STUDY BY PROVINCE

Quebec — tuition, life & PGWP in one plan

Bilingual province with distinctive CEGEP pathways and strong cultural industries. Montreal offers a vibrant student city experience with comparatively moderate rent in many neighbourhoods.

International student share (illustrative): ~15% of Canada’s international students.
2,000+ students coachedBrampton, ON officeLicensed RCIC · Visa Master CanadaMon–Fri, 9:30am–6:30pm ET

OVERVIEW

Why Quebec?

Bilingual province with distinctive CEGEP pathways and strong cultural industries. Montreal offers a vibrant student city experience with comparatively moderate rent in many neighbourhoods.

Selecting a province is not a popularity contest-it is a decision about tuition, rent, transportation, campus culture, and your long-term immigration strategy. We help you translate those variables into a shortlist you can defend to your family and to a visa officer.

Quebec graduates remain eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit when program and institution rules are met. Most international students require a Québec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) before a study permit. PR routes include Québec’s economic programs; French proficiency can unlock additional streams.

CITIES

Major cities

Montreal
Quebec City
Laval
Sherbrooke

SCHOOLS

Top institutions (starter list)

McGill University
Université de Montréal
Université Laval
Concordia University
HEC Montréal

BUDGET

Cost of studying in Quebec

Tuition and rent move every year. Use these figures as planning anchors, then refine with your offer letters and our cost calculator.

Average tuition (intl, broad)
CAD $18,000–35,000 (university range; CEGEP/college pathways differ)
Living costs (planning band)
CAD $14,000–22,000/year (Montreal often lower than Toronto)

PGWP

PGWP & immigration notes

Most international students require a Québec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) before a study permit. PR routes include Québec’s economic programs; French proficiency can unlock additional streams.

Regulated immigration advice - including study permit applications, appeals, spouse work permits, and PR pathways - is provided exclusively by our partner Visa Master Canada, a well-established licensed RCIC team. Study Master Canada provides education consulting and admissions support only.

SERVICES

How we support international students

Structured services from shortlisting to settlement-with regulated immigration handled by our RCIC partner when you need it.

1–2 weeks

Program Matching

Shortlists aligned to your grades, budget, career goals, and PGWP-aware program design.

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2–4 weeks

Admissions Support

Document strategy, application portals, deadlines, and follow-ups with institutions.

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2–3 weeks

SOP Coaching

Canadian-style statements that explain fit, progression, and genuine study intent.

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1–2 weeks

Letters of Recommendation

Referee selection, briefing notes, and structure coaching-ethical support without ghostwriting.

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Varies

English Test Guidance

IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or Duolingo-what your targets accept and how to reach the score you need.

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1–2 weeks

GIC & Financial Planning

Proof of funds planning including the CAD $22,895 GIC minimum (Sept 1, 2025) and bank workflows.

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8–12 weeks (IRCC processing varies)

Study Permit via RCIC

Regulated immigration filings are completed by Visa Master Canada, our licensed RCIC partner.

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Before departure

Pre-Departure Support

Flights, insurance gaps, packing, banking appointments, and first-week logistics.

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First 2 weeks in Canada

Post-Arrival Support

SIN, bank account, phone plan, housing transitions, and campus orientation priorities.

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Ready to start your Canadian education?

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