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Undergraduate
Information on how to apply can be found on the Undergraduate Admissions website.
Following successful payment of your application fee, you should receive an e-mail acknowledgment within 3 to 5 days, confirming that your application has been received. This email will contain your assigned McGill ID number. Before starting your application it is highly recommended that you review all admission and application requirements for your chosen program of study. It is your responsibility to ensure all items are completed and submitted within the posted deadlines.
Graduate
Information on how to apply for graduate studies can be found on the Future Graduate Students website.
Continuing Studies
For programs offered in the School of Continuing studies please refer to their website.
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate applicants:
Admission requirements vary depending on your educational background and the category of admission requested. McGill University accepts students from a wide variety of academic backgrounds, including Quebec CEGEPs, high schools in other Canadian provinces, the U.S. and internationally, as well as applicants from other universities and colleges. Admission decisions are based on your academic record, as well as performance in prerequisite courses, depending on the program.
Detailed information regarding the specific prerequisites and deadlines that would apply to your applicant category and program choice can be found on the Applying to Undergraduate Studies. Prospective applicants can also refer to admission standards from previous year.
Graduate applicants:
Graduate admission requirements vary depending on the program to which you are applying and your educational background. Admission to graduate studies is highly competitive and also depends on the admissions requirements of the academic unit and the availability of resources such as supervision, funding, laboratory space, class size, etc. Details are found here.
Academic Programs
McGill offers over 300 programs of study at the undergraduate and graduate level, as well as through the School of Continuing Studies.
Please view our current eCalendar for all of the program options.
Scholarships
Please be advised that you can only apply for a scholarship if you apply for admission to McGill.
• Information on admissions
• Information on scholarships
Specifically, the variety of scholarships available will be found on the following websites:
• Scholarships and Student Aid for future undergraduate students
• Entrance Scholarship minimum requirements
•Other funding
Qui est mon conseiller pédagogique?
Les étudiants de certains diplômes et programmes se voient attribuer un conseiller pédagogique précis dans leur faculté ou leur programme; il y a des diplômes et des programmes où ce n’est pas le cas.
Vous pouvez en savoir davantage sur les types de conseillers en visitant le site Web de conseillance pédagogique. L’Annuaire des conseillers est une bonne ressource pour vous aider à trouver votre (vos) conseiller(s) pédagogique(s) et à communiquer avec lui (eux).
Si on vous a attribué un conseiller précis d’une faculté ou d’un programme, le nom de votre conseiller apparaît en haut de votre relevé de notes non officiel dans Minerva (sous le menu Dossiers des étudiants).
Si vous n’êtes pas inscrit à un diplôme ou un programme avec conseillers désignés, vous pouvez rencontrer l’un des conseillers pédagogiques de votre faculté ou programme.
Certains étudiants ont plus d’un conseiller (par exemple, si vous êtes inscrit au B.A., vous aurez un conseiller pour chacun des programmes de majeure, mineure et baccalauréat spécialisé), tandis que d’autres rencontrent le même conseiller pour toutes les questions liées à leur diplôme ou programme d’études (par exemple, si vous êtes étudiant au B. Sc. en sciences infirmières, vous devez contacter votre conseiller en sciences infirmières pour toute question).
Frais d'admission
Les frais pour le traitement d'une demande d'admission à l’Université McGill se trouve ici. Tous les candidats doivent compléter la demande d'admission en ligne et soumettre le paiement par carte de crédit. Pour connaître les étapes à suivre pour soumettre une demande d'admission à McGill, cliquer ici.
Tuition
Tuition rates for the majority of programs at McGill University are set by the Québec Government. Please see our Tuition and fees section of our website for the latest tuition rates. To give you an estimate of your annual tuition and fees, select either the Undergraduate Fee, Graduate Fees or Continuing Studies Fee tab in the grey column on the left-hand side of the page to bring up the Fee Calculators.
English Language Requirements
Tuition
Tuition rates for the majority of programs at McGill University are set by the Québec Government. Please see our Tuition and fees section of our website for the latest tuition rates. To give you an estimate of your annual tuition and fees, select either the Undergraduate Fee, Graduate Fees or Continuing Studies Fee tab in the grey column on the left-hand side of the page to bring up the Fee Calculators.
Admissions Office
Service Point is the student-facing customer-service arm of McGill University. This department provides administrative services and admission assistance to Undergraduate students, Graduate students, Postdocs, Alumni, Prospective students, Applicants, Guests, and Parents.
