About the university
Cégep de Jonquière is a public CEGEP in the Jonquière area of Saguenay, Quebec, with 27 programmes. Alongside computer science, business and nursing, it is known for engineering technology (mechanical, electrical, industrial, building, industrial processes) and for media programmes such as media communication, film and television, multimedia and 3D production. All teaching is in French.
The college's international cost page names each programme's fee group: CAD 7,354, 9,519 or 11,398 per session for 2025-26. It has a 212-room residence on campus and helps preselected technical students apply for Quebec's CAD 14,000 bursary.
- Type
- Public CEGEP (college); awards the DEC, not degrees
- Language of teaching
- French
- Programmes
- 27 programmes, including a media arts and technology group
- Programme length
- Pre-university DEC 2 years (4 sessions); technical DEC 3 years (6 sessions)
- Intake
- Autumn; apply through SRASL before 15 February
- Residence
- 212 rooms in the Piékouagami tower
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$14,708
- Duration
- 3 years (6 sessions)
- Intakes
- Autumn (August); apply through SRASL from November, ideally before 15 February
- English
- Taught in French; no English test applies. Ask SRASL whether you need a French test
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$22,796
- Duration
- 3 years (6 sessions)
- Intakes
- Autumn (August); apply through SRASL from November, ideally before 15 February
- English
- Taught in French; no English test applies. Ask SRASL whether you need a French test
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$19,038
- Duration
- 3 years (6 sessions)
- Intakes
- Autumn (August); apply through SRASL from November, ideally before 15 February
- English
- Taught in French; no English test applies. Ask SRASL whether you need a French test
- Undergraduate
Génie électrique: Automatisation et contrôle (DEC)
- Fee / year
- C$19,038
- Duration
- 3 years (6 sessions)
- Intakes
- Autumn (August); apply through SRASL from November, ideally before 15 February
- English
- Taught in French; no English test applies. Ask SRASL whether you need a French test
- Undergraduate
Génie électrique: Réseaux et télécommunications (DEC)
- Fee / year
- C$19,038
- Duration
- 3 years (6 sessions)
- Intakes
- Autumn (August); apply through SRASL from November, ideally before 15 February
- English
- Taught in French; no English test applies. Ask SRASL whether you need a French test
- Undergraduate
Administration et gestion (DEC)
- Fee / year
- C$14,708
- Duration
- 3 years (6 sessions)
- Intakes
- Autumn (August); apply through SRASL from November, ideally before 15 February
- English
- Taught in French; no English test applies. Ask SRASL whether you need a French test
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$19,038
- Duration
- 3 years (6 sessions)
- Intakes
- Autumn (August); apply through SRASL from November, ideally before 15 February
- English
- Taught in French; no English test applies. Ask SRASL whether you need a French test
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$19,038
- Duration
- 3 years (6 sessions)
- Intakes
- Autumn (August); apply through SRASL from November, ideally before 15 February
- English
- Taught in French; no English test applies. Ask SRASL whether you need a French test
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Informatique (DEC) | 3 years (6 sessions) | C$14,708 | ≈ ₹9.9 lakh |
| Soins infirmiers (DEC) | 3 years (6 sessions) | C$22,796 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| Génie mécanique (DEC) | 3 years (6 sessions) | C$19,038 | ≈ ₹12.8 lakh |
| Génie électrique: Automatisation et contrôle (DEC) | 3 years (6 sessions) | C$19,038 | ≈ ₹12.8 lakh |
| Génie électrique: Réseaux et télécommunications (DEC) | 3 years (6 sessions) | C$19,038 | ≈ ₹12.8 lakh |
| Administration et gestion (DEC) | 3 years (6 sessions) | C$14,708 | ≈ ₹9.9 lakh |
| Génie industriel (DEC) | 3 years (6 sessions) | C$19,038 | ≈ ₹12.8 lakh |
| Génie du bâtiment (DEC) | 3 years (6 sessions) | C$19,038 | ≈ ₹12.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Cégep de Jonquière with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- UG
Quebec Ministry of Higher Education bursary
Value: CAD 14,000 a year for up to three years, plus exemption from supplementary tuition and RAMQ health cover
Eligibility: Students admitted to a technical programme, from any country except France (a second stream is for listed African French-speaking countries and Algeria). The International Office preselects candidates; files go to the Fédération des cégeps between December and late February
Official page (opens in a new tab) - UG
Exemption from supplementary tuition
Value: Exemption from the international tuition supplement
Eligibility: Full-time technical programme students, by invitation only; priority to applicants living abroad. Limited places
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Apply online through SRASL (Service régional d'admission du Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean) from November; the college recommends applying before 15 February for the autumn session.
- You need the equivalent of Quebec Secondary 5 and any programme prerequisites; SRASL assesses your Class 12.
- After admission, get the CAQ and study permit.
Postgraduate
- Cégep de Jonquière does not offer postgraduate programmes.
Documents
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 records
- Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) and study permit
- Proof of funds
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Language of teaching | French |
| English tests | Not used for admission |
| French | The admission page does not state a French test; check with SRASL |
Accommodation and living costs
The Piékouagami residence has 212 rooms over 13 floors, with electricity, heating, wifi, free laundry, gym and pool access, and 24/7 security. Leases run nine months.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Residence roomCurrent rate on the residence page; revised each year | C$380per month | ≈ ₹25,460 |
Campus and location
Cégep de Jonquière has its campus on rue Saint-Hubert in Jonquière, Saguenay, with a residence tower on site.
- Engineering technology DECs in mechanical, electrical, industrial and building engineering and industrial processes.
- Media programmes in communication, film and television, multimedia and 3D production.
- Computer science, business administration and nursing.
- International office that preselects students for Quebec bursaries.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Technical DECs prepare you for jobs in Quebec. Work rights during and after study depend on IRCC rules; see our Canada guide.
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FAQs
Is Cégep de Jonquière taught in English?
No. All programmes are taught in French.
How much is the tuition?
For 2025-26 the college lists CAD 7,354, 9,519 or 11,398 per session depending on the programme, with two sessions a year. Check the 2026-27 amount with the college.
Is there a bursary for international students?
Quebec offers a CAD 14,000 yearly bursary to some students in technical programmes. You must be admitted first; the International Office preselects candidates.
Is there a residence?
Yes. The Piékouagami residence has 212 rooms at CAD 380 a month, with a nine-month lease.
Sources
- Cégep de Jonquière: Cost of studies (international) (opens in a new tab)
- Cégep de Jonquière: Admission (international) (opens in a new tab)
- Cégep de Jonquière: Financial aid (international) (opens in a new tab)
- Cégep de Jonquière: Programme list (opens in a new tab)
- Cégep de Jonquière: Student residence (opens in a new tab)
- Cégep de Jonquière: Homepage (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.cegepjonquiere.ca (opens in a new tab)
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