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Université du Québec à Montréal

Montréal, Canada • Founded 1969

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: uqam.ca · How we collect data

Overview

Local Name: University of Québec in Montréal
Acronyms: UQAM
Founded: 1969
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Public
Entity Type: Non-profit
Rankings:
CWTS Leiden 2025 #935 SCImago 2026 #892
Motto: L'effet UQAM
Colours: White and blue
Mascot: Citadins
Université du Québec à Montréal institutional building
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The Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) is a French-language public university in downtown Montreal and a founding member of the Université du Québec network.

Teaching, coursework and admission files are handled in French, and applicants who did not study in French must submit a result from a French test recognised by the university. UQAM reports 34,845 students in the fall of 2025, of whom 4,994 are foreign students from 94 countries.

The university is organised into seven faculties plus the School of Management (ESG UQAM), a further Faculty of Health Sciences described as in development, and 41 departments and schools; together they offer 383 study programs, made up of 211 undergraduate, 139 graduate and 33 doctoral prograMs. Research is carried out through 26 institutional research centres, 38 Canada Research Chairs, five UNESCO chairs and six institutes. Undergraduate degrees are built on the Quebec credit system, most bachelor's degrees running to 90 credits and most master's degrees to 45 credits, with full-time undergraduate terms billed at 15 credits.

Tuition is set by the Quebec government and published as an annual fee grid rather than per program: in 2026-2027 an international undergraduate pays 953.50 $ per credit against 103.92 $ per credit for a Quebec resident.

University-run residences in the downtown core are rented monthly, from 568 $ for a room in a shared eight-bedroom apartment to 1,185 $ for a couple's studio.

Location & Contact

Find Université du Québec à Montréal on the map and its contact channels below.

Address: PO Box 8888, Succursale Centre-ville
Postal Code: H3C 3P8
Phone: +1 514-987-3000
Fax: +1 (514) 987 0399
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Academic Details

Université du Québec à Montréal's key academic numbers — student body size, staffing, and accreditation context.

Academic Year: Trimester system: automne (September–December), hiver (January–April) and été (May–August); a full-time undergraduate term is billed at 15 credits, so a 90-credit bachelor's runs three years over the autumn and winter trimesters
Recognition: Ministère de l'Éducation et de l'Enseignement supérieur, Québec
Admission Requirements: Instruction is in French and there is no English-language degree track: applicants whose prior schooling was not in French must pass a French test recognised by UQAM — TCF (800 on 1398 is the lowest admissible band, 1000+ gives direct admission), TEF (400 on 660 admissible, 510+ direct), DELF B2 at 50/100 or better (DALF C1–C2 direct; DELF A1–B1 refused), the UQAM École de langues placement test (45/100 admissible, 90+ direct) or Bright (2.5/5 admissible, 4.4+ direct); results in the lowest bands carry four French upgrading courses in first year. Applicants holding a non-Quebec diploma need at least 13 years of schooling for a bachelor's program, 16 years for a master's and 18 years for a doctorate; recognised entry qualifications include the French, European and International Baccalaureate, the Swiss Maturité and Belgian secondary certificates, and bridging (propédeutique) courses may be imposed. Quebec applicants normally enter with a DEC, and limited-enrolment programs select on the R score. International application deadlines are 1 March for the fall trimester and 1 August for winter, the application fee is 155 $ CAD for international applicants (117 $ for Canadians and permanent residents) covering up to three undergraduate or two graduate program choices, and a valid CAQ and Canadian study permit are required before registration — UQAM advises allowing 3 to 6 months to obtain them.
Total Students: 34,845
Academic Staff Range: over-5,000
Campus Setting: Urban
Memberships & Networks
Universities Canada (UC) Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)

Academic Structures

The academic units through which Université du Québec à Montréal delivers teaching are listed below.

Unit 13 items
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Literature, Language and Communications
  • Faculty of Political Science and Law
  • Faculty of Sciences
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Health and Society Institute
  • Institute of Cognitive Sciences
  • Institute of Environmental Sciences
  • Institute of Feminist Studies
  • Montreal Graduate School of Fashion Design
  • Montreal Institute of International Studies
  • School of Management Sciences

Programs Offered

The full set of programmes Université du Québec à Montréal offers is searchable and grouped by level below.

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

Bachelor's Degree 55 programmes

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Master of Business Administration 3 programmes

Master's Degree 48 programmes

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Doctorate 31 programmes

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Certificate 69 programmes

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Postgraduate Diploma 39 programmes

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Scholarships in Canada

Funding options available to students studying in Canada, alongside Université du Québec à Montréal's costs.

How to apply to Université du Québec à Montréal

How to apply to Université du Québec à Montréal — a five-step structure.

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    Research programmes at Université du Québec à Montréal

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Université du Québec à Montréal offers 245 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

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    Review admissions criteria

    Each programme at Université du Québec à Montréal 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
    Gather supporting 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.

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    Lodge your application

    Apply directly via Université du Québec à Montréal's online portal at uqam.ca. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Reach the institution by phone at +1 514-987-3000. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Université du Québec à Montréal

Frequently asked questions about Université du Québec à Montréal.

In what year was Université du Québec à Montréal established?

Université du Québec à Montréal was founded in 1969 (approximately 57 years ago).

In which city is Université du Québec à Montréal?

Université du Québec à Montréal is based in Montréal, Canada.

Is Université du Québec à Montréal public or private?

Université du Québec à Montréal is a public institution.

How many students study at Université du Québec à Montréal?

Université du Québec à Montréal has approximately 34,845 students.

What is Université du Québec à Montréal's academic structure?

The institution comprises 13 academic units.

Is Université du Québec à Montréal officially recognised?

Université du Québec à Montréal is accredited by Ministère de l'Éducation et de l'Enseignement supérieur, Québec.

Where can I learn more about Université du Québec à Montréal?

Université du Québec à Montréal's official website is uqam.ca.

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