🇨🇦 Concordia University: Tuition, Scholarships & Visa Pathway for International Students
QS 2027 #497 · CAD $30,300–42,000 a year · Montréal
Quick Facts
| Location | Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
|---|---|
| Global Ranking | #497 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (published June 2026). |
| International Students | More than 25% of the student population is international, drawn to Concordia's English-language instruction in Montreal. |
| Class 12 Minimum (Indian students) | 60 to 80% depending on programme, one of the wider and more accessible ranges among Canadian universities in this guide; a 2.70 GPA equivalent is cited for some first-year international applicants |
| English Requirement | IELTS 6.5 overall is the typical standard; Indian students who completed their last 3 years of schooling in English-medium instruction may qualify for a test waiver |
| Approx. Acceptance Rate | Not officially published; unofficial estimates range widely from ~44% to ~78% depending on the source, so treat any single figure with caution |
Tuition for International Students (2026-27)
CAD $30,300–42,000 per year (2026-27 estimate for 30 credits (Fine Arts to Business)). Source: Concordia 2026-27 per-credit rates, via SettleCanada, checked 30 October 2026. Add at least CAD $24,617 a year for living costs (study visa minimum; source below).
Scholarships
International Entrance Scholarships and merit-based awards are available for qualifying applicants, generally assessed automatically on admission.
Visa & Post-Study Work Pathway
Concordia graduates are eligible for the PGWP, and as a Quebec institution, students also have access to Quebec's own immigration streams (Quebec Skilled Worker Program / PEQ) alongside federal Express Entry.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Concordia University good for international students?
Concordia University is ranked #497 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, 17th of the 20 universities in Canada covered on VisaCalc. International tuition runs CAD $30,300–42,000 a year depending on the program. After graduating: post-Graduation Work Permit: up to 3 years after a 2+ year program (field-of-study rules apply to most college grads). Whether it is a good fit depends on your program, budget and career plans; use the cost calculator and comparison charts on this page.
What tuition does Concordia University charge international students?
CAD $30,300–42,000 per year (2026-27 estimate for 30 credits (Fine Arts to Business)), checked 30 October 2026.
What Class 12 percentage and IELTS score do I need for Concordia University?
IELTS 6.5 overall is typical, though Indian students who completed their last 3 years of schooling in English-medium instruction may qualify for a waiver. For Class 12, Concordia accepts a wider range than most Canadian universities in this guide, roughly 60 to 80% depending on the programme.
Can I work in Canada after graduating from Concordia University?
Concordia graduates are eligible for the PGWP, and as a Quebec institution, students also have access to Quebec's own immigration streams (Quebec Skilled Worker Program / PEQ) alongside federal Express Entry.
See the full Canada university landscape and visa pathway.
🇨🇦 Canada University Tiers Guide 🔗 Official Concordia University Website
Worked example: a full degree at Concordia University
An international student starting a 4-year bachelor's at the lowest fee shown, budgeting the official visa living-cost figure. Rates are converted at the 29 Oct 2026 reference rates; use the calculator above to change any assumption.
| Tuition | C$30,300 a year (lowest rate in the published range: 2026-27 estimate for 30 credits (Fine Arts to Business)) |
| Living costs | C$24,617 a year (IRCC study permit minimum for one person outside Quebec, from 1 Sept 2026 (Quebec: $24,617)) |
| Years | 4 (typical bachelor's length) |
| Total, fees flat | C$219,668 ≈ ₹1.49 crore ≈ $156,704 |
| Total if costs rise 4% a year | C$233,203 ≈ ₹1.59 crore |
| Most expensive programme, same assumptions | C$266,468 ≈ ₹1.81 crore |
The visa living-cost figure is a legal minimum, not a comfortable budget. Scholarships are not deducted.
Sources
- Concordia 2026-27 per-credit rates, via SettleCanada
- Narcity: Canadian universities in QS 2027
- CIC News: study permit funds rise to $23,448
- Exchange rates: open.er-api.com reference rates, 29 Oct 2026
How we checked this page
Fees for Concordia University come from the Concordia 2026-27 per-credit rates, via SettleCanada; the QS 2027 position from Narcity: Canadian universities in QS 2027; living costs from CIC News: study permit funds rise to $23,448. Checked on 30 October 2026. Course-level fees vary, so confirm your exact program on the official Concordia University website before paying anything. VisaCalc is independent of Concordia University. Not admissions or immigration advice.