UdeM exemption scholarship for international students
Are you from abroad? Take advantage of the exemption from tuition fees charged to international students thanks to the scholarship program set up by UdeM.
International tuition fee exemptions
The UdeM exemption scholarship program is designed to support international candidates in their university studies. Since the fall of 2020, it is possible to benefit from an exemption from the tuition fees normally charged to international students.
The goal of this program is to help the best talent from all countries attend one of the finest francophone research universities in the world. In turn, these international students will help fulfil our educational mission by enriching the cultural diversity of the Université de Montréal community.
Who can benefit from the exemption scholarship program?
The UdeM exemption scholarship is intended for international students (except French and French-speaking Belgian students).
To be eligible, the candidate must:
- Have received an offer of admission to a study program at UdeM (as of Fall 2020)
- Not be enrolled in an independent study program or short undergraduate program as of the Winter 2024 session, e.g., certificate, major, minor, short program or preparatory year program for university studies
- Have valid study authorizations (CAQ and study permit) for all sessions of their study program
- Be continuously enrolled full time (unless absence is approved) for their entire study program
- Not benefit from another form of tuition fee exemption
If one of the above conditions is not met, the UdeM exemption scholarship may be withdrawn.
Amount of the scholarship
Fees for the 2024-2025 academic year. Please note that the amounts indicated below are in Canadian dollars.
You could benefit from the UdeM exemption scholarship if you are admitted to a degree program, namely a bachelor's degree.
The excellence of your academic record is the only evaluation criterion to determine the value of the scholarship. This assessment is made based on the transcripts provided during the admission application. The results of the assessment will determine the amount to which you may be entitled. If after the assessment, your file does not qualify for level A or B, you will not benefit from the UdeM exemption scholarship.
| Level | Amount/credit | Amount/session, full time (equivalent to 15 credits) | Amount/year (2 sessions), full time (equivalent to 30 credits) |
| A | $458.02 | $6,870.30 | $13,740.60 |
| B | $218.28 | $3,274.20 | $6,548.40 |
Current students maintain their acquired rights. For more information or to find out the amounts granted admission starting in Fall 2020 or earlier, refer to the Office of the Registrar.
The amount of the scholarship is deducted from the tuition fees.
To support you in your graduate studies, a partial exemption scholarship from the additional tuition fees normally charged to international students is available.
| Particularity | Amount/credit | Amount/session, full time (equivalent to 15 credits) | Amount/year (3 sessions), full time (equivalent to 45 credits) |
| Research | $336.66 | $5,050.00 | $15,150.00 |
| Non-research | $239.75 | $3,596.25 | $10,788.75 |
For the writing and correction sessions, the same tuition fees as those charged to Québec students will be applied.
The amount of the scholarship is deducted from the tuition fees.
To support you in your graduate studies, a complete waiver of the additional tuition fees normally charged to international students is available.
This exemption bursary allows you to benefit from the same tuition fees as Québec graduate studies students.
| Amount/credit | Amount/session, full time (equivalent to 15 credits) | Amount/year (3 sessions), full time (equivalent to 45 credits) |
| $ 509,08 | $ 7 636,20 | $ 22 908,60 |
The amount of the scholarship is deducted from the tuition fees.
How to receive the exemption scholarship?
1. Apply for admission
Before completing the application form, make sure you respect the application deadlines and check the admissions requirements for the study programs of your interest.
2. Follow-up on your file and receive an offer of admission
After submitting your application, you'll be able to consult your application and receive your admission notice in your Centre étudiant. You don’t have to apply for a UdeM Exemption Scholarship. Candidates will be evaluated to determine their eligibility and the amount of their exemption scholarship.
3. Receive the notice of award with the amount
After receiving your admissions offer, Université de Montréal will inform you by email of the amount of the scholarship to which you are entitled. Print and keep this document in a safe place. It will be useful for future reference.
Need more details about this scholarship?
These resources can help you
Get in touch with the Office of the Registrar (page in French)
Learn more about study costs
Resources and advice on financing your studies
