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Québec has a large and diverse university sector with institutions located in Québec City, Montréal and communities throughout the province.
The Government of Québec currently lists 18 universities in the province. These institutions offer undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and specialized programs across fields such as business, engineering, medicine, computer science, social sciences, education, law, humanities and scientific research.
Université Laval is located in Québec City. The Capitale-Nationale region also has the École nationale d'administration publique (ENAP) and the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS).
Québec City is one of Québec's major university and research centres. Students considering Québec City can investigate programs at institutions including:
Montréal is another major higher-education centre in Québec and is home to several universities and specialized institutions.
Québec's university network extends beyond Québec City and Montréal.
Québec's university system includes several levels of study. Depending on the program, students can pursue undergraduate, graduate and doctoral education.
The Québec government describes university education as three cycles: undergraduate, master's/graduate and doctoral studies. Program length and requirements vary by field and institution.
French is an important language of higher education in Québec, and many universities offer programs primarily in French. Students should check the language of instruction for their specific program before applying.
Some Québec universities also offer programs or courses in English, while Montréal has several institutions with extensive English-language offerings.
Students looking for English-language university education can investigate institutions such as McGill University, Concordia University and Bishop's University, while also checking individual program language requirements.
Tuition is not the same for every student. Costs can depend on the university, program, student status and residency or citizenship category.
Québec students, Canadian students from outside Québec and international students can have different tuition arrangements. Some programs also have additional fees.
Always check the current tuition and fee schedule directly with the university before applying.
International students who want to study in Québec need to select an eligible educational institution and program and follow the applicable Québec and Canadian immigration requirements.
The Québec government advises international students to verify the institution, program, admission requirements, costs and deadlines before submitting an application.
Depending on the student's situation, additional authorization may be required before beginning studies in Québec.
Québec has a distinctive education system in which CEGEP studies can form a bridge between secondary school and university.
Pre-university CEGEP programs generally provide the preparation required for university, while technical CEGEP programs can lead to employment or, where prerequisites are met, further university study.
Students should therefore determine whether their academic background meets the prerequisites of the university program they want to enter.
Québec has universities and research institutions active in fields including engineering, medicine, artificial intelligence, natural sciences, social sciences, business, health sciences and environmental research.
Students interested in research should review the individual university's faculties, laboratories, research centres, graduate programs and potential supervisors.
Students should distinguish between the right to study and authorization to work. Work eligibility depends on the student's circumstances and applicable Canadian immigration rules.
International students should check the current requirements with the Government of Canada and the Government of Québec before relying on information about student employment or post-graduation work options.
Both Québec City and Montréal have major universities, but they offer different campus environments and local labour markets.
Québec City is home to Université Laval and other research and public-administration institutions. Montréal has a particularly broad concentration of universities and specialized higher-education institutions.
Compare the actual program, tuition, admission requirements, language of instruction, housing costs, transportation and career opportunities rather than choosing a city based only on its overall reputation.
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University names, domains and websites are provided for informational purposes. Always use the university's official website for current programs, admission requirements, tuition, deadlines and application instructions.
University programs, admission requirements, tuition, application deadlines and international-student requirements can change. Before applying, verify the latest information directly with the university and the Government of Québec.
The Government of Québec maintains the official list of universities and provides information about university studies, admission, tuition and student assistance.