The most popular programs in Canada for international students in 2026 are in nursing, business and computer science, per ApplyBoard's data. Nursing is typed by about 1 in 6 users searching Canada on ApplyBoard. The fastest-growing terms are supply chain management (+43%) and social service worker (+42%).
Which Canadian Subjects Are Growing?
- Business: +33%. Computer science: +22%. Nursing: +19%.
- Social service worker: +42%.
- Biology: +39%.
- Civil engineering: +34%.
- All Canada searches: +8%.
Programs to Explore
Disclaimer: Tuition and application fees come from ApplyBoard program pages as of 20 Oct 2026 and can change. Always confirm current fees on the program page before your student applies.
Canadore College North Bay, Ontario
College Diploma - Social Service Worker (010206)
A social service diploma in North Bay where interest is climbing fast and ApplyBoard users often go on to apply.
Tuition (1st year)
CAD $15,547
Application fee
CAD $100
Sheridan College Brampton, Ontario
College Diploma - Social Service Worker (PSSWK)
Sharply rising interest from ApplyBoard users in this Brampton social service diploma, and views often turn into applications.
Tuition (1st year)
CAD $17,537
Application fee
CAD $100
University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba
Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced Entry)
An advanced-entry nursing route gaining interest from ApplyBoard users, with strong follow-through to applications.
Tuition (1st year)
CAD $24,600
Application fee
CAD $130
Frequently Asked Questions
On ApplyBoard, nursing is the Canadian subject ApplyBoard users search most, typed by about 1 in 6 users searching Canada.
Social service worker diplomas prepare graduates for community and social services roles. Check provincial registration rules and PGWP field eligibility.
Ready to Apply?
Every program above is open to apply on ApplyBoard. Students can check eligibility, compare intakes and apply in one place, and recruitment partners can do the same for every student they support.
About this data: These trends come from program searches on ApplyBoard between 10 Jul 2026 and 17 Oct 2026, compared with the 100 days before. They are a snapshot of what ApplyBoard users were exploring at that moment, not a ranking of institutions or a statement by any institution. Programs, tuition, intakes, deadlines and immigration rules change often: always check the program page on ApplyBoard and official government sources for the latest before applying or advising a student.