Second only to Paris as the largest French-speaking city in the world, Montreal is the perfect place for French immersion programs. Students may take a range of courses at one of Montreal’s top universities or colleges while attending language classes in conjunction.

Popular Subjects to Study. Montreal is known as an important hub for design, art, film, and international business, but French is the most popular. Many of French language programs allow students to study both the French language and culture. Many of the courses include language classes daily in the heart of downtown Montreal with cultural and social activities built into the program to help students apply their language skills in fun, interesting real-life situations.

Short Term vs. Summer vs. Long Term Programs. Some of the programs are as short as a spring break or May term or as long as a season (spring, summer, fall) or full academic year. Many of the programs offer flexible start dates, but if you are interested in learning to speak French or English as a second language, look into staying for a full year (homestay programs are also a good idea).

Attending Universities vs. Other Program Types. You have plenty of options when it comes to studying in Canada — take courses through your own university, enroll in universities in Canada, or sign up for programs with a third-party provider. Some students might choose to directly enroll in McGill University or one of its many other higher education institutions in Montreal. Not sure which direction to go? Consult your university study abroad advisor to figure out which program is the best fit for you.