McGill University
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McGill University is in Montreal, Canada. Tuition for international students: C$54,000 (≈ US$37,900) per year (2026-27 figure). Standard entry requirements: A-levels BBC; International Baccalaureate Diploma 5 or better on each Higher and Standard Level subject. Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, TOEFL iBT 100. Applying: intake: Fall, Winter. Scholarships: 4 from the university.
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Les étudiants internationaux doivent aussi prévoir un budget pour l'assurance santé, le visa et les frais de voyage, qui ne figurent pas ici.
Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition C$54,000 per year (≈ US$37,900) (varies by programme) + housing and meals C$20,000 per year (≈ US$14,100) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 3 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. McGill Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong Entrance Scholarship: only for students from Chine, R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong. |
| Chances of admission | A-levels: BBC. International Baccalaureate Diploma: 5 or better on each Higher and Standard Level subject. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 90, Duolingo 125, PTE 65. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: 15 janv. (Application deadline) |
| Where and how students live | Montreal · 13 km from YUL airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed; housing and meals C$20,000 per year |
| Working while studying | Up to 24 hours per week during study terms (while meeting the study permit conditions); unlimited hours off campus during breaks scheduled by the school, such as summer and winter holidays. · co-op / paid work terms are part of degrees |
| After graduation | Post-graduation work permit (PGWP): up to the length of the study program (8 months to under 2 years), 3 years if the program was 2 years or more. · 92% of graduates employed or studying (2022-23) |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Aide financière et conditions pour les étudiants internationaux
| Bourses au mérite | Oui — les étudiants internationaux peuvent recevoir des bourses au mériteSources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “McGill offers merit-based entrance scholarships and need-based entrance financial aid”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All new first-year students are eligible to apply, regardless of their citizenship.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Niveau d'anglais | Test d'anglais obligatoire, sauf dispense
Sources (7)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “The language of instruction at McGill University is English. If you don't meet one of the exemptions listed below, you will need to complete an English proficiency test as part of your application.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (incl. Dietetics & Human Nutrition), Architecture, Arts, B.A. & Sc., Education, Engineering, Nursing, Physical & Occupational Therapy, Religious Studies, Science, Social Work | 90* | 4.5*”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Reading: 4.5 Listening: 4.5 Writing: 4.5 Speaking: 4.0”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Reading: 21 Listening: 21 Writing: 21 Speaking: 21”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“IELTS (International English Language Testing System) – Academic version A band score of 6.5 or better; individual component scores of 6.0 or better.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Duolingo English Test (DET) Score of 125 or better (130 for B.Ed. (TESL), B.Com.) (updated September 2022).”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Pearson Test of English – Academic Please arrange for your electronic results to be sent to McGill directly by Pearson. Overall score of 65 or better; individual component scores of 60 or better”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Degree programmes taught in English | YesSources (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “The language of instruction at McGill University is English.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Bourses pour les étudiants de première année
McGill Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong Entrance Scholarship
- Who can receive it: Students from Chine, R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong
- Amount: C$10,000 (≈ US$7,000) en une fois
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (3)
“One-year entrance scholarships of $10,000”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“McGill Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong Entrance Scholarship This is an entrance scholarship specifically for undergraduate applicants who are Chinese citizens or Hong Kong permanent residents (holding valid Hong Kong S.A.R. identity document), applying from the Chinese Mainland or Hong Kong S.A.R. Applicants who hold Canadian Permanent Residence are not eligible.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“A separate application is required soon after submission of your application for admission. The application is available on the Undergraduate Admission Portal and must be submitted by the entrance scholarship deadline.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Major Entrance Scholarship
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- Amount: C$3,000 (≈ US$2,100) / an
- Renewal: Renouvelable — up to 4 years
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (4)
“Major entrance scholarships (value: $3,000, $5,000, $10,000 or $12,000 renewable)”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“$12,000 scholarships are only available to Canadian citizens or legal permanent residents of Canada.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Major entrance scholarships are renewable up to 3 or 4 years provided criteria for renewal are met”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“A separate application is required soon after submission of your application for admission.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12One-year Entrance Scholarship
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- Amount: C$3,000 (≈ US$2,100) en une fois
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (3)
“One-year entrance scholarships (value: $3,000)”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All applicants to McGill undergraduate degree programs are automatically considered for a one-year entrance scholarship provided they meet the minimum academic requirements”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“These scholarships are awarded solely on the basis of academic achievement, so no separate application is required”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12McGill Entrance Bursary Program
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- Financial need: Required
- Renewal: Renouvelable — up to 4 years
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (4)
