Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue

About the university

The Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue (UQAT) was established in 1970 as a non-profit public education institution in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, with campuses in multiple cities. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education of Quebec, UQAT is a coeducational university with student enrollment ranging from 4,000-4,999. The university offers various programs leading to bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees across numerous areas of study. It has an acceptance rate of 100%, making it non-selective, and welcomes international students. UQAT offers various academic and non-academic services to students that include library, housing, financial aids, scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and online courses and distance learning opportunities, among other administrative services.