About the university
Concordia University is a public, English-language university in Montreal, formed in 1974. It has more than 48,000 students across four faculties: Arts and Science, the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science, the John Molson School of Business and Fine Arts.
Concordia is known for engineering, computer science, software engineering research and business. Its John Molson MBA is listed by The Princeton Review (2027) as Canada's best on-campus MBA, and most of its engineering and computing master's degrees offer optional paid co-op internships.
Concordia is one of the most popular Canadian universities with Indian students, especially for course-based MEng and Master of Applied Computer Science degrees, which have three intakes a year. Course-based master's tuition is fixed for your cohort.
Montreal is a bilingual city with lower rents than Toronto or Vancouver. French is the main language of the province, so some part-time jobs need French, but Concordia teaches in English.
- Founded
- 1974
- Type
- Public, English-language university in Quebec with four faculties, including the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science and the John Molson School of Business
- Total students
- 48,458 in 2025-26 (43,922 in credit courses), Concordia Fast Facts
- International students
- About 7,300–8,800 (17–20% of credit students); India is one of the top three countries of origin
- Campuses
- Sir George Williams (downtown) and Loyola (west end), both in Montreal
- Intakes
- September and January for most programmes; many course-based master's also start in May
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
=497 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master of Applied Computer Science (MApCompSc)
- Fee / year
- C$17,888
- Duration
- 2 years normal full-time (45 credits, course-based); 4- or 8-month co-op option
- Intakes
- September; January; May
- English
- IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 85 (20 in each); PTE 57; Duolingo 120 (lower scores may mean required English courses)
- Postgraduate
Master of Engineering (MEng) in Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Fee / year
- C$17,888
- Duration
- 1–2 years (45 credits, course-based); 4- or 8-month co-op option
- Intakes
- September; January; May
- English
- IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 85 (20 in each); PTE 57; Duolingo 120 (lower scores may mean required English courses)
- Postgraduate
Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering
- Fee / year
- C$17,888
- Duration
- 1–2 years (45 credits, course-based); 4- or 8-month co-op option
- Intakes
- September; January; May
- English
- IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 85 (20 in each); PTE 57; Duolingo 120 (lower scores may mean required English courses)
- Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Fee / year
- C$29,025
- Duration
- 2 years (45 credits, course-based); 4- or 8-month co-op option
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 7.0 (no part below 6.5); TOEFL iBT 90 (no part under 20); PTE 61; Duolingo 120
- Postgraduate
MSc in Business Analytics and Technology Management
- Fee / year
- C$20,211
- Duration
- 2 years (45 credits, thesis); co-op option
- Intakes
- September (deadline 1 February)
- English
- IELTS 7.0 (no part below 6.5); TOEFL iBT 90 (no part under 20); PTE 61; Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Computer Science (BCompSc)
- Fee / year
- C$38,550
- Duration
- 3–4 years (90–120 credits); co-op option
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component under 5.5); TOEFL iBT 70; PTE 50; Duolingo 105
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Software Engineering
- Fee / year
- C$38,550
- Duration
- 4–5 years (120–150 credits); co-op option
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component under 5.5); TOEFL iBT 70; PTE 50; Duolingo 105
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Computer Engineering
- Fee / year
- C$38,550
- Duration
- 4–5 years (120–150 credits); co-op option
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component under 5.5); TOEFL iBT 70; PTE 50; Duolingo 105
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Applied Computer Science (MApCompSc) | 2 years normal full-time (45 credits, course-based); 4- or 8-month co-op option | C$17,888 | ≈ ₹12 lakh |
| Master of Engineering (MEng) in Electrical and Computer Engineering | 1–2 years (45 credits, course-based); 4- or 8-month co-op option | C$17,888 | ≈ ₹12 lakh |
| Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering | 1–2 years (45 credits, course-based); 4- or 8-month co-op option | C$17,888 | ≈ ₹12 lakh |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 2 years (45 credits, course-based); 4- or 8-month co-op option | C$29,025 | ≈ ₹19.4 lakh |
| MSc in Business Analytics and Technology Management | 2 years (45 credits, thesis); co-op option | C$20,211 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Bachelor of Computer Science (BCompSc) | 3–4 years (90–120 credits); co-op option | C$38,550 | ≈ ₹25.8 lakh |
| Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Software Engineering | 4–5 years (120–150 credits); co-op option | C$38,550 | ≈ ₹25.8 lakh |
| Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Computer Engineering | 4–5 years (120–150 credits); co-op option | C$38,550 | ≈ ₹25.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Concordia University with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- Undergraduate
Entrance Scholarships
Value: Varies; Concordia does not publish international values on its scholarships page
Eligibility: Full-time students entering a bachelor's programme for the first time, ranked on their final school grades. Only selected candidates are notified.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Master's and PhD
Graduate entrance awards and funding
Value: Varies by programme; Concordia says it does not offer fully funded scholarships
Eligibility: International and domestic graduate students; thesis programmes have more funding than course-based ones.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 with a strong overall average; Concordia's published high-school minimums are a B overall and a B+ in Mathematics for Computer Science, B+ in Mathematics and Physics for Engineering, and a B in Mathematics for Commerce.
- Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission; engineering and computer science are competitive.
- International deadlines: 1 February for September and 1 August for January.
Postgraduate
- Engineering and Computer Science master's: a four-year bachelor's degree, or a three-year bachelor's plus a two-year master's.
- Other master's programmes: a four-year bachelor's, or a three-year bachelor's from a university with an NAAC 'A' rating.
- Minimum standing: first division or a B equivalent (3.00 on a 4.30 scale); some programmes ask for more.
- The MBA also needs at least two years of full-time work experience and a GMAT score, plus an interview.
- International deadlines for course-based engineering and computing master's: 1 March (September), 1 July (January), 1 November (May).
Documents
- Unofficial transcripts from every institution at application (official ones after admission)
- Degree certificate, with a certified translation if not in English or French
- English test score, unless exempt
- Statement of purpose (about 600 words) and CV (graduate)
- Two reference letters for course-based Gina Cody programmes; three for most others
- Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) and then a study permit; WES evaluation is not required
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Undergraduate 6.0 (no component under 5.5); graduate 6.5; JMSB graduate 7.0 (no part below 6.5) |
| TOEFL iBT | Undergraduate 70; graduate 86 (no part under 20); Gina Cody graduate 85; JMSB 90 |
| PTE Academic | Undergraduate 50 (46 in speaking and writing); graduate 61; Gina Cody graduate 57 |
| Duolingo English Test | Undergraduate 105 (no subscore under 90); graduate 120 |
| Exemption | Three full years of study where English was the sole language of instruction (undergraduate), or three years of university study in a listed English-speaking country (graduate) |
Accommodation and living costs
Concordia has residences on both campuses and an affiliated downtown building, CAMPUS1 MTL. Loyola residences need a mandatory meal plan. Most graduate students rent shared flats in Montreal, where Concordia estimates rent at about CAD 8,760 a year.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Loyola residence, shared double or single room2026-27 rates; meal plan of CAD 6,520 a year is mandatory | C$690–958per month | ≈ ₹46,230 – ₹64,186 |
| Grey Nuns residence (downtown), double or single room2026-27 rates | C$909–1,666per month | ≈ ₹60,903 – ₹1.1 lakh |
| CAMPUS1 MTL (affiliated), shared or private room2026-27 rates; meals extra | C$779–1,952per month | ≈ ₹52,193 – ₹1.3 lakh |
| Off-campus rent (Concordia estimate)Based on 2026 data | C$8,760per year | ≈ ₹5.9 lakh |
| Food (Concordia estimate)Based on 2026 data | C$6,698per year | ≈ ₹4.5 lakh |
Campus and location
Concordia has two campuses in Montreal. Sir George Williams is in the downtown core, with the engineering, computer science and business buildings linked to the metro. Loyola is a greener campus in the west end, connected by a free shuttle bus.
- Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science has the largest share of Concordia's international students.
- Most course-based engineering, computing and business master's offer a paid co-op internship of four or eight months.
- Montreal has a large AI and video-game industry, with research institutes such as Mila nearby.
- Montreal has an established Indian community, with temples, gurdwaras and Indian grocery stores.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Concordia's Institute for Co-operative Education runs paid co-op terms for undergraduate and master's students in engineering, computer science and business. Placements are competitive and not guaranteed. For work rights during and after study, see our Canada country guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees granted in 2025-26 | 7,922 (including 1,538 master's) | Concordia Fast Facts 2025-26 |
| Best on-campus MBA in Canada | #1 | The Princeton Review 2027, quoted on Concordia's rankings page |
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FAQs
How much does a Concordia MEng or MACS cost for Indian students?
Course-based master's in engineering and computer science cost CAD 795 per credit for the 2026-27 cohort, so a 45-credit degree is about CAD 35,775 in tuition, fixed for your programme. Compulsory fees and health insurance are extra.
Does Concordia accept a three-year Indian degree?
For engineering and computer science master's, you need a four-year degree, or a three-year degree plus a two-year master's. Other programmes may accept a three-year degree from a university with an NAAC 'A' rating.
What are Concordia's intakes?
Bachelor's programmes start in September and January. Course-based MEng and Master of Applied Computer Science degrees start in September, January and May. The MBA starts in September and January.
What IELTS score does Concordia need?
Undergraduate: IELTS 6.0 with no band under 5.5. Engineering and computing master's: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 may be accepted with required English courses). John Molson business master's: IELTS 7.0 with no part below 6.5.
Do I need a CAQ to study at Concordia?
Yes. Quebec requires a Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) before you apply for a study permit. See our Canada country guide for the visa steps.
Sources
- Concordia: undergraduate tuition rates 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia: graduate tuition rates 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia: cost of living estimates (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia Housing: rates and meal plan (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia Graduate Studies: English language proficiency (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia Graduate Studies: minimum requirements by country (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia: undergraduate English language proficiency (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia: Master of Applied Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia: MBA (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia: Fast Facts (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia: rankings (opens in a new tab)
- Concordia: scholarships (opens in a new tab)
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