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In this article, the authors identify the prevalence, severity and possible comorbidities of students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, educated in France or in Quebec. They describe the available academic services and evaluation systems according to the educational curriculum followed. Moreover, the educational curriculum is specific to the student’s needs, which may include being schooled in a regular classroom within a regular institution, in a special needs program within this institution, or receiving academic training and services in a special needs institution. Post-secondary and university education for this population are then described. The results identify several similarities and differences experienced by both Quebec and French autistic students. In both regions an increase in prevalent rates, regular class education, and professional services are identified. The differences lie in the number of students educated, as well as the training program received by the educators.