Service Point is located at 3415 McTavish Street. Click here for additional contact information.
For the School of Continuing Studies, students can visit the Client Services office on the 11th floor of 688 Sherbrooke Street West. Click here for additional contact information.
Undergraduate
Information on how to apply can be found on the Undergraduate Admissions website.
Following successful payment of your application fee, you should receive an e-mail acknowledgment within 3 to 5 days, confirming that your application has been received. This email will contain your assigned McGill ID number. Before starting your application it is highly recommended that you review all admission and application requirements for your chosen program of study. It is your responsibility to ensure all items are completed and submitted within the posted deadlines.
Graduate
Information on how to apply for graduate studies can be found on the Future Graduate Students website.
Continuing Studies
For programs offered in the School of Continuing studies please refer to their website.
Academic Programs
McGill offers over 300 programs of study at the undergraduate and graduate level, as well as through the School of Continuing Studies.
Please view our current eCalendar for all of the program options.
Contact Information
To find a staff member, search our online staff directory.
To contact a department, visit the Faculties and Schools site.
Admissions Office
Service Point is the student-facing customer-service arm of McGill University. This department provides administrative services and admission assistance to Undergraduate students, Graduate students, Postdocs, Alumni, Prospective students, Applicants, Guests, and Parents.
Service Point is located at 3415 McTavish Street. Click here for additional contact information.
For the School of Continuing Studies, students can visit the Client Services office on the 11th floor of 688 Sherbrooke Street West. Click here for additional contact information.
What admission documents do I need to submit?
The documents required in an application depend on the program an applicant has applied to as well as their educational background. You can review the Undergraduate Admissions website to determine which documents you'll need to provide. Certain programs may require additional supporting documents (such as personal statements or letters of reference). All applicants are required to submit proof of English proficiency.
Graduate applicants can refer to the Future Graduate Students website for more information on required supporting documents to be included in the application, which include transcripts and letters of reference/recommendation. Visit your program page for detailed information on additional program-specific documents (e.g., statement of purpose/personal statement, writing sample, application for assistantship, C.V.).
Tuition
Tuition rates for the majority of programs at McGill University are set by the Québec Government. Please see our Tuition and fees section of our website for the latest tuition rates. To give you an estimate of your annual tuition and fees, select either the Undergraduate Fee, Graduate Fees or Continuing Studies Fee tab in the grey column on the left-hand side of the page to bring up the Fee Calculators.
Official eTranscript
McGill students and alumni or former students who were registered or graduated from McGill as of 1972 or later can request Electronic Official Transcripts (eTranscripts) in PDF format to send to educational institutions, employers, funding agencies, immigration authorities, or any third party.
Review the Student Records website for additional information.
English Language Requirements
Programmes d’études
McGill offre plus de 300 programmes d’études de premier cycle et des cycles supérieurs, ainsi que par l’intermédiaire de l’École d'éducation permanente.
Veuillez consulter l’annuaire électronique pour connaître tous les programmes offerts.
What admission documents do I need to submit?
The documents required in an application depend on the program an applicant has applied to as well as their educational background. You can review the Undergraduate Admissions website to determine which documents you'll need to provide. Certain programs may require additional supporting documents (such as personal statements or letters of reference). All applicants are required to submit proof of English proficiency.
Graduate applicants can refer to the Future Graduate Students website for more information on required supporting documents to be included in the application, which include transcripts and letters of reference/recommendation. Visit your program page for detailed information on additional program-specific documents (e.g., statement of purpose/personal statement, writing sample, application for assistantship, C.V.).
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate applicants:
Admission requirements vary depending on your educational background and the category of admission requested. McGill University accepts students from a wide variety of academic backgrounds, including Quebec CEGEPs, high schools in other Canadian provinces, the U.S. and internationally, as well as applicants from other universities and colleges. Admission decisions are based on your academic record, as well as performance in prerequisite courses, depending on the program.
Detailed information regarding the specific prerequisites and deadlines that would apply to your applicant category and program choice can be found on the Applying to Undergraduate Studies. Prospective applicants can also refer to admission standards from previous year.
Graduate applicants:
Graduate admission requirements vary depending on the program to which you are applying and your educational background. Admission to graduate studies is highly competitive and also depends on the admissions requirements of the academic unit and the availability of resources such as supervision, funding, laboratory space, class size, etc. Details are found here.
