Concordia University in Montreal is one of Canada's largest universities and one of the most affordable major-city options for international students. It is known for engineering and computer science, the John Molson School of Business, and fine arts and film — and for a campus in the middle of downtown Montreal, one of the world's best student cities. For Pakistani students who want Canada without Toronto or Vancouver prices, Concordia is a serious option.
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Type | Public research university |
| International UG tuition 2026-27 | About CAD 29,000–42,000 a year (per credit, by faculty) |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 overall / TOEFL iBT 85 (typical; varies by programme) |
| Application | Direct application to Concordia; fall 2027 is the main intake |
| Study permit proof of funds | CAD 23,448 a year (outside Quebec, from 1 September 2026) — Quebec has its own figures |
Fees and costs
Concordia charges international undergraduates per credit, by faculty, for 2026-27: about CAD 1,160 a credit in Arts and Science, CAD 1,285 in Engineering and Computer Science, CAD 1,400 at the John Molson School of Business, and about CAD 1,010 in Fine Arts. A full-time year of 30 credits therefore costs roughly CAD 34,800 (Arts and Science), CAD 38,550 (Engineering and Computer Science) or CAD 42,000 (Business). Compulsory fees, health insurance, books and living costs are extra — budget CAD 15,000–18,000 a year for living in Montreal, which is cheaper than Toronto or Vancouver. Fall 2027 will be re-priced to the 2027-28 rate, published in April 2027.
Popular programmes
BEng Software Engineering, BCompSc Computer Science, Data Science and Cyber Security, BComm at the John Molson School of Business, and the fine arts and film programmes are the most popular with international students. Concordia's co-op programmes in engineering and computer science let students alternate study with paid work terms — a strong advantage for the Post-Graduation Work Permit and for finding a first job in Canada.
Scholarships
The Concordia International Tuition Award of Excellence is worth about CAD 39,280 over the programme — a renewable reduction towards the Quebec rate for high-achieving international undergraduates. Entrance scholarships are awarded automatically on admission for the strongest applicants, and there are separate awards for graduate students. Quebec residents and some other groups pay lower base rates, so always confirm your exact category on Concordia's official tuition pages.
Admission
Apply directly through Concordia's application portal. The main intake is fall (September) 2027; the winter 2027 undergraduate deadline closed on 1 August 2026. You will need school transcripts, proof of English (IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 85, PTE 57 or Duolingo 115 are typical minimums), and programme-specific documents such as a portfolio for fine arts. After the offer, you apply for a Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) and then for the Canadian study permit — Quebec has its own acceptance step, so start it early. IRCC's current study permit processing time from Pakistan is about 6 weeks.
FAQ
How much does Concordia cost per year? About CAD 29,000–42,000 a year in tuition for international undergraduates in 2026-27, depending on the faculty, plus living costs.
Is Montreal a good city for students? Yes — Montreal is consistently ranked among the world's best student cities, with lower rents than Toronto and Vancouver and a large international student community.
Do I need French? No. Concordia is an English-language university. French helps with daily life in Montreal and with Quebec immigration programmes, but it is not required for admission.
Figures checked 2026-11-05: 2026-27 per-credit rates CAD 1,160 Arts and Science, CAD 1,285 Engineering and Computer Science, CAD 1,400 John Molson, CAD 1,010 Fine Arts; 30-credit totals about CAD 29,000–42,000; Concordia International Tuition Award of Excellence about CAD 39,280. 2027-28 rates are published in April 2027 — confirm on Concordia's tuition pages.
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Sources and verification: Concordia University official 2026-27 tuition pages; Concordia admissions guidance.