Montreal is Made for Students:
A Cosmopolitan City with a Gigantic Student Population!

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Are you looking for an unforgettable experience of a lifetime? Are you looking for discovering a new path in a multicultural city? Don’t look further! Let’s study, innovate and progress and have the best experience in life!

Studying in Montreal can change the way you see the world. It can be an exciting opportunity for you to experience life – and lessons– Beyond your front door. Learn from leading teachers in world-class modern facilities that inspire innovation, progress and forward thinking.

Universities in Montreal are internationally-recognized, affordable and ready to meet the variety of educational needs of local and international students.
They offer 3- and 4-year bachelor's degrees, 2-year associate's degrees and, at the graduate level, master's and doctoral degrees.

At Hit the Books we can help you to discover a suitable program and apply! Our academic tutors and advisors would guide you to find out a suitable program and University. Let us know what your educational background and language capabilities are.

Admissions

In general, your admission depends on your educational credentials and language capabilities. However, other requirements may also apply.

With so many aspects to a University application, the process can be overwhelming. We advise you based on your individual interests and abilities.  It seems overwhelming, but don’t worry, just follow four steps!

General Deadlines

Planning and timing are important elements to consider for applying to any University in Montreal. Be aware that you need to start your process a year before.
At Hit the Books we can help you to find out the application deadlines, the academic timetable and your program availability.

Language Requirements

As your primary language is not English, you should meet proofs of proficiency with International Exams. Generally Universities require you to take IELTS or TOELF; however some Universities accept English proficiency test or language certificates from their own language schools.

Do you master English language? Do you want to apply to University or College? Our Hit The Books language tutors can help you to prepare yourself for IELTS or TOELF.

Did you take the exam and you didn’t take the required level? Don’t worry! We can help you either to re-take it, or to apply under a conditional admission with your current score.

You don’t have enough level of English to take IELTS or TOELF? Not Panic! Your potential English instructor can help you to improve your level and prepare you to take the exam!

Visa Information and Immigration:

Did you know that a study permit is a good way to stay in Canada with a status that is more stable than that of a visitor?  If you study a diploma or certificate full time, you may be allowed to work up to 20 hours per week during classes and work full time while on academic vacation. If your spouse accompanies you, he or she may be allowed to work full time while your kids may study.

Did you know that after finish your studies you may be stay in Québec permanently applying for a Permanent Residence?

At Hit the books we can help you to ensure that your immigration documents are valid and that you maintain legal status in Canada during the entire duration of your studies and stay in Canada. Also, we could help you to apply for your Permanent Residence Visa once you get your degree.

Settling in Montreal

Montreal is one of the 10 best cities in the world for students, according to the latest international rankings by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). It would be a great experience, but we understand that living in a foreign country could be overwhelming; we could help you to understand how living in Montreal is. 

Accommodation

Universities in Montreal have on-campus residences, allowing for a welcoming immersion into campus community life. In addition, there is a wide variety of affordable housing available for rent.

At Hit the books we can help you to find a place to live, according to your budget and personal preferences.

Transportation
Transportation in Montreal is convenient and inexpensive. There are many options, from bicycle public transportation to driving. In Montreal you would find plenty transportation options.