International students

Study abroad.Live in Montréal.

Learn English or French in one of the most welcoming bilingual cities in the world.

Why Montréal

Dreaming of learning English or French in a vibrant, welcoming city full of opportunities?

Montréal is an ideal destination for an authentic language immersion experience. At the crossroads of French- and English-speaking cultures, the city gives you the opportunity to practise your language every day, discover new cultures and experience life in a truly multicultural environment.

With its European charm, historic streets, lively terraces and North American energy, Montréal offers an environment where learning a language goes far beyond the classroom.

Study in Montréal.

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Programs

Find the program that fits you

Choose how intensively you want to learn — every program is available in English or French.

Part-Time$240

Part-Time

Morning, evening or Saturday classes, so you can enjoy Montréal the rest of your day.

4 weeksUp to 10 h / week
Intensive$960

Intensive

20 hours a week, Monday to Friday: general classes in the morning and skills workshops in the afternoon.

4 weeks20 h / week
ELC EXCLUSIVE

Intensive + AI: your teacher, 24/7

On top of your intensive classes, you get a virtual teacher available day and night to answer your questions, explain concepts in your own language and talk with you at your level.

Why choose it? You keep practising after class, so you progress faster.

Interactive exercises, videos, dialogues and a personalised practice space let you keep learning anywhere, anytime — even before you land in Montréal.

Available 24/7
Explanations in your language
The accent of your choice
Exercises, videos and dialogues
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Why choose us

Why international students choose ELC

8+Years of experience
100%Personalized experience
40%Faster learning
3Weeks to speak more fluently
Life at ELC

More than a classroom

Students, classrooms, activities, volunteering and Montréal itself: a glimpse of what your days will look like.

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Student life at ELC College
Student life at ELC College
Student life at ELC College
Student life at ELC College
Student life at ELC College
Student life at ELC College
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Accommodation

Homestay: live like a Montrealer

Stay with a welcoming local host family during your program. Living in a homestay lets you practise your English or French every day, outside the classroom, and settle into Montréal with people who know the city.

  • Practise the language every day at home
  • Discover Québec culture from the inside
  • A welcoming home base in Montréal
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Prices

Simple, transparent prices

ProgramDurationPrice
Part-Time4 weeks$240
Intensive4 weeks$960
Intensive + AI4 weeksOn request
Additional fees
  • Registration$50
  • Acceptance letter$100
  • Materials$45
How to join

Your way to ELC in 5 steps

  1. 1
    Choose your program

    Part-time, intensive or intensive + AI, in English or French.

  2. 2
    Send your application

    Fill in our request form and an advisor contacts you.

  3. 3
    Get your acceptance letter

    We prepare your acceptance letter for your travel arrangements.

  4. 4
    Prepare your trip

    Arrange your travel documents and your stay — we can help you find a homestay.

  5. 5
    Arrive and start

    Welcome to Montréal: meet your class and start learning.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

As long as you like. Our courses run in levels — 4 weeks for intensive and part-time morning classes, longer for evening and Saturday classes — and you can keep going level after level, from beginner to advanced.

Intensive courses start every Monday, and part-time sessions start throughout the year. Contact us and we will confirm the next start date for your program.

Part-time: $240 for 4 weeks. Intensive: $960 for 4 weeks. Intensive + AI: on request. Add the registration fee ($50, once), the acceptance letter ($100) and materials ($45).

Yes, we can help you find a homestay with a local host family. Contact us for availability and prices.

Click "Start your application" to fill in our request form, or contact us. An advisor will guide you through the next steps.

A valid passport and the acceptance letter we issue for your program. Depending on your country and the length of your stay, you may also need a visa, an eTA or a study permit — check the Government of Canada website or ask our team.

Yes. We offer online English and French courses, so you can start from home before coming to Montréal.

Our team is here to help: write to info@elccollege.ca, call (514) 903-3198 or use our contact page.

Start your journey today

Our team will help you choose your program and plan your stay in Montréal.

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