Quick Information
| Tuition Fee | CAD 15,386.40 tuition per 15-credit session for international students (2025-26, Preparatory Year page; rates vary by programme) |
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| Last Verified Date | November 10, 2026 |
| Application Link | Apply via the official page |
| Official Source | https://admission.umontreal.ca/en/focus-udem/article/a-guide-for-international-students-wanting-to-study-at-udem/ |
Why Université de Montréal stands out
The Université de Montréal is a French-language public university in Montreal that welcomes around 10,000 international students into its community each year. It offers more than 250 undergraduate programmes, along with master’s and doctoral degrees, and its affiliated schools include HEC Montréal and Polytechnique Montréal. International students get help settling in through UdeM International and the university’s student services.
What you can study
UdeM offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. International students can study health and medicine, natural sciences, engineering, law, social sciences, arts and humanities, and business through its affiliated schools. Most undergraduate programmes are taught in French, while some graduate programmes are available in English.
International admissions
Admission procedures are completed on the university’s admissions site, where you can choose up to three programmes. Most undergraduate programmes require French at B2 level for direct entry; students with B1 level can start with a preparatory year. Some programmes can be completed in four years for students educated outside Quebec. Full guidance is in the official guide for international students.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to speak French?
Yes, for most undergraduate programmes. Direct entry normally requires French at B2 level, while the preparatory year asks for B1 level. Some graduate programmes are offered in English, so check the language of instruction for your chosen programme.
What is the preparatory year?
The preparatory year is a general education programme for students who do not hold a Quebec diploma of college studies or who completed pre-university studies outside Quebec. It prepares you for undergraduate study, and on completion you can enter the same undergraduate programmes as other students.
How much is tuition for international students?
Tuition varies by programme. The official Preparatory Year page lists CAD 15,386.40 tuition per 15-credit session for international students in 2025-26, with a total of CAD 16,082.02 including other fees. Check the programme page for your own programme’s fees.
Are scholarships available for international students?
Yes. International students have access to UdeM exemption scholarships throughout their programme, which can lower the amount payable. Check the official admissions site for the current exemption amounts by level.
How do I apply?
All admission procedures are completed on the Université de Montréal admission site. You will need official transcripts from your most recent studies and your birth certificate, and you can choose up to three programmes. International students also need a Canadian study permit and, in Quebec, a CAQ.