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Cégep de Saint-Laurent

Montréal, Canada

Updated Sep 2026

Overview

English Name: Cégep de Saint-Laurent
Institution Type: College
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Cégep de Saint-Laurent is a public, French-language collegial institution in the Saint-Laurent borough of Montréal, occupying a single green campus with mature trees, an arena, a pool and student residences.

It describes itself as the only French-language cégep in an urban setting built on a genuine campus, enrolling students in regular daytime programming and a separate continuing-education stream. Pre-university Diplôme d'études collégiales (DEC) programs cover visual arts, cinema and communication, dance, languages, literature, music, theatre, and natural or human sciences, with bilingual French-English and double-DEC options in the science and humanities streaMs. Technical DEC programs include nursing, special-needs education, bioecology, mechanical engineering technology, architectural technology, water technology, electrical engineering technology with an internet-and-robotics focus, recreation management and intervention, professional music and song, and occupational health, safety and environment.

A Tremplin DEC pathway prepares students not yet ready for a regular program, while the continuing-education service delivers Attestation d'études collégiales (AEC) and upgrading training. On-campus partners include a daycare, an arts-and-trades museum and a performance hall, and the college runs work-study placements and student mobility exchanges.

Stated research strengths lie in water science and in creativity and innovation within the arts.

Instruction is entirely in French, and the institution suits students seeking either university-transfer preparation or a hands-on technical credential inside a compact, community-oriented campus.

Location & Contact

Address, contact details, and online presence for Cégep de Saint-Laurent are summarised below. Cross-check with the official website if you intend to send documents or financial information.

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Phone: http://514-747-6521
Email: info@cegepsl.qc.ca
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Academic Details

Below: the academic-side numbers and recognition that shape Cégep de Saint-Laurent's reputation. Recognition and accreditation are distinct — recognition is government-level, accreditation programme-specific.

Admission Requirements: DOMESTIC APPLICANTS How to apply. Submit your application through the Service régional d'admission du Montréal métropolitain (SRAM) at admission.sram.qc.ca; the Cégep also has its own FAQ if you have questions about the process. Academic basis. You qualify by holding: a Diplôme d'études secondaires (DES); or a Diplôme d'études professionnelles (DEP) plus passes in 5th-secondary language of instruction, 5th-secondary second language and 4th-secondary mathematics; or training the Cégep judges equivalent. Individual programs can add their own prerequisites (some named courses in mathematics, physics, chemistry or biology) and, occasionally, a test, interview or audition - check the program you want. Out-of-province Canadian applicants follow the same calendar as Quebec applicants (1 March for a Fall start); you need at least 11 years of schooling completed (a full high-school diploma is strongly recommended) plus courses equivalent to the required prerequisites - each file is reviewed individually. Selection. School-record quality is the College's main selection criterion for every program: for secondary-school applicants, 4th- and 5th-secondary results as they stand when you apply; college-level results also count for anyone who has already attended cégep. The College states it gives weight to French-language mastery in admission decisions generally, particularly for the Arts, lettres et communication programs. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS Program availability. Saint-Laurent accepts international students into most of its programs. Fall-session programs (most start in late August): pre-university - Arts visuels, Cinéma et communication, all three-year Double DEC combinations, Langues, Littérature, Musique, Sciences humaines, Sciences de la nature, Théâtre; technical - Environnement/hygiène/sécurité au travail, Gestion et intervention en loisir, Technologie du génie électrique, Techniques de bioécologie, Techniques de génie mécanique, Techniques professionnelles de musique et chanson, Technologie de l'architecture, Technologie de l'eau. Winter-session programs (may need one or two extra sessions to finish): pre-university - Sciences humaines, Sciences de la nature; technical - Environnement/hygiène/sécurité au travail, Gestion et intervention en loisir, Internet et robotique, Techniques de bioécologie, Technologie de l'eau. How to apply. Apply online through SRAM, which also lists the prerequisites for each program. Deadlines: 14 March for a Fall start, 31 May for a Winter start. Language. A language test is required for most international applications, whether or not you were schooled in the Cégep's language of instruction. Accepted French tests: Bright, TCF tout public (TCF Québec and TCF Canada are NOT accepted), DELF tout public niveau B2, DALF, TEF (TEF Express, TEF Québec and TEF Canada are NOT accepted; required sections: compréhension écrite, compréhension orale, lexique et structure). Indicative minimum: at least 467 on the TCF. After an offer. Obtain a CAQ (Certificat d'acceptation du Québec) from Quebec's immigration ministry (MIFI), then a Canadian study permit from IRCC, plus - if your program requires work experience - a co-op work-permit. Mandatory medical/hospital insurance applies unless you qualify for reciprocal RAMQ coverage or are exempt. Costs (approximate, per session, two sessions/year, non-French-citizens): $7,210 for pre-university programs and human techniques, $9,333 for physical techniques and arts/letters techniques, $11,174 for biological techniques; $1,833/session for non-Quebec-resident Canadians (fee table). Mandatory fees for 2024-25: $85 SRAM file-analysis fee, $183.25/session full-time (subject to change), plus textbooks. A tuition exemption (for non-French-citizens admitted to a three-year technical program) is available on application after admission, subject to a Cégep pre-selection and final Fédération des cégeps approval; French-citizenship holders are exempt from supplementary international fees under the France-Québec agreement.
Total Students: 3,300

Programs Offered

Cégep de Saint-Laurent's teaching offering by degree level. Programmes archived in past intakes may still appear on search engines; the live list here is the current source of truth.

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

Diploma 28 programmes

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How to apply to Cégep de Saint-Laurent

How to apply to Cégep de Saint-Laurent — a five-step structure with notes on documents, channels, and timing for each phase.

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    Browse the programme catalogue

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Cégep de Saint-Laurent runs 28 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

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    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Before applying to Cégep de Saint-Laurent, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Canada.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Cégep de Saint-Laurent's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Lodge your application through the official website (www.cegepsl.qc.ca). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. You can reach the institution by email at info@cegepsl.qc.ca or by phone at http://514-747-6521. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cégep de Saint-Laurent

Common questions students ask about Cégep de Saint-Laurent — answers pulled straight from the institution's published profile.

Where can I find Cégep de Saint-Laurent?

The institution is located in Montréal, Canada.

How many students does Cégep de Saint-Laurent have?

The institution has a student body of 3,300.

Where can I learn more about Cégep de Saint-Laurent?

You can find Cégep de Saint-Laurent online at www.cegepsl.qc.ca.

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