
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
The University of Montreal (UdeM) was established in 1878 in Quebec, Canada, with its main campus in Mount Royal. It is one of the top universities in Canada and is currently ranked 116th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2023.
The University of Montreal is made up of 14 departments focusing on over 500 courses in health, law, music, humanities, medicine, and natural science. Full list of departments:
- Arts and Science
- Dentistry
- Education
- Environmental Design
- Kinesiology
- Law
- Medicine
- Music
- Optometry
- Nursing
Students are taught in French at Montreal University and each year the University attracts $500 million in research funding, making it one of the most influential research universities in the country.
The University has around 70,000 students enrolled, of which 10,000 are international. 73% of its students are studying undergraduate programs, and 27% are graduates (the highest proportion in Canada). The University of Montreal is ranked third among the best 50 research institutes in Canada by Research Info.
Services
The University of Montreal will assist international students at every step of their journey via Student Life services. This includes support on financial aid, orientation, medical need, mental health issues and career advice.

Rankings
- 141st in QS World University Rankings 2024
- 134th in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023
- 191-200 in QS Graduate Employability Ranking
- 111th in THE World University Rankings 2023
- 42nd in THE Impact Rankings 2023
- 126-150 in THE World Reputation Rankings 2022
Accommodation
At the University of Montreal, there are three housing options for international students - residences, off-campus housing, and UdeM bachelor apartments. University residences are only available for students who opt for full-time courses.
For students looking for an off-campus housing facility, visit UdeM's Bureau logbook, which contains information regarding apartments and rooms near the university. Remember, there are a handful of residence options, even off campus.

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