Québec

Cost of studies

If you would like to study in Québec, you must demonstrate that you are able to pay the applicable tuition fees and cover your living expenses for the duration of your program. The following table provides an overview of the expected costs of studying in Québec:

Application for a Québec authorization certificate (certificat d’acceptation du Québec/CAQ) $100
Application for a study permit $125
Annual cost of health and hospitalization insurance for yourself and any family members accompanying you $1,000
Settling-in expenses during the first year of studies in Québec Approximately $500

Living expenses for 1 year : accomodation, food, local transportation, clothing, etc. (estimated costs in 2009):

1 adult (18 or older): $11,000
1 child (under age 18): $5,500
1 adult et 1 child: $14,800
2 adults: $16,100
2 adults et 1 child: $18,100

Tuition fees and other costs associated with university studies: registration fees and educational supplies (books, course notes, etc.)Tuition fees will vary depending on the program of studies, the program duration and the institution attended.
Transportation expenses: round trip to/from home countryVaries depending on home country

These costs are subject to change without notice and are expressed in Canadian dollars.