Cégep de Chicoutimi

Overview

English Name: Cégep de Chicoutimi

Founded: 1967

Institution Type: College

Cégep de Chicoutimi is a public French-language college in Chicoutimi, in Quebec's Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region, established in 1967 as one of the province's first CEGEPs during the education reforms of the Quiet Revolution.

It was formed by merging several existing institutions, including the Séminaire de Chicoutimi, the Hôtel-Dieu Saint-Vallier nursing school, the Institut familial de Chicoutimi, the Institut de technologie de Chicoutimi, and the École de Commerce de Chicoutimi. The college now serves roughly 3,000 students with the support of around 600 staff members.

Cégep de Chicoutimi offers pre-university Diplôme d'études collégiales programs in natural sciences, humanities, visual arts, literature and communication, and history and civilization, preparing graduates for university studies. Its technical DEC programs span nursing, dental hygiene, civil and electrical engineering technologies, forestry, computer science, business administration and recreation management, several with work-study alternance and DEC-BAC university pathways.

The college is home to the Centre québécois de formation aéronautique, training commercial pilots through its aircraft piloting program, along with specialized facilities including an interdisciplinary health-simulation centre supporting its health-science prograMs.

Location & Contact

Address, contact details, and online presence for Cégep de Chicoutimi are summarised below.

Academic Details

The figures below cover Cégep de Chicoutimi's scale, staffing levels, and academic standing.

Programs Offered

Cégep de Chicoutimi's programme catalogue is grouped by level below.

22 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Canada

How to apply to Cégep de Chicoutimi

A short guide to applying to Cégep de Chicoutimi — five steps.

1. 1
   Identify the right programme

   Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Cégep de Chicoutimi offers 22 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

2. 2
   Check entry requirements

   Each programme at Cégep de Chicoutimi has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

3. 3
   Prepare your application documents

   Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

4. 4
   Submit via the institution

   Apply directly via Cégep de Chicoutimi's online portal at www.cchic.ca. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

5. 5
   Get in touch with admissions

   After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at info@cchic.ca or by phone at 418 549-9520. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cégep de Chicoutimi

Concise answers to common questions about Cégep de Chicoutimi.

Top-Ranked Universities in Canada

Canada's most prominent universities are listed below — relevant for assessing Cégep de Chicoutimi's national positioning. National prominence signals not just academic strength but also employer recognition.

McGill University

Montréal · Public · QS 2027 #30

University of Toronto

Toronto · Public · QS 2027 #32

University of Alberta

Edmonton · Public · QS 2027 #96

University of Waterloo

Waterloo · Public · QS 2027 #113 =

Western University

London · Public · QS 2027 #142 =

Faculties at nearby universities

The institutions below are geographically close to Cégep de Chicoutimi.

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

Saguenay · Public · Est. 1969

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Cégep de Jonquière

Saguenay · Est. 1967

Where Else to Study Robotics & Automation

These universities in Canada also offer Robotics & Automation programmes, alongside Cégep de Chicoutimi.

The University of British Columbia

Vancouver · Public · Est. 1908

Simon Fraser University

Burnaby · Public · QS 2027 #312

Queen's University

Kingston · Public · QS 2026 #191 =

Concordia University

Montréal · Public · QS 2027 #497 =

Université de Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke · Public · QS 2027 #951-1000

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NI

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Fleming College

Peterborough · Est. 1967

Collège Lionel Groulx

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