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Master's degree, Social sciences and humanities. Lakehead University - Orillia, Orillia, Ontario, Canada.
Master of Education - Education for Change - Social Justice Education (Portfolio) is a master's degree program in social sciences and humanities at Lakehead University - Orillia, a public institution in Orillia, Ontario, Canada, founded in 2006.
First-year tuition is listed at 24,931 CAD and the application fee at 125 CAD. The earliest intake currently open is May 2027.
Applications to Lakehead University - Orillia typically receive a decision in 30 days and 14 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 48,504 CAD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Plan for first-year tuition, living costs at the level IRCC sets, and travel. Tuition varies widely between universities, colleges and provinces. IRCC revises the living-cost figure from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the official study permit page.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 24,931 CAD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 23,448 CAD |
| Application fee (one time) | 125 CAD |
| Estimated first-year total | 48,504 CAD |
Our directory lists 122 master's degree programs in social sciences and humanities at 19 schools in Canada. Their median first-year tuition is 22,944 CAD, and the middle half cost between 19,630 CAD and 25,470 CAD.
At 24,931 CAD, Master of Education - Education for Change - Social Justice Education (Portfolio) is 9% above the median, in the middle of the range. The full range runs from 7,953 CAD to 31,805 CAD.
If budget matters, these master's degree programs in social sciences and humanities have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Canada.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts - History (Project) | University of Northern British Columbia, Prince George | 7,953 CAD |
| Master of Arts - History (Thesis Option) | University of Regina, Regina | 9,519 CAD |
| Master of Theology - Church History | Tyndale University, Toronto | 11,340 CAD |
| Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Humanities | Trinity Western University - Langley, Langley | 11,468 CAD |
| Master of Arts - Island Studies (International Relations and Island Public Policy) (Course-based) | University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetown | 14,767 CAD |
| Master of Arts - Cultural Analysis and Social Theory (Coursework) | Wilfrid Laurier University - Waterloo, Waterloo | 14,974 CAD |
Working back from a May 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September is the main intake. Many institutions also admit in January and May. Applications usually open several months ahead and some programmes close early.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| September 2026 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| November 2026 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| January 2027 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| April 2027 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
Lakehead University - Orillia sets the exact entry requirements for Master of Education - Education for Change - Social Justice Education (Portfolio). For a master's degree, applicants usually need the following.
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First-year tuition is listed at 24,931 CAD. Living costs are extra; Lakehead University - Orillia estimates 23,448 CAD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
The application fee is 125 CAD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.
The earliest intake currently open is May 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a master's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.
You need a Study permit, decided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
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