Diploma of College Studies (DCS) programs are primarily designed for high school graduates. They include general education courses like philosophy, language and physical education. Pre-university DCS programs (2 years) aim to prepare students for university studies, while technical DCS programs (3 years) are career-oriented and designed for students who wish to enter the workforce directly after graduation (they can also pursue their studies at university).

Attestation of College Studies (ACS) programs are more specialized programs, tailored primarily for adults looking to gain new skills or switch careers. The duration of ACS programs varies depending on the field of study, but is typically less than that of a DCS.

At LaSalle College, we have no fixed deadlines for applying to our DCS programs. Future students can apply at any time for their desired semester. Unlike public CEGEPs, which follow the SRAM admission rounds, our status as a private college allows us to accept applications year-round.

This means that if your child is not accepted in the first round of SRAM or prefers to explore other options, they can apply to LaSalle College without any issue or time constraints. We encourage early applications to secure a spot in their desired program, but we remain flexible to accommodate students throughout the year.

SRAM (Service régional d’admission du Montréal métropolitain) is a centralized application system used by many public CEGEPs in Québec. It simplifies the process for students by allowing them to apply to multiple institutions through a single platform.

The 1st round of applications refers to the initial period where students submit their applications to CEGEPs. The deadline for the 1st round is March 1st, making it a key date for future college students. If a student is not admitted in the 1st round, they can participate in the 2nd round, where remaining spots are offered to eligible applicants.

Private colleges like LaSalle College, however, operate independently of SRAM. We accept applications year-round, giving students greater flexibility to apply for their desired program at any time.

The R Score (Cote de rendement au collégial) is a metric used in Québec to evaluate a student’s academic performance at the college level. It is a standardized score calculated to compare students fairly across different programs and schools. The R Score is used primarily for university admissions to help universities select candidates for competitive programs.

The R Score considers: the student's grades, the class average as well as the class strength.

R Scores typically range from 15 to 35, with higher scores indicating stronger academic performance. A score of 25-27 is generally sufficient for most university programs, while highly competitive programs (e.g., medicine, law) often require R Scores of 32 or higher.

To interpret the result, compare the R Score to the admissions requirements of the university program your child is interested in. The higher the R Score, the more options they have for competitive programs.