CEGEP of Saint-Jérôme

CEGEP of Saint-Jérôme Overview

The Saint-Jérôme CEGEP, also known as Cégep de Saint-Jérôme (CSTJ), is a renowned institution for post-secondary education in Quebec's Laurentides region. It comprises three campuses, with the main campus located in Saint-Jérôme, and the other two in Mont-Tremblant and Mont-Laurier.

The college has a rich history, originating from the consolidation of multiple institutions that became public entities in 1967, coinciding with the establishment of the Quebec CEGEP system. Initially, the building served as a Catholic school managed by the sisters of Saint Anne. However, in 1970, the Cégep de Saint-Jérôme gained autonomy. It initially consisted of two wings, namely wing A, built in 1929, and wing B, constructed in 1963. Subsequently, three additional wings were added during the 1970s.

In 2007, a new wing was constructed specifically for the Centre d'études universitaires des Laurentides, a satellite campus of the Université du Québec en Outaouais. In 2017, the K wing was inaugurated to accommodate the increasing number of students at the college.

In the province of Quebec, students can earn a Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) through two types of programs: two-year pre-university studies and three-year vocational (technical) studies. The pre-university programs, spanning two years, encompass subjects that are equivalent to an additional year of high school in other parts of Canada. These programs aim to prepare students for their chosen fields at the university level. On the other hand, the technical programs require three years to complete and are designed for students interested in pursuing a skill trade. The province also offers continuing education and business services.