Quick Summary
Université de Montréal is a public research university founded in 1878, located in Montreal, Canada. Ranked #159 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 67400 students including 15% from outside Canada. Known for strengths in Artificial Intelligence, Medicine, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the leading French-language research university in the world outside of France and a global hub for Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning.
Subject Strengths
Artificial IntelligenceMedicinePharmacy and PharmacologyVeterinary ScienceLawMathematicsCommunication and Media Studies
Founded1878
TypePublic Research University
Total Students67400
Intl Students15%
Faculty Ratio22.1
CampusUrban
Campus Size160 acres
Affiliated HospitalsCentre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM),CHU Sainte-Justine,Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal,Institut Philippe-Pinel de Montréal
AccreditationBureau de la coopération interuniversitaire (BCI), AACSB (via HEC), CCVM
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#159
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#114
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#151-200
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
600
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Mila (Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute),Institute for Research in Immunology and Cancer (IRIC),Centre de recherche du CHUM (CRCHUM)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Bureau de la coopération interuniversitaire (BCI), AACSB (via HEC), CCVM
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3.0/4.3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · February 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
As a francophone institution, proficiency in French is mandatory for most programs (TFI or DALF). International students should apply for the Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) immediately after admission.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Canadian Dollar
UG Tuition
$26,500/yr
per year · CAD
Living Cost
$18,500/yr
per year · CAD
PG Tuition
$23,000/yr
per year · CAD
Application Fee
$85
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$45,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CAD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 600 programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science (Mila) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Pharmacy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Architecture | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Cybersecurity | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with Mila for AIMontreal's aerospace clusterand the healthcare sector through CHUM.
Notable Alumni
Pierre Elliott Trudeau,Justin Trudeau,Louise Arbour,Jean-Marc Eustache,Hubert Reeves
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
CEPSUM (One of the largest sports complexes in Quebec)
Student Clubs
85
Library Resources
22 libraries with over 4 million print and electronic documents.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available