All Levels
Exemption Scholarship from Differential Tuition
Bachelor / Master Pay Quebec tuition rate
Laval University
Quebec City, Canada
"The oldest French-language university in North America, in Quebec City"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#526 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
About Laval University
Universite Laval was founded in 1852 and traces its roots to the Seminaire de Quebec of 1663, making it the oldest French-language university in North America. It is a U15 research university in Quebec City with about 43,000-47,000 students, 17 faculties and around 500 programmes, and more than 1,600 research professors. Most teaching is in French, so international students usually need a French test (TCF). Its campus in Sainte-Foy has 30+ buildings linked by 10 km of underground walkways. Alumni include Prime Ministers Louis St. Laurent, Brian Mulroney and Jean Chretien.
Rankings & Recognition
#526
Ranked #=526 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities
Universities Canada
Association of Commonwealth Universities
CARL
UArctic
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Laval University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
23.4#
Employer Reputation
9.8#
Faculty / Student
27.5#
Citations / Faculty
26.1#
Intl. Faculty
56.4#
Intl. Students
47.2#
Intl. Research Network
81.3#
Employment Outcomes
45.3#
Sustainability
84.9#
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Key Facts
1852
Founded
29,073
Total Students (QS)
5,283
International Students
2,555
Faculty
17 / about 500
Faculties / Programmes
Popular Programs
Software Engineering
Computer Science
Business Administration (MBA)
Agri-Food Sciences
Forestry
Medicine
Law
Electrical Engineering
Application Details
Language of Study
French (TCF required)
Fall Deadline (Intl)
1 February (approx.)
Application Fee
Approx. CAD 100
Quebec Permit
CAQ before study permit
Proof of funds (Quebec)
CAD 24,617 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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TCF (most programmes)
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361+ (approx.) |
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TCF written expression
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8+ (approx.) |
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TCF (MBA)
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600, writing 14 (approx.) |
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DELF / TEF / TFI
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Accepted (with writing) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + CAQ)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
Approx. CAD 100
Avg Scholarship
Quebec-rate tuition exemption
Career Outcomes
50%
Placement Ratio
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty (QS) — 2,555
International Staff — 22%
Research Professors — 1,600+
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Notable Alumni
Louis St. Laurent (Prime Minister)
Brian Mulroney (Prime Minister)
Jean Chretien (Prime Minister)
Campus & Location
Laval's main campus is in the Sainte-Foy area of Quebec City: 1.2 square km, 30+ buildings linked by 10 km of underground walkways, with large green spaces.
Campus Details
Sainte-Foy
campus
Quebec
City; 10 km of tunnels
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence approx. CAD 5
400 - 9
640 / year
Dining
Campus cafeterias and food courts
Health & Wellness
Health insurance approx. CAD 900 / year
Activities & Clubs
Rouge et Or sports
250+ clubs
Winter carnival
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students (QS)
29,073
International
5,283
Undergraduate
72.6%
Postgraduate
27.4%
Cost Deep-Dive
UG Tuition (Intl, 30 cr)
CAD 28,233 / year
Course-based Master (Intl)
CAD 22,724 / year
Research Master (Intl)
CAD 18,128 / year
PhD (with exemption)
CAD 3,543 / year
UG Total Budget
CAD 46,863 - 51,103 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Laval admits in Fall (September), Winter (January) and Summer (May); limited-enrolment programmes for Fall 2027 close earlier. Apply about 8-10 months ahead (Fall deadline about 1 February, approx.) because the CAQ and study permit take 4-6 months.
Scholarships at Laval University
4 scholarships available
All Levels
Exemption from Supplemental Tuition Fees
Bachelor / Master Priority fields (IT, engineering, health)
All Levels
Excellence, merit-based
Citizens of the World Excellence Scholarship
PhD
Doctoral Tuition Exemption
Automatic for full-time doctoral
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 (CBSE / ISC / State) with good grades in programme subjects; most courses are in French, so TCF (about 361+, approx.) or French immersion is needed. Bachelor's degrees 3-4 years.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree, usually 3.0+ GPA (about 70%+); French proficiency (TCF; MBA about 600, approx.). Master's 2 years; PhD 3-4 years with automatic tuition exemption.
English Proficiency
TCF (most programmes)
361+ (approx.)TCF written expression
TCF (MBA)
600, writing 14 (approx.)DELF / TEF / TFI
Accepted (with writing)Required Documents
Valid passport
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
TCF / DELF French test
Letter of admission
Quebec CAQ
Proof of funds (CAD 24,617 + tuition)
Statement of purpose
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on ulaval.ca.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
3
Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
4
CAQ
Apply for the Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) with your LOA.
5
Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
6
Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
Laval's main campus is in the Sainte-Foy area of Quebec City: 1.2 square km, 30+ buildings linked by 10 km of underground walkways, with large green spaces.
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