CDE College is a private college with campuses in Sherbrooke and Montreal, Quebec, offering short AEC programmes in business administration, IT support, network management and logistics. Many international students take its English-language programmes. Note that programmes at unsubsidised private colleges in Quebec are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit.
Sherbrooke, Canada
Official website: cdeinternational.com
Private college in Quebec
Attestation of College Studies (AEC)
Sherbrooke and Montreal
CA$14,000 – CA$22,000
International students, AEC programmes
CA$11,000 – CA$14,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on cdeinternational.com before you apply.
AEC Business Administration
DiplomaDuration
15 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
AEC Network Management
DiplomaDuration
15 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
AEC IT Support
DiplomaDuration
15 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
AEC Supply Chain and Logistics
DiplomaDuration
15 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Short AEC programmes aimed at entry-level jobs.
English and French teaching.
Sherbrooke is one of Quebec's most affordable student cities.
Graduates move into office, IT support and logistics roles.
Unsubsidised private college programmes in Quebec are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit.
Learning French makes a big difference to job prospects in Quebec.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
CDE teaches from a small city building with classrooms and computer labs rather than a campus.
Sherbrooke is a French-speaking university city in the Eastern Townships, with low rent and lakes nearby. Montreal is about 90 minutes away.
Letter of acceptance from CDE College
Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ)
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
CDE accepts applications on a rolling basis. Leave six to eight months, as you need both a Quebec CAQ and a study permit.
Programmes start in January, May and September.
You need a Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) and then a Canadian study permit, supported by the letter of acceptance from CDE College. Apply online to IRCC with proof of funds and biometrics.
Business administration, network management, IT support and logistics are the main programmes. Entry needs high school completion and IELTS 5.5, or equivalent French.
CDE doesn't advertise scholarships widely. Ask the admissions team about any current discounts.
