INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

MONTREAL: AN EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT CITY

With its worldwide reputation as an educational hub, welcoming over 30,000 international students every year, this bilingual metropolis offers an environment conducive to academic and personal fulfillment. Montreal stands out as a destination of choice for those wishing to broaden their horizons and enrich their knowledge.

It’s a unique experience that awaits you, as the city offers many advantages to international students, from its lively cultural life, cultural diversity, affordable metropolis nature, buoyant job market and safe environment.

ADMISSION CONDITIONS

No age limit

Secondary 5 and 1 year above on the date of entry (Quebec system)

Other countries: Secondary 5 equivalency diploma, e.g. Baccalauréat toutes séries for French candidates at the start of the school year, or Grade 12 for Ontario candidates.

Admission to the school by entrance exam

Autre pays : Être diplomé d’une équivalence au secondaire 5. Exemple : Baccalauréat toutes séries pour les candidats français, à la date de la rentrée, ou Grade 12 pour l’Ontario

TRAINING COSTS

Preparatory Year

9250$

2D/3D animation

14 350$*

Video game - Tech-Art

14 350$*

3D Animation/VFX

(Master's level)

15 600$*

9500$*

*The fee for students eligible for Aide Financière aux Études (AFE).

Tuition fees are payable in two instalments, the first in September and the second in January.

The admission fee is $200.

WHAT ARE THE IMMIGRATION STAGES?

Step 1

If you've passed your entrance exam, you'll receive your acceptance letter from the school. You're ready to start your immigration process!

Step 2

Your first step with immigration will be to apply for a CAQ (Certificat d'acceptation du Québec) via the MIFI website.

Bring the following documents with you:

Your letter of admission
Proof of financial capacity
Your valid passport (make sure it's valid for the duration of your studies)
Expect a fee of approximately $124 to pay for your application.

Step 3

Once you have your CAQ, you can apply for your Study Permit online via the IRCC website. This is the document that will allow you to enter Canada.

Please bring the following documents with you:
Your admission letter
Proof of financial capacity
Your valid passport (make sure it's valid for the duration of your studies)
Allow a fee of approximately $150 to pay for your application.

Once you've submitted your Study Permit application online, you'll be asked to collect your biometric data (fingerprints and photograph approved by Canadian government institutions).

Step 4

Once your immigration formalities have been validated, you can prepare for your departure:

Find your accommodation
Take out health insurance (RAMQ and/or private insurance)
Open a bank account (e.g. Desjardins)
Obtain your SIN (Social Insurance Number)

Step 5

If you passed your admissions exam, you will receive your acceptance letter from the school.

You are ready to start your immigration process!

WHERE TO STAY?

Most Montrealers use platforms such as Kijiji.ca, Craiglist or Facebook groups to search for housing,

However, it’s not uncommon for us to put our future students in touch with each other so that they can exchange ideas and look for future roommates.

There is also the option of private student residences: La Marq, Evo Montréal, etc.

WHAT'S YOUR BUDGET?

Housing prices are very affordable compared with those in European metropolises ($600 to $1300, depending on the unit and neighborhood).

Electricity, gas, heating and Internet are at the tenant’s expense. Some utilities are included in the rent.

Please note that there are additional costs to consider when moving in, such as :

– Full winter outfit: approx. 500 $CAD

– Plane ticket to visit family!

Average monthly cost

1300$ CAD

about 870 €

Average monthly rent (shared)

600$

Food expenses

350$

Transportation and telephone

100$

Leisure activities

250$