support system you got for yourself. Well done girl, you tried.

[@MrsDyarvane]

Thanks for the video but . Can i ask, so how did you show proof of funds ?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hello 👋🏾, I don’t remember how exactly. I believe we used my father’s bank statement(s)

[@teekay4282]

Thanks a lot for the video 💛💛💛 Learnt a lot … I wanted to ask… 16k$ is per year right?.. so for your entire 4 year duration .. you paid a sum of 64k$?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

No, I did a 2 year’s course

[@damarisjeremiah9584]

Well done

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thanks for watching!

[@eugeneanthony4623]

In the USA colleges and universities will give you a degree

[@fidelisqueen4367]

what is the name of the loan facility you used

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I didn’t use a loan facility. I went to my school international office

[@princewillwilliams4794]

Hey Z, Are you working with a College Degree right now or did you Further to get a Bachelor's?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hello 👋🏾 Yes, I’m working with my college degree right now.

[@princewillwilliams4794]

@@keepingupwithzeek Okay, Thank you.

[@DA_diaries]

Nice one

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@kolapoayobami2060]

Hello @zintiat Please what’s the name of the city you schooled in? I’m not sure I was able to catch the name. Thank you

[@kolapoayobami2060]

I do love your honesty and I’m glad that you were able to get your certificate. Congrats girl.

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hello 👋🏾. It’s called Durham College in Oshawa

[@keepingupwithzeek]

@@kolapoayobami2060 thank you. I wish you the best of luck

[@omobolajiajibola3054]

Hello sister, can I have your mail, I need more information about DC, like the payment plan, accommodation and other stuffs.

[@florencelumumba7579]

The video I needed to see lol

[@amadinmumu8122]

When applying for college which results are you required to apply with from Nigeria I have only WAEC

[@keepingupwithzeek]

It depends on what the school requires. They might require waec or jamb

[@amadinmumu8122]

@@keepingupwithzeek what is the processing time thank you

[@basilsunday3148]

I'm applying a program in Holland college hope I can pay half of tuition fees before coming or must I pay all

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hopefully!!

[@jean1698]

👏👏

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thanks for watching ☺️

[@thelifeofbami]

Can I change from university to college when I get to Canada?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hi 👋🏾 I’m not quite sure. You probably could but I have not experienced it or met someone that has experienced it

[@zainabyetunde5990]

Can one go to school on credit ? I mean if you don’t have money , can you keep going to school with school fees until you finish?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

You can always ask the school. It depends on the school

[@akheresilas2454]

I like your accent🤗

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Heheh thank you 😊

[@mamaro230]

Hello Zin thank u for the great info you have been given to us. Please I will like to know if the references I get from my referees is what I will use to apply to all the schools or I will keep going to them for references to each school I apply to? Please how does that work?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I think it depends on the school

[@mamaro230]

thank u very much for the reply.

[@adekeyesamson8586]

Interesting story. If you don’t mind Zintiat can you share some Financial AIDS you think can help pay for tuition. I am an international student here Toronto

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hi 👋🏾 From my experience, financial aid can help with spreading out your tuition fees and giving you a deadline, they can’t pay for your tuition. So for example if your tuition is $20,000 per year and the deadline for all student is Jan 24th. You can ask them to spread it out for you, so you can pay $5000 one month, another $5000 in February, another $5000 in March, and then another $5000 in April. They usually don’t let it get to exam period, so you might have to request another extension. On the other hand, you can apply for international student bursary. The application requires your academic grades and personal statement. I believe I got $500-$1000 from that. It’s little money but it’s helpful.

[@adekeyesamson8586]

Ok. Thanks for the piece 🤝

[@sheapapi8167]

Hey girl, can you please do a video of a College that international student can easily get accepted into. Thanks x

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Yes I’ll do that!!

[@chinenyeoguebie8084]

Memorial University, New foundland.

[@emekaokonkwo6620]

Try Algoma university, Canadian mennonite university. They will give u admission quickly

[@msf8297]

getting accepted to college/ university is very easy if you have the grades. for international students, the biggest worry is can you pay?! if finances are not an issue... sis just apply to whatever program you meet the requirements.

[@jessicajessica7009]

Getting accepted is not the problem can you finance it.. you can check Selkirk college in British Columbia

[@salehkiprotich9524]

Can you work as a uber driver?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Probably

[@AsianBhai71]

Can you please tell me that where do you study in?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I don’t understand your question. Are you asking for the school I studied in or what program I studied

[@livingwithmuna185]

Please what is the name of your college

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Durham College

[@ewenniwehenry-eze8031]

What's with the fonne?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Ewenniwe Henry-Eze , I’ve lived in Canada for almost 10 years. Yes, I have an accent because Yoruba is my first language. There should be no criticism because of how I talk. If I was living in Nigeria and I’ve never travelled abroad, then you can say I’m forming or have “fonne”. This is to say that if you don’t like how I talk then you don’t have to watch my video. In fact, block me. No one is forcing you.

[@mrcollins7090]

How bout ontario.... Is it very commercial like Toronto

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Toronto is in Ontario. Think about it as Victoria island in Lagos , or Ajah in Lagos

[@anywaytechreview]

its a province of canada with toronto as its capital city

[@ihaveawishwayku7878]

nice

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you

[@Hgiyghgjh]

Which university are you in

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I went to Durham College

[@angelanwaeze6390]

How did you get your loan?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I did not get a loan

[@angelanwaeze6390]

@@keepingupwithzeek oh nice

[@theedunmade7938]

Which school did U go to tho?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Durham College

[@thelifeofbami]

Do I need IELTS?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

It depends on the school

[@kneequayealbert]

Can we link up. Am Ghanaian and also in Toronto

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Unfortunately, I won’t be able to link up

[@nicanorthompson2432]

Eih😂, bounce Charley she bounce oh.

[@adedotunfakorede4032]

Hello, this video is very helpful... I would love to talk to you directly

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hi 👋🏾. Thanks for watching the video.

[@ganeshvindhiya3274]

What college did you attend and the course

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Hello 👋🏾 I went to Durham College and studied Social Service Work

[@rasheedatyussuff5300]

What a sweet course, I have a Diploma in Social work administration from a Nigerian university.

[@chukwukaehiedu9843]

Which College did you attend in Canada?

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Durham College

[@carolynbutterworth1613]

It’s not easy ooo

[@keepingupwithzeek]

No it’s not 🙊

[@osundejoshua2068]

I loved wat you said, 💯keeping it real.if I may ask which city did you stay during your school day ,and can send your email address .I have some personal questions to ask u pls🙏🙏

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Thank you so much!! Unfortunately I’m not an immigration consultant/ Lawyer so I won’t be the person to answer any questions.

[@kakachi8967]

Why can't you just speak like a normal Nigerian why do you have to force you intonation it just sounds weird

[@keepingupwithzeek]

I don’t know what you mean by “normal Nigerian”. But if a Nigerian comes to a western country and they associate themselves with westerners, then they begin to speak in a western way. If a Nigerian has never stepped foot in a western country but they are talking like one, then you can consider that “forming” I’ve lived in Canada for a number of years. So it’s safe to say that I have an “accent”. With that said, if you don’t like the way I speak, you don’t have to watch my videos.

[@bels.cookbook]

Speak normal, the accent you are forming is irritating to the ears.🤕🤯

[@keepingupwithzeek]

Then don’t watch my videos, no one is forcing you

[@theedunmade7938]

Kindly check your Instagram dm