Canadian universities are divided into faculties, schools and departments. The academic year runs from September to April and is divided into two or three terms. The usual courseload for full-time students is five courses.
Most students attend seminar-type classes and write more term papers than they take exams.
Canadian institutions use the A-F grading scale. There is a good chance of placement in Canada for U.S. students. Multilateral placements are more limited. Several active international student clubs. Scenic and relatively safe campus.