Living in Montreal as a Student

Montréal regularly ranks among the world’s best student cities: affordable by big-city standards, vibrant and full of universities. A little French makes it even better.

Affordability

Rent in Montréal is generally lower than in Toronto or Vancouver, and the city’s café and festival culture is easy to enjoy on a student budget.

Language

You can study and live in English, but learning some French opens doors socially and professionally — and is useful for staying in Quebec long term.

Culture and campus life

With several major universities packed into one walkable city, Montréal has an energy and student community that is hard to match.

Next steps

Use our university directory and scholarship listings to compare your options, then send an enquiry and our advisors will help you build a shortlist and application plan.

This article is general guidance for international students considering Canada. Tuition, immigration rules and deadlines change often — always confirm the latest details with the official university and Government of Canada (IRCC) sources before making decisions.