About the university
Collège de Maisonneuve is a public CEGEP in East Montreal, about 15 minutes from downtown by metro, with campuses on rue Sherbrooke Est. It offers pre-university DECs, including an International Baccalaureate stream, and technical DECs in accounting, marketing and events, software development, network security, electrical engineering technology, nursing, dietetics and police studies. All teaching is in French.
International tuition is CAD 7,575 per session for pre-university programmes and listed technical programmes such as accounting and software development, CAD 9,805 for physical techniques and CAD 11,740 for biological techniques. Programme pages mark which programmes are open to international students; most technical programmes listed here start in autumn only and include an internship in the final session.
- Type
- Public CEGEP (college); awards the DEC, not degrees
- Language of teaching
- French
- Campuses
- 3800 rue Sherbrooke Est (main) and 6220 rue Sherbrooke Est, East Montreal
- Programmes
- Pre-university DECs (including an International Baccalaureate stream) and technical DECs in business, computing, engineering technology, health and police studies
- International tuition
- CAD 15,150 to 23,480 a year, by programme group
- Deadlines (international)
- 14 March for autumn; 31 August for winter
Rankings
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- Undergraduate
Informatique – Développement d'applications (DEC, 420.B0)
- Fee / year
- C$15,150
- Duration
- 3 years (6 sessions), with an 8-week internship
- Intakes
- Autumn only (SRAM deadline for international applicants: 14 March)
- English
- Taught in French. French at B2 in all four skills (TEF, TCF tout public, CIEP or Bright tests); no English test applies
- Undergraduate
Informatique – Infrastructure et sécurité des réseaux (DEC, 420.B0)
- Fee / year
- C$15,150
- Duration
- 6 sessions, with an 8-week internship
- Intakes
- Autumn only (SRAM deadline for international applicants: 14 March)
- English
- Taught in French. French at B2 in all four skills (TEF, TCF tout public, CIEP or Bright tests); no English test applies
- Undergraduate
Administration et gestion – Comptabilité et finance (DEC, 410.G0)
- Fee / year
- C$15,150
- Duration
- 6 sessions, with a 6-week internship
- Intakes
- Autumn only (SRAM deadline for international applicants: 14 March)
- English
- Taught in French. French at B2 in all four skills (TEF, TCF tout public, CIEP or Bright tests); no English test applies
- Undergraduate
Administration et gestion – Marketing et gestion d'événements (DEC, 410.G0)
- Fee / year
- C$15,150
- Duration
- 6 sessions, with a 6-week internship
- Intakes
- Autumn only (SRAM deadline for international applicants: 14 March)
- English
- Taught in French. French at B2 in all four skills (TEF, TCF tout public, CIEP or Bright tests); no English test applies
- Undergraduate
Technologie du génie électrique – Réseaux et télécommunications (DEC, 243.F0)
- Fee / year
- C$19,610
- Duration
- 6 sessions, with paid summer work terms and a final internship
- Intakes
- Autumn only (SRAM deadline for international applicants: 14 March)
- English
- Taught in French. French at B2 in all four skills (TEF, TCF tout public, CIEP or Bright tests); no English test applies
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Informatique – Développement d'applications (DEC, 420.B0) | 3 years (6 sessions), with an 8-week internship | C$15,150 | ≈ ₹10.2 lakh |
| Informatique – Infrastructure et sécurité des réseaux (DEC, 420.B0) | 6 sessions, with an 8-week internship | C$15,150 | ≈ ₹10.2 lakh |
| Administration et gestion – Comptabilité et finance (DEC, 410.G0) | 6 sessions, with a 6-week internship | C$15,150 | ≈ ₹10.2 lakh |
| Administration et gestion – Marketing et gestion d'événements (DEC, 410.G0) | 6 sessions, with a 6-week internship | C$15,150 | ≈ ₹10.2 lakh |
| Technologie du génie électrique – Réseaux et télécommunications (DEC, 243.F0) | 6 sessions, with paid summer work terms and a final internship | C$19,610 | ≈ ₹13.1 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.
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Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- You need a school leaving qualification after 12 years of study (Class 12), or 11 years with the final year in progress, plus the programme's prerequisites (for computing, secondary-level maths).
- Apply through SRAM's international section by 14 March for autumn or 31 August for winter. SRAM checks your file and the college makes the final decision.
- With your admission notice you apply for a Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) and a study permit; programmes with a compulsory internship also come with a letter for a work permit. You must show CAD 15,028 for living costs on top of tuition.
Postgraduate
- Collège de Maisonneuve does not offer postgraduate programmes.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, as listed in SRAM's required documents
- French test result at B2 in all four skills
- Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ, CAD 135) and study permit (CAD 150)
- Proof of funds (CAD 15,028 plus tuition and fees)
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. All programmes are taught in French |
| French level | At least B2 (upper intermediate) in each of the four skills |
| Accepted French tests | TEF, TCF tout public, CIEP and Bright |
| English tests | Not used for admission |
Accommodation and living costs
The college's international pages do not list a residence or rents; its student pages link to rental listings. Budget for private housing in Montreal.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Funds to show for living costs (CAQ and study permit)On top of tuition and fees | C$15,028per year | ≈ ₹10.1 lakh |
| Health and hospital insurance | C$1,380per year | ≈ ₹92,460 |
Campus and location
The main campus is at 3800 rue Sherbrooke Est in East Montreal, with a second site at 6220 rue Sherbrooke Est. The college says it is about 15 minutes from downtown by metro.
- Technical programmes with internships in the final session.
- International Baccalaureate stream within the pre-university programmes.
- Optional credited internship in France for accounting students.
- Free support services for international students.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Most technical DECs end with a 6- to 8-week internship, and some include paid summer work terms. Work rights depend on IRCC rules; see our Canada guide.
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FAQs
Is Collège de Maisonneuve taught in English?
No. All programmes are taught in French, and you need B2-level French in all four skills.
How much does it cost?
International tuition is CAD 7,575 per session for group A programmes (including accounting and software development), CAD 9,805 for physical techniques and CAD 11,740 for biological techniques. Add CAD 1,380 a year for insurance and CAD 400 in fees.
When can I start?
Most technical programmes open to international students start in autumn only. Apply through SRAM by 14 March.
Is nursing open to international students?
The nursing page does not mark it as open to international students, so check with the college before you apply.
Sources
- Collège de Maisonneuve: Cost of studies (international) (opens in a new tab)
- Collège de Maisonneuve: Admission (international) (opens in a new tab)
- Collège de Maisonneuve: Choisir Maisonneuve à Montréal (opens in a new tab)
- Collège de Maisonneuve: About (opens in a new tab)
- Collège de Maisonneuve: Développement d'applications (opens in a new tab)
- Collège de Maisonneuve: Comptabilité et finance (opens in a new tab)
- Collège de Maisonneuve: Soins infirmiers (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.cmaisonneuve.qc.ca (opens in a new tab)
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