History
Since its founding, Université Laval has been training, equipping, and guiding the decision makers who grapple with the major issues of society.
Education
Programs of study cover all fields of knowledge, from medicine, administration and law, to engineering, arts and music. Moreover, Université Laval offers several exclusive programs in disciplines such as geomatics, agriculture, and forestry. A UL diploma will help turn you into an in-demand professional with a bright future ahead.
A well-rounded university:- Some 500 programs
- Renowned mobility and exchange programs
- 5 study profiles: Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurial, International, Honours and Research
- Custom, continuing, and distance education programs
Research
Université Laval can count on over 1 300 professors who are committed to advancing knowledge through research.
With its numerous research groups and chairs, Université Laval is a member of the U15, a group representing Canada’s top research-intensive universities.
PhD Programmes
Laval University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Laval University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
DFL Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
50000 CAD
Deadline
Not specified
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12700 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2025
Study in Canada Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 CAD
Deadline
05 Dec 2024
Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
04 Mar 2025
Global Korea Scholarship for Graduate Degrees
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
100000 USD
Deadline
30 Oct 2024
CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
10 Oct 2024
Traditional Fulbright Canada Student Awards
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
11100 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2025
Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program (CFSP)
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2024
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS)
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
15 May 2024
Nora's Nursery Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 CAD
Deadline
Anytime
Niara Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1600 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2024
Mozida African Master Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
25 Aug 2024
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
251
2023
251
2022
251
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2023
301
2022
301
2021
301
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
441 -8
2023
433 -19
2022
414
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
-
2023
397 -43
2022
354
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Student services
Université Laval offers an impressive array of services to make life easier for its students, including these :
- Library
- Student assistance centre
- Assistance for international students
- Daycare centres
- Transportation
- Food services
Housing services
Linked to other campus buildings by underground tunnels, Université Laval residences offer affordable accommodation on-campus that's close to the center of the city, tourist attractions, and shopping malls. What's more, our residence life team provides information and assistance and organizes activities to enhance the quality of life for residents.
At $341 per month, a room in residence is a budget-friendly choice that's great for studying and comes complete with a host of amenities.
Library services
The Library is central to the mission of teaching and research at Université Laval. With close to six million documents, the Library provides access to an ever-increasing amount of relevant and updated information for all the disciplines taught at Université Laval.
Campus life
Université Laval and Québec City offer a rich and stimulating environment where you'll feel right at home.
- You'll be amazed at all the social and cultural events taking place on campus.
- Energy to spare? The variety and vigour of sports activities is suited to everyone's tastes.
- Need a place to live during your studies? Visit our housing page.
- Ready to be charmed? Taste life in Québec City, a cultural center with more than 400 years of history.
- At Université Laval, you will be well cared for! Discover all the services at your disposal.
- Want to get involved and share your ideas? There are 225 student associations to meet your needs!
Sports facilities
Among the modern amenities of the PEPS, you will find
- A modern training room on three floors
- 2 Olympic-size pools
- An indoor stadium (running track, climbing walls, tennis courts)
- An indoor soccer stadium
- An arena with two skating rinks
- An outdoor stadium that seats 18,000 spectators
- Outdoor courts and playing fields (tennis, softball, soccer, beach volleyball, golf, etc.)
- Indoor facilities for martial arts, dance, racquetball, spinning, squash, yoga, etc.
- Health clinics (acupuncture, kinesiology, massage therapy, sports medicine, physiotherapy, etc.)
- Activities
Student clubs
Université Laval has over 255 student associations, the two main ones being
- CADEUL, the association that represents all undergraduate students, defends student rights and ensures quality courses
- ÆLIES, the graduate students association, which defends the rights and interests of graduate students, organizes debates and promotes student research through an annual knowledge dissemination competition.
FSA ULaval is in fact the first non-English-speaking university to be awarded AACSB accreditation. These accreditations are given in recognition of the high quality of our education, research and pedagogical innovation.