🎓 Université de Montréal – Quebec, Canada

Université de Montréal – Quebec, Canada

1. School Overview and Location

Université de Montréal is a French-language university in Montréal, Québec. HEC Montréal and Polytechnique Montréal have their own catalogs and processes; do not combine the tuition fees or admission requirements of these schools with UdeM.

2. Master and PhD Programs

The graduate (cycles supérieurs) catalog includes master's degrees, doctorates, DESS, and microprograms. Fields include arts, sciences, education, law, and other specialties. For example, the maîtrise en études internationales has a unique structure; DESS and microprograms are not master's degrees, although some programs offer bridge pathways based on specific conditions.

3. Study Methods and Program Selection

Clearly compare the thesis/research track with the course-based/professional track before choosing a degree. A thesis is suitable for those who want to conduct research and prepare for further study; a professional master's focuses on coursework, projects, or industry-specific practice. Please check the standard duration, number of registered terms, full-time/part-time status, and supervisor requirements specific to the program. Do not assume that every field offers both options.

4. Academic Requirements and Application

Before applying, check your bachelor's degree, prerequisite courses, and GPA against the program page. Prepare transcripts/degrees, CV, statement of purpose, referees, and language certificates according to the checklist. Research-based programs may require a proposal or a faculty member willing to supervise; professional programs may require experience, a portfolio, or an interview. Minimum scores are only admission requirements, not a guarantee of acceptance.

5. Language Requirements

You must check the French language requirements and the proficiency proof for the program. Some units have different regulations or methods, so do not assume every program has the same test or score threshold. The ability to read English research is useful but does not replace the published language requirements.

6. Tuition Fees for International Students

The Bureau du registraire publishes tuition fees based on residency/international status, level of study, number of credits, and enrollment status. The introductory pages of some programs may show 2025–26 estimates, so you need the fee schedule applicable to the new intake before quoting fees. Rates after exemptions or under Québec status do not apply automatically to every application. Calculate mandatory fees, insurance, and living costs in Montréal separately.

7. Scholarships and Research Support

You should inquire specifically about scholarships, TA/RA positions, and support sources available for your specific degree and international student status. Only include funds confirmed in an offer or award letter in your budget; check deadlines, progress conditions, work obligations, and whether tuition has already been deducted. Course-based master's programs are not guaranteed to have the same funding as research programs.

8. Strengths, Considerations, and Target Students

Suitable for those wishing to study or conduct research in a multidisciplinary French-language environment. You must distinguish UdeM from its affiliated schools, select a supervisor, and verify the correct language of instruction. Use the current international fee schedule for your budget and only account for confirmed benefits.

9. Preparation Before Submitting an Application

Choose a specific program before comparing budgets. Check the admission intake, duration, in-person/online format, prerequisite requirements, and application deadlines. For the research track, read the professors' work and clarify whether you need to secure a supervisor before applying. Transcripts, degrees, CVs, statements of purpose, letters of recommendation, and language certificates must meet program-specific guidelines; art programs may require a portfolio. Budget separately for tuition, mandatory fees, insurance, housing, food, transportation, and costs for dependents. Do not include income from part-time work or unconfirmed scholarships in your guaranteed budget.

10. Official Sources and Reference Date

Reference date: October 7, 2026. The fees below are for reference based on the university's website; you must confirm the fee schedule applicable to your intake and chosen program. The fee summaries on the website are for preliminary comparison and do not replace official quotes from the university.

• Find a graduate program
• Cycles supérieurs catalog
• Registrar Tuition Fees

Request Consultation with KeyApply

KeyApply assists with selecting the right school and program, preparing applications, communicating with the university, and securing a Letter of Acceptance (LOA). To evaluate your profile, please prepare your degrees, transcripts, CV, language certificates, intended field of study, and budget. You can call, email, or message us via the website KeyApply.com.