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Study in Montreal
This guide explains student life in Montreal, Canada, including an estimated monthly student budget of $1,066, Montreal experiences a humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and very cold, snowy winters., Study Permit guidance, 1 universities. Explore verified details for Canada below.
Student living overview
- Estimated monthly total
- $1,066
- Climate
- Montreal experiences a humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and very cold, snowy winters.
- Safety score
- 82/100
- English friendliness
- 75%
- Student visa
- Study Permit
- Work while studying
- Up to 24 hours per week off-campus during academic terms and full-time during scheduled breaks.
Estimated monthly costs in USD
- Rent$555
- Food$289
- Transport$44
- Leisure$178
Rent is for An off-campus room or a single room in UQAM university residences.
Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.
Potential advantages
- Highly affordable cost of living compared to other major Canadian cities like Toronto and Vancouver
- Vibrant, bilingual cultural scene with numerous international festivals
- Home to several world-class universities including McGill, Concordia, and UdeM
- Excellent and affordable public transit system (STM) with student discounts
Considerations
- Winters are notoriously long, freezing, and snowy
- French language proficiency is often required for off-campus jobs and long-term settlement
- High income and sales taxes compared to other North American jurisdictions
Student housing in Montreal
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