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Collège Mérici

Québec, Canada • Founded 1930

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: merici.ca

Overview

English Name: Collège Mérici
Founded: 1930
Institution Type: College
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Collège Mérici is a private collegial institution (cégep privé) in Quebec City, founded in 1930 and named for the Italian educator Saint Angela Merici.

Its campus sits near the Plains of Abraham, a short walk from downtown Quebec City, and it welcomes more than 1,200 students across regular day programs, continuing education, and custom corporate training. Instruction is delivered in French, with a francophone institutional culture and an active international exchange presence.

Mérici offers both pre-university streams that prepare students for university study and technical (career) programs leading directly to the labour market, spanning fields such as hospitality management, tourism, special care counselling, business administration, audioprosthetics, and orthotics and prosthetics. A distinctive feature is its aviation training stream, which combines classroom instruction with flight training toward commercial pilot licensure.

Many technical programs are built on an alternance model that blends coursework with paid, supervised work placements at partner employers, letting students earn income while building professional experience before graduation.

The college also runs a continuing-education division offering shorter AEC (attestation d'études collégiales) certificates for adult learners and career changers. Mérici holds Collège vert (green college) recognition for its environmental initiatives and fields varsity athletic teams, the Panthères, in the provincial collegiate sports network.

Student services include residences, food services, financial aid, and an active alumni foundation.

Location & Contact

Where to find Collège Mérici, plus its phone, email, website, and social media links.

Academic Details

A snapshot of Collège Mérici's academic profile — enrolment, staffing, and recognition.

Admission Requirements: Admission to a DEC programme requires a Diplôme d'études secondaires (DES) meeting the Ministère's particular conditions, or a DEP with the required French, second-language and math units, or an equivalent secondary credential (CEES, GED report, or foreign diploma judged equivalent), or at least 24 months of interrupted full-time study plus sufficient experience. AEC admission requires an interruption of full-time study for two sessions or a year, an employer/government agreement, one session of interrupted study plus one session of postsecondary study, or a DEP. International candidates must hold a valid passport, a Certificat d'acceptation du Québec (CAQ), and a study permit (IRCC), and must carry the collective student health/hospitalization insurance unless covered by RAMQ. No scored English test (IELTS/TOEFL) is published; AEC candidates lacking 'basic' English or computer competency may be required to take upgrading courses. Where French proficiency is judged insufficient (e.g. CEES/GED holders), the College may require a recognized French test or course per RREC art. 4.1; no specific test name is published. The College may also impose file review, an interview or test, a medical exam, or a background check.

Programs Offered

Every programme Collège Mérici currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.

14 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Canada

Certificate 4 programmes

Diploma 10 programmes

How to apply to Collège Mérici

A five-step path through the application process at Collège Mérici.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Collège Mérici's catalogue includes 14 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Collège Mérici's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit via the institution

    Submit your completed application through Collège Mérici's official website at www.merici.ca. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Collège Mérici

Quick reference for Collège Mérici: founding, control type, and recognition status.

How old is Collège Mérici?

The institution opened in 1930 (approximately 96 years ago).

Where is Collège Mérici located?

Collège Mérici is located in Québec, Canada.

Where can I learn more about Collège Mérici?

The institution's website is www.merici.ca.

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