What admission documents do I need to submit?
The documents required in an application depend on the program an applicant has applied to as well as their educational background. You can review the Undergraduate Admissions website to determine which documents you'll need to provide. Certain programs may require additional supporting documents (such as personal statements or letters of reference). All applicants are required to submit proof of English proficiency.
Graduate applicants can refer to the Future Graduate Students website for more information on required supporting documents to be included in the application, which include transcripts and letters of reference/recommendation. Visit your program page for detailed information on additional program-specific documents (e.g., statement of purpose/personal statement, writing sample, application for assistantship, C.V.).
Scholarships
Please be advised that you can only apply for a scholarship if you apply for admission to McGill.
• Information on admissions
• Information on scholarships
Specifically, the variety of scholarships available will be found on the following websites:
• Scholarships and Student Aid for future undergraduate students
• Entrance Scholarship minimum requirements
•Other funding
Official eTranscript
McGill students and alumni or former students who were registered or graduated from McGill as of 1972 or later can request Electronic Official Transcripts (eTranscripts) in PDF format to send to educational institutions, employers, funding agencies, immigration authorities, or any third party.
Review the Student Records website for additional information.
Contact Information
To find a staff member, search our online staff directory.
To contact a department, visit the Faculties and Schools site.
Scholarships
Please be advised that you can only apply for a scholarship if you apply for admission to McGill.
• Information on admissions
• Information on scholarships
Specifically, the variety of scholarships available will be found on the following websites:
• Scholarships and Student Aid for future undergraduate students
• Entrance Scholarship minimum requirements
•Other funding
Scholarships
Please be advised that you can only apply for a scholarship if you apply for admission to McGill.
• Information on admissions
• Information on scholarships
Specifically, the variety of scholarships available will be found on the following websites:
• Scholarships and Student Aid for future undergraduate students
• Entrance Scholarship minimum requirements
•Other funding
Admissions Office
Service Point is the student-facing customer-service arm of McGill University. This department provides administrative services and admission assistance to Undergraduate students, Graduate students, Postdocs, Alumni, Prospective students, Applicants, Guests, and Parents.
Service Point is located at 3415 McTavish Street. Click here for additional contact information.
For the School of Continuing Studies, students can visit the Client Services office on the 11th floor of 688 Sherbrooke Street West. Click here for additional contact information.
Official eTranscript
McGill students and alumni or former students who were registered or graduated from McGill as of 1972 or later can request Electronic Official Transcripts (eTranscripts) in PDF format to send to educational institutions, employers, funding agencies, immigration authorities, or any third party.
Review the Student Records website for additional information.
Official eTranscript
McGill students and alumni or former students who were registered or graduated from McGill as of 1972 or later can request Electronic Official Transcripts (eTranscripts) in PDF format to send to educational institutions, employers, funding agencies, immigration authorities, or any third party.
Review the Student Records website for additional information.
Tuition
Tuition rates for the majority of programs at McGill University are set by the Québec Government. Please see our Tuition and fees section of our website for the latest tuition rates. To give you an estimate of your annual tuition and fees, select either the Undergraduate Fee, Graduate Fees or Continuing Studies Fee tab in the grey column on the left-hand side of the page to bring up the Fee Calculators.
Scholarships
Please be advised that you can only apply for a scholarship if you apply for admission to McGill.
• Information on admissions
• Information on scholarships
Specifically, the variety of scholarships available will be found on the following websites:
• Scholarships and Student Aid for future undergraduate students
• Entrance Scholarship minimum requirements
•Other funding
Tuition
Tuition rates for the majority of programs at McGill University are set by the Québec Government. Please see our Tuition and fees section of our website for the latest tuition rates. To give you an estimate of your annual tuition and fees, select either the Undergraduate Fee, Graduate Fees or Continuing Studies Fee tab in the grey column on the left-hand side of the page to bring up the Fee Calculators.
What admission documents do I need to submit?
The documents required in an application depend on the program an applicant has applied to as well as their educational background. You can review the Undergraduate Admissions website to determine which documents you'll need to provide. Certain programs may require additional supporting documents (such as personal statements or letters of reference). All applicants are required to submit proof of English proficiency.
Graduate applicants can refer to the Future Graduate Students website for more information on required supporting documents to be included in the application, which include transcripts and letters of reference/recommendation. Visit your program page for detailed information on additional program-specific documents (e.g., statement of purpose/personal statement, writing sample, application for assistantship, C.V.).
