Montreal Campus
Montreal, a vibrant francophone city with a rich mix of English speakers and cultures, offers an ideal environment for students. Our campus is located in a dynamic, multicultural neighborhood near the St. Michel metro station.
The fully renovated campus features state-of-the-art classrooms with smartboards, laptop charging outlets, and a collaborative layout. The spacious cafeteria includes various seating options, microwave ovens, a refrigerator, and a water dispenser with hot and cold options.
For recreation, the campus offers a game area with ping pong and foosball tables, lockers, and a student collaboration room with desktop computers. Wi-Fi is available throughout, and students can also gather in various small connection spaces.
Our campus comfortably accommodates up to 1,600 students, with a safe, well-ventilated environment and social distancing measures as needed. It’s a place where students can learn, relax, and connect.
Why Montreal?
Montreal is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city rich in history, offering diverse neighborhoods and a mix of cultures. It is the largest city in the province of Quebec and the second largest city in Canada.
With a population of approximately four million people living on the Island of Montreal, the city is known for its multiculturalism. People from various racial, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds call Montreal home. The city is also recognized for its bilingualism, with 57.4% of the population fluent in both English and French.
While French is the official language spoken by the majority, English speakers and speakers of other languages make up a significant portion of the population, contributing to Montreal’s unique cultural and linguistic landscape.
Montreal is one of North America’s premier destinations for international events and conferences. The city has a remarkable history of hosting global events, including the 1967 Summer Olympics and the Canadian Grand Prix (Formula One), which has been held annually since 1978.
Known for its vibrant cultural scene, Montreal is home to the International Jazz Festival, the largest jazz festival in the world, as well as the beloved Just for Laughs comedy festival. The city also hosts a variety of other festivals, including the Montreal en Lumière (Montreal’s winter festival) and FrancoFolies, celebrating French-language music and culture.
Montreal is also the birthplace of the world-renowned Cirque du Soleil, which has brought its breathtaking performances to audiences worldwide. For sports enthusiasts, Montreal is the proud home of the Montreal Canadiens, the iconic ice hockey team with the most Stanley Cup wins in NHL history. The city also has a strong presence in soccer with the CF Montreal (formerly Montreal Impact) and hosts exciting events such as the Montreal International Film Festival and the World Film Festival.
Whether for its rich festivals, legendary sports teams, or iconic cultural institutions, Montreal offers something for everyone, making it a truly dynamic and exciting city on the global stage.
Montreal is an easy city to navigate, thanks to its well-organized transportation system. The city offers an extensive metro system and a network of buses, including both express and regular routes. For late-night travel, Montreal provides a Night Network of buses that operate after midnight, once the metro closes, ensuring safety and convenience.
Additionally, the city offers bike rentals, making it easy for residents and visitors to explore on two wheels. With these transportation options, you can travel anywhere on the island, starting from any point, making Montreal one of the most accessible cities in North America.
Montreal is consistently ranked as one of the top student cities globally, taking the #1 spot in the QS Best Student Cities 2017, ahead of London and Paris. One of the city’s standout features is its affordable cost of living, especially when compared to other major cities in North America and Europe.
Housing in Montreal is notably more affordable, making it an attractive destination for international students. In addition to affordable living, the city offers a vibrant mix of recreation, arts, and entertainment, contributing to a high quality of life for students.
Montreal is home to approximately 185,000 students and attracts more than 25,000 international students from over 150 countries. The city is also a major hub for employment, especially for graduates in fields like IT, aerospace, business, and management, making it a great place for students to begin their careers after graduation.