Québec is Canada’s largest province, and it is a location unlike any other in the world, with its strong economy, distinct culture, and unrivaled quality of life. Québec is experiencing exceptional economic development, with meager unemployment rates, while welcoming immigrants from all over the world in a warm, French welcome.

Objectives

• To help vocational training facilities become more worldwide.
• To provide excellent international students the chance to attend Québec for vocational training.
• To improve a consistent offer and broad coverage of vocational training.

Key Details and Dates

Application Deadline: August 7, 2024 ( (23:59, Quebec time)

Funding Type: Scholarship and tuition fee exemption

Organizer: Quebec Ministry of Education, Éducation internationale, and Québec métiers d’avenir service

Eligible Countries: Non-Canadian and non-French citizens; priority for Francophonie member countries and key markets in Asia and the Americas

Eligible Gender: All

Target Group: International students

Field: Vocational training

Study Level: Vocational studies diploma (DVS) or DVS followed by attestation of vocational specialization (AVS)

Number of Opportunities: Approximately 84 scholarships

Duration: Varies by program (900 hours or more)

Program Language: French or English

Host Country: Canada (Quebec)

Benefits of the Scholarship

Applicants will benefit from the following benefits:

• Tuition Exemption: Full exemption from supplementary tuition fees for international students
• Medical Coverage: Provided by the Régie de l’assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)
• Scholarship Amount: Ranges from $14,000 to $26,600, depending on program duration

Note: Applicants must declare having at least CAD 3,000 for personal expenses

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of application
• Cannot be a citizen or permanent resident of Canada or France
• Must be residing outside Canada at the time of application
• Must meet admission requirements of the chosen study program
• Must demonstrate proficiency in French or English
• Should not have received a scholarship for the same or higher level of study in Quebec before
• Must not have paid a commission for application assistance
• Must not have submitted fraudulent documents previously

Required Documents

The following are the required documents for your application:

• Completed application form
• Copy of passport identification page
• Copy of birth certificate
• Copies of all diplomas and transcripts
• Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS) or proof of registration, if applicable
• Reference forms from two different people
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of scholarships or awards received
• Statement of financial capacity

Notes: 

• Incomplete, illegible, or non-compliant applications will be rejected.
• Applications with false statements or fraudulent documents will be automatically rejected.
• Candidates with fraudulent applications will be disqualified from current and future competitions.

Selection Process and Criteria

Below is the highlighted selection procedure and criteria:

• Initial Review: Applications are reviewed by the chosen educational institution
• Random Selection: May be used by Éducation internationale to limit applications
• External Evaluation: Selected files are evaluated by an external committee based on merit
• Criteria: Motivation letter (30%), academic background (30%), awards (5%), recommendations (15%), and overall application quality (20%)

How to Apply?

• Verify if you meet the eligibility criteria.
• If eligible, submit the prequalification form to receive an application link.
• Complete the application on the provided platform.
• Select one training program and training center from the listed options.
• Upload all necessary documents as part of your application.

Apply Now

For more details and information, visit the Québec métiers d’avenir website. For questions, consult their website’s general FAQ and the FAQ specific to merit scholarships.

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