All Levels
UdeS International Tuition Waiver Program
Master / PhD Differential fee waiver
Université de Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke, Canada
"A French-language research university in Quebec, a pioneer of co-op education"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#951 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
About Université de Sherbrooke
The Universite de Sherbrooke (UdeS) was founded in 1954 as a French-language university in Quebec's Estrie region. About 31,000 students study in nine faculties - including engineering, medicine and health sciences, law, administration and science - on the main Sherbrooke campus, the Health campus and the Longueuil campus near Montreal. UdeS is a Canadian pioneer of co-op (alternating study and paid work terms) and offers 46 bachelor's, 48 master's and 27 doctoral programmes. It is ranked #951-1000 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#951
Ranked #951-1000 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Universities Canada
Bureau de cooperation interuniversitaire (BCI)
U Sports (Vert et Or)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Université de Sherbrooke's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
8.3#
Employer Reputation
4.2#
Faculty / Student
34.2#
Citations / Faculty
14.7#
Intl. Faculty
59.8#
Intl. Students
12.5#
Intl. Research Network
54.4#
Employment Outcomes
32.1#
Sustainability
47.3#
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Key Facts
1954
Founded
About 31,000
Students
9
Faculties
61
Research Chairs
46 UG / 48 master / 27 PhD
Programmes
Popular Programs
Engineering (co-op)
Computer Science
Medicine
Business Administration
Law
Pharmacology
Physical Activity Sciences
Environment
Application Details
Fall Deadline (UG)
15 January
Medicine Deadline
1 November
Winter Deadline
1 September
Confirmation Deposit
CAD 300
Grad Programmes
Apply 6-8 months ahead
Proof of funds (Quebec)
CAD 24,617 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
French (Undergraduate)
|
TCF / DALF B2-C1 (approx.) |
|
French (Graduate)
|
C1-C2 (approx.) |
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Test name
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TCF, TFI, TEF or DELF / DALF |
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 90 - 101
Avg Scholarship
Grad tuition waivers
Career Outcomes
32%
Placement Ratio
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculties — 9
Research Chairs — 61
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
UdeS has its main campus in Sherbrooke (Estrie, about 1.5 hours east of Montreal), a Health campus, the Longueuil campus on Montreal's South Shore, and joint medical campuses in Saguenay and Moncton.
Campus Details
Main
campus Sherbrooke
Health
campus
Longueuil
(near Montreal)
Saguenay
and Moncton (medicine)
Campus Forecast
Summer high approx. 25 C
Winter high approx. -6 C
Snow Dec-Mar
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Sherbrooke rentals (affordable)
University residences
Dining
Campus cafeterias
Health & Wellness
Health insurance CAD 300 per trimester
Activities & Clubs
Vert et Or sports
Co-op work terms
Student clubs
Diversity & Demographics
Students
About 31,000
Continuing Education
About 3,000
Cost Deep-Dive
Confirmation Deposit
CAD 300
Health Insurance
CAD 300 per trimester
Tuition (Intl)
Quebec international rate
Grad Waiver
Possible (master and PhD)
CAQ + study permit
Quebec CAQ + CAD 150
Intakes & Deadlines
UdeS admits international undergraduates for Fall (apply by 15 January; Medicine by 1 November) and Winter (by 1 September). Graduate students should apply 6-8 months before the start.
Scholarships at Université de Sherbrooke
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Quebec Differential Tuition Exemption
Bachelor / Master Quebec tuition rate
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
13 years of schooling (Class 12 + 1 year) with GPA approx. 2.3-3.7 / 4.3. French B2-C1. Degrees: 3-4 years.
Postgraduate
Honours bachelor's (GPA approx. 2.7-3.1 / 4.3). French C1-C2 (approx.). Master's: 2 years.
English Proficiency
French (Undergraduate)
TCF / DALF B2-C1 (approx.)French (Graduate)
C1-C2 (approx.)Test name
TCF, TFI, TEF or DELF / DALFRequired Documents
Valid passport
Birth certificate
Academic records (all years)
French test result
Admission letter
Quebec CAQ
Proof of funds (CAD 24,617 + tuition)
CAD 300 confirmation deposit
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on usherbrooke.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 CAD 300 confirmation 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
UdeS has its main campus in Sherbrooke (Estrie, about 1.5 hours east of Montreal), a Health campus, the Longueuil campus on Montreal's South Shore, and joint medical campuses in Saguenay and Moncton.
Bachelor's
3
Université de Sherbrooke
📍 Sherbrooke
Bachelor's
Baccalaureat en genie informatique (co-op)
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📍 Sherbrooke
Bachelor's
Baccalaureat en informatique
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📍 Sherbrooke
Bachelor's
Baccalaureat en administration des affaires
Master's
2
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📍 Sherbrooke
Master's
Maitrise en genie (MSc Engineering)
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