“Our need-based Entrance Bursary Program supports students from low- to modest-income families.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Financial need is considered for all McGill students, including international students.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“We offer a limited number of entrance bursaries which are renewable and tenable until completion of an undergraduate degree (up to a maximum of four years) provided the criteria for renewal are met (financial need and academic standing).”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The Entrance Bursary application can be found on the My Financial Aid and Awards menu on Minerva.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Bachelor of Arts (BA) Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Arts (BA)”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The tuition listed below is for international students who are admitted and enrolled as of Fall 2026.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The tuition listed below is for international students who are admitted and enrolled as of Fall 2026.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The tuition listed below is for international students who are admitted and enrolled as of Fall 2026.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Science (BSc) Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Bachelor of Science (BSc)”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The tuition listed below is for international students who are admitted and enrolled as of Fall 2026.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | Fall, Winter Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Estimated dates for release of admission decisions for September 2027”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Admission for undergraduate students to the January (Winter) semester at McGill is limited.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “All applicants (unless exempt) must demonstrate the required level of English proficiency prior to admission to McGill, regardless of citizenship status or country of origin.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Global Engineering: Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “As part of the universities' application process, you are required to submit a personal statement detailing why you have chosen to apply to the Bachelor of Global Engineering (BGE) program.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Bachelor of Social Work: Teacher recommendation: Required ×2 (reference) Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If applying to the School of Social Work, you must submit:”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Two social work-related confidential letters of recommendation from individuals who have direct knowledge of your performance in a helping capacity or your potential in the field of social work.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (fall 2027 entry)
| Application — Fall intake | 15 janv.Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Applicants from high schools outside Canada For admission in 2027-2028”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Application for admission January 15 (online via future.mcgill.ca/apply)”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Scholarship application — Fall intake | 21 janv.Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Applicants from high schools outside Canada For admission in 2027-2028”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Major Entrance Scholarship January 21”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Bachelor of Arts (BA): C$54,000 per year (≈ US$37,900) (2026–27 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | C$20,000 per year (≈ US$14,100) (2026–27 figure) |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Student health insurance | C$1,155 per year (≈ US$811) (2025–26 figure) |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | C$23,448 per year (≈ US$16,500) (reference) |
Sources (11)
“2026-2027 Tuition Rates - International Undergraduate Students”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Bachelor of Arts (BA)”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The tuition listed below is for international students who are admitted and enrolled as of Fall 2026.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Tuition / 54,000.00”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Quick View of Undergraduate Tuition and Fees for Academic Year 2026-2027”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Housing & Meal Plans (CDN)”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Residences: $20,000”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“International Health Insurance / 1,155.00”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“** Health and dental insurance are shown at the 2025-26 rates; the rates may change for 2026-27.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“If you apply on or after September 1, 2026 All provinces and territories except Quebec Number of family members (including the applicant) Amount required per year (excluding tuition and transportation costs) (in CAN$) 1 $23,448”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“This chart tells you how much money you will need to support yourself and your family members in Canada for the first year of your program of studies.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-11; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “McGill is pleased to guarantee residence accommodation to all newly admitted undergraduate students”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“starting their first year of university studies”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Up to 24 hours per week during study terms (while meeting the study permit conditions); unlimited hours off campus during breaks scheduled by the school, such as summer and winter holidays. government rule Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “You can work up to 24 hours per week. You can work more than 1 job to make up these hours as long as you continue to meet the conditions of your study permit.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“If you’re working during a break scheduled by your DLI, such as summer and winter holidays, or a reading week, you can work unlimited hours off campus”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 24 government rule Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “You can work up to 24 hours per week. You can work more than 1 job to make up these hours as long as you continue to meet the conditions of your study permit.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Co-op / paid work terms built into degrees | Yes Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Students in the Mining, Materials, and Software Engineering Co-op programs gain paid real-world experience through mandatory co-op work terms.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Post-graduation work permit (PGWP): up to the length of the study program (8 months to under 2 years), 3 years if the program was 2 years or more. government rule Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If your program was 2 years or more We may give you a PGWP that’s valid for 3 years.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“If your program was at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years We may give you a PGWP that’s valid for up to the same length as your study program.”www.canada.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Accelerated bachelor's + master's programme | Yes Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “This track is an early-admission process that allows strong McGill undergraduates to move directly into a M.Sc. or M.A. program offered by a department in the Faculty of Science after completing their B.Sc.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“This offers the opportunity to complete a Master's degree sooner, with a U3 course selection tailored to the needs of the research project being planned.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Graduates employed or in further study (college survey) | 92% (2022–23 figure) Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “In May 2025, the online, confidential, bilingual survey was sent to over 5700 undergraduate alumni from the class of 2023.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“The vast majority (92%) of graduates are employed or pursuing further education with the remainder job searching or taking a gap year for personal or professional reasons.”www.mcgill.ca ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Lieu
| City / state | Montreal |
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| Nearest major airport | Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), about 13 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q201492 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).