What admission documents do I need to submit?
The documents required in an application depend on the program an applicant has applied to as well as their educational background. You can review the Undergraduate Admissions website to determine which documents you'll need to provide. Certain programs may require additional supporting documents (such as personal statements or letters of reference). All applicants are required to submit proof of English proficiency.
Graduate applicants can refer to the Future Graduate Students website for more information on required supporting documents to be included in the application, which include transcripts and letters of reference/recommendation. Visit your program page for detailed information on additional program-specific documents (e.g., statement of purpose/personal statement, writing sample, application for assistantship, C.V.).
English Language Requirements
Frais d'admission
Les frais pour le traitement d'une demande d'admission à l’Université McGill se trouve ici. Tous les candidats doivent compléter la demande d'admission en ligne et soumettre le paiement par carte de crédit. Pour connaître les étapes à suivre pour soumettre une demande d'admission à McGill, cliquer ici.
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate applicants:
Admission requirements vary depending on your educational background and the category of admission requested. McGill University accepts students from a wide variety of academic backgrounds, including Quebec CEGEPs, high schools in other Canadian provinces, the U.S. and internationally, as well as applicants from other universities and colleges. Admission decisions are based on your academic record, as well as performance in prerequisite courses, depending on the program.
Detailed information regarding the specific prerequisites and deadlines that would apply to your applicant category and program choice can be found on the Applying to Undergraduate Studies. Prospective applicants can also refer to admission standards from previous year.
Graduate applicants:
Graduate admission requirements vary depending on the program to which you are applying and your educational background. Admission to graduate studies is highly competitive and also depends on the admissions requirements of the academic unit and the availability of resources such as supervision, funding, laboratory space, class size, etc. Details are found here.
Contact Information
To find a staff member, search our online staff directory.
To contact a department, visit the Faculties and Schools site.
Tuition
Tuition rates for the majority of programs at McGill University are set by the Québec Government. Please see our Tuition and fees section of our website for the latest tuition rates. To give you an estimate of your annual tuition and fees, select either the Undergraduate Fee, Graduate Fees or Continuing Studies Fee tab in the grey column on the left-hand side of the page to bring up the Fee Calculators.
Qui est mon conseiller pédagogique?
Les étudiants de certains diplômes et programmes se voient attribuer un conseiller pédagogique précis dans leur faculté ou leur programme; il y a des diplômes et des programmes où ce n’est pas le cas.
Vous pouvez en savoir davantage sur les types de conseillers en visitant le site Web de conseillance pédagogique. L’Annuaire des conseillers est une bonne ressource pour vous aider à trouver votre (vos) conseiller(s) pédagogique(s) et à communiquer avec lui (eux).
Si on vous a attribué un conseiller précis d’une faculté ou d’un programme, le nom de votre conseiller apparaît en haut de votre relevé de notes non officiel dans Minerva (sous le menu Dossiers des étudiants).
Si vous n’êtes pas inscrit à un diplôme ou un programme avec conseillers désignés, vous pouvez rencontrer l’un des conseillers pédagogiques de votre faculté ou programme.
Certains étudiants ont plus d’un conseiller (par exemple, si vous êtes inscrit au B.A., vous aurez un conseiller pour chacun des programmes de majeure, mineure et baccalauréat spécialisé), tandis que d’autres rencontrent le même conseiller pour toutes les questions liées à leur diplôme ou programme d’études (par exemple, si vous êtes étudiant au B. Sc. en sciences infirmières, vous devez contacter votre conseiller en sciences infirmières pour toute question).
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate applicants:
Admission requirements vary depending on your educational background and the category of admission requested. McGill University accepts students from a wide variety of academic backgrounds, including Quebec CEGEPs, high schools in other Canadian provinces, the U.S. and internationally, as well as applicants from other universities and colleges. Admission decisions are based on your academic record, as well as performance in prerequisite courses, depending on the program.
Detailed information regarding the specific prerequisites and deadlines that would apply to your applicant category and program choice can be found on the Applying to Undergraduate Studies. Prospective applicants can also refer to admission standards from previous year.
Graduate applicants:
Graduate admission requirements vary depending on the program to which you are applying and your educational background. Admission to graduate studies is highly competitive and also depends on the admissions requirements of the academic unit and the availability of resources such as supervision, funding, laboratory space, class size, etc. Details are found here.
