Studying in Montreal
Quebec, Canada
Montreal is Canada’s largest French-speaking city and one of its great student towns, with a European feel, a vibrant arts and festival culture, and excellent universities — all at the lowest living costs of any major Canadian city.
Universities and major institutes
- McGill University
- Université de Montréal
- Concordia University
- Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM)
Cost of living
Montreal is the most affordable major Canadian city for students. A room in a shared apartment typically runs CAD $600–$1,000 per month, with a strong metro and bus network. Note that Quebec sets some of its own tuition and immigration rules.
Neighbourhoods for students
- Plateau-Mont-Royal — lively, central, classic student area.
- Mile End — creative and trendy, near the universities.
- Côte-des-Neiges — near Université de Montréal, diverse and affordable.
- Downtown / Concordia area — central and walkable.
Institutions in Montreal
Concordia University
A large English-language university spread across two downtown Montreal campuses, known for its arts and business programmes.
McGill University
One of Canada's most prestigious English-language universities, based on a historic downtown Montreal campus.
Université de Montréal
A major French-language research university and one of the largest in Quebec, based on Mont Royal in Montreal.
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