Contact Information
To find a staff member, search our online staff directory.
To contact a department, visit the Faculties and Schools site.
English Language Requirements
What admission documents do I need to submit?
The documents required in an application depend on the program an applicant has applied to as well as their educational background. You can review the Undergraduate Admissions website to determine which documents you'll need to provide. Certain programs may require additional supporting documents (such as personal statements or letters of reference). All applicants are required to submit proof of English proficiency.
Graduate applicants can refer to the Future Graduate Students website for more information on required supporting documents to be included in the application, which include transcripts and letters of reference/recommendation. Visit your program page for detailed information on additional program-specific documents (e.g., statement of purpose/personal statement, writing sample, application for assistantship, C.V.).
Contact Information
To find a staff member, search our online staff directory.
To contact a department, visit the Faculties and Schools site.
Contact Information
To find a staff member, search our online staff directory.
To contact a department, visit the Faculties and Schools site.
Scholarships
Please be advised that you can only apply for a scholarship if you apply for admission to McGill.
• Information on admissions
• Information on scholarships
Specifically, the variety of scholarships available will be found on the following websites:
• Scholarships and Student Aid for future undergraduate students
• Entrance Scholarship minimum requirements
•Other funding
Contact Information
To find a staff member, search our online staff directory.
To contact a department, visit the Faculties and Schools site.
Tuition
Tuition rates for the majority of programs at McGill University are set by the Québec Government. Please see our Tuition and fees section of our website for the latest tuition rates. To give you an estimate of your annual tuition and fees, select either the Undergraduate Fee, Graduate Fees or Continuing Studies Fee tab in the grey column on the left-hand side of the page to bring up the Fee Calculators.
Official eTranscript
McGill students and alumni or former students who were registered or graduated from McGill as of 1972 or later can request Electronic Official Transcripts (eTranscripts) in PDF format to send to educational institutions, employers, funding agencies, immigration authorities, or any third party.
Review the Student Records website for additional information.
Scholarships
Please be advised that you can only apply for a scholarship if you apply for admission to McGill.
• Information on admissions
• Information on scholarships
Specifically, the variety of scholarships available will be found on the following websites:
• Scholarships and Student Aid for future undergraduate students
• Entrance Scholarship minimum requirements
•Other funding
Undergraduate
Information on how to apply can be found on the Undergraduate Admissions website.
Following successful payment of your application fee, you should receive an e-mail acknowledgment within 3 to 5 days, confirming that your application has been received. This email will contain your assigned McGill ID number. Before starting your application it is highly recommended that you review all admission and application requirements for your chosen program of study. It is your responsibility to ensure all items are completed and submitted within the posted deadlines.
Graduate
Information on how to apply for graduate studies can be found on the Future Graduate Students website.
Continuing Studies
For programs offered in the School of Continuing studies please refer to their website.
Undergraduate
Information on how to apply can be found on the Undergraduate Admissions website.
Following successful payment of your application fee, you should receive an e-mail acknowledgment within 3 to 5 days, confirming that your application has been received. This email will contain your assigned McGill ID number. Before starting your application it is highly recommended that you review all admission and application requirements for your chosen program of study. It is your responsibility to ensure all items are completed and submitted within the posted deadlines.
Graduate
Information on how to apply for graduate studies can be found on the Future Graduate Students website.
Continuing Studies
For programs offered in the School of Continuing studies please refer to their website.
Reçus et relevés d’impôt
L'Université est tenu de préparer les reçus d’impôt fédérales et provinciales requis au plus tard à la fin du mois de Février de l'année civile précédente, (i.e. les cours suivis de Janvier dernier à Décembre). Il sera possible d'imprimer tous les relevés d'impôt dans Minerva soit par les étudiants ou soit par leurs invités.
Les reçus comprennent les frais de scolarité payés et indiquent les mois pour les études à temps plein ou des études à temps partiel. Les relevés comprendront tout revenu imposable de sources telles que bourses, montant pour assistant de recherche. Il suffit de naviguer dans le menu des comptes étudiants et puis sélectionnez le menu des reçus (Tax menu). Pour plus d'informations, consultez la documentation en ligne disponible ici.
Si vous rencontrez des problèmes avec l'impression de vos reçus, cliquez sur "Aide" dans Minerva pour une documentation en ligne. Si vous avez encore des problèmes d'impression, contactez le Point de service.
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