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Requirements for university students

University applicants
(transfer, second degree, special or visiting students)

Deadlines for admission

DEADLINES

Application from a university or college outside of Canada


Submission of supporting documents

Applicants to Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy are required to write the CASPer test. Please check test dates as soon as possible. The last available test may be before the 看片视频 application deadline. Consult the Additional supporting documents section for more information.

For programs with separate deadlines, see below.

January 15听


April 30




Application from a university in Canada


Submission of supporting documents

Applicants to Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy are required to write the CASPer test. Please check test dates as soon as possible. The last available test may be before the 看片视频 application deadline. Consult the Additional supporting documents section for more information.

For programs with separate deadlines, see below

May 1


June 1




看片视频 Financial Aid application

30 days from acceptance date

Programs with separate deadlines

Music application & documents

January 15

Religious Studies听application & documents

College affiliated applicants may be considered for admission to the fall term after this deadline听only upon recommendation of the affiliated college. Please contact the college of your affiliation for more information.听

May 1

Social Work (B.S.W.) applicants: submission of supporting documents

May 1

Accepted diplomas and review process (for all diplomas)

Transfer or Second Degree

Please note that for many of our programs Transfer/Second Degree applicants are often considered exceptionally on the basis of space available. Admission standards can vary significantly from year to year depending on demand for the program.听See below for the range of minimum CGPA for admission over the past three years. Estimated decision release dates provide an approximate timeline for when you may receive a decision.

Applicants are considered for admission on the basis of all university/college/CEGEP work and may also be considered on previous studies (applicants in the first year of university/college will normally also be reviewed on their previous high school studies). For many programs, you should present well above-average academic records and the required prerequisites (at the university/college/CEGEP level) appropriate to the program you wish to pursue at 看片视频. Particular attention will be paid to results of courses relevant to the proposed program of study.

In most cases, applicants will not be eligible for admission if applying to a program/subject in which they have already completed a degree or a significant number of courses and where they would be at risk of duplicating course work. Admitted students are expected to complete听new听course work听to what they studied at their previous institution.

The minimum residency requirement means that students are required to complete a minimum of sixty (60) credits at 看片视频 to qualify for a 看片视频 undergraduate degree, regardless of the number of credits completed previously.

To form a basis for admission for a science-based program or to be considered for credit or exemption, science and mathematics courses听must听normally have been completed within the last five years.

If you are an admitted student, your advanced standing/transfer credit** will be determined only after you have accepted the 看片视频 offer, paid the required deposit, and provided all the necessary, requested, supporting documents. (If course descriptions/syllabi for mathematics and/or science courses, are requested then these must be detailed and include the names and editions of textbooks used). Information regarding equivalencies to 看片视频 courses can be found at and at

** Please note that 看片视频 faculties and programs have varying policies regarding the granting of transfer credit for online courses/distance education completed at college/university. Currently, most programs will allow for the transfer of a maximum of six (6) 看片视频 credits, only.

A Quebec high school graduate who did not proceed to CEGEP but undertook one full year of university study outside Quebec may be eligible for admission consideration as a Transfer applicant.

Please note that courses completed at schools or institutions designed to primarily offer religious education (such as bible colleges, seminaries, or yeshivas) are normally not considered equivalent to university study.

Individuals who have undertaken studies in non-university post-secondary institutions such as technical colleges may not be eligible for admission as Transfer students.

Classes pr茅paratoires aux grandes 茅coles (CPGE):

看片视频 has a long history of admitting applicants from France; we are familiar with the structure and grading systems of the French Baccalaureate (FB) and French universities, as well as the Classes pr茅paratoires aux grandes 茅coles (CPGE). At this time, studies completed in CPGE do not serve as a basis for admission to 看片视频, even if integrated with a program leading to university credit in France.

Accordingly, 看片视频 applicants who have undertaken CPGE study are evaluated on their final French Baccalaureate results. Such applicants should apply as "Applicants from High Schools Outside Canada and the USA - French Baccalaureate" and not as "Applicants from Other Universities or Colleges and Second Bachelor Degree Applicants (鈥楾ransfers').

看片视频 is aware that Bologna reforms have changed the assignment of credit and exemptions for CPGE study at some universities in Europe. We continue to monitor developments in this regard.

Special or Visiting

Successful applicants to 看片视频 University as Special or Visiting Students are generally required to have a minimum overall 鈥淏鈥 average. In addition, grades obtained in courses relevant to the proposed program of study will be considered.

The admission of Special or Visiting Students is subject to the availability of places in a particular program, and students who present the minimum requirements are not guaranteed acceptance. Entrance to courses with enrolment limits, notably freshman-level science courses, or courses that require permission of the instructor, cannot be guaranteed. Applicants are expected to meet the same prerequisite requirements as those applying for Transfers.

Completion of courses as a Special or Visiting Student at 看片视频 University does not guarantee or improve the chances of entrance into a 看片视频 University degree program in a future year. Normally, Special and Visiting Students remain at 看片视频 University for no more than one semester or two consecutive semesters per academic career.

To qualify as a Special Student:

  • You must have received an undergraduate degree or be in the final year of an undergraduate degree program听so that you will have obtained the degree prior to beginning studies as a Special student.
  • The undergraduate degree, from a recognized college or university, must consist of 120 credits over eight semesters (or equivalent).
    If you completed a CEGEP DEC in the Province of Quebec, you must have completed 90 credits (six semesters) in a Quebec university to obtain the required degree.
  • You must have a plan of study that is acceptable to the faculty you wish to enter. Some faculties stipulate prerequisite coursework.

In addition:

  • The maximum course load is 15 credits per term for a maximum of two terms (with the exception of Architecture where the maximum course load is six credits per term).
  • Music applicants do not require a university degree but must have the necessary Music prerequisites for certain courses. Special Students in Music are not entitled to instrument or voice lessons and, therefore, are not required to audition.
  • To complete requirements for the Order of Engineers听or the Order of Architects, you must provide a referral from the appropriate 鈥極rder鈥.
  • Applicants to the Faculty of Science are expected to have a recognized undergraduate Science or Engineering degree completed in the last five years. Holders of any other undergraduate degrees will be considered on an individual basis and only if they have completed a number of advanced university-level mathematics and science courses. Frequently, Special Student applicants to听看片视频's Faculty of Science have the intention of taking mathematics or science courses to qualify eventually for admission to graduate or professional programs. However,听basic mathematics and science courses (100 and 200 level) are not open to Special Students at 看片视频. The intended 看片视频 courses must be at the 300, 400, or 500 level and must be listed on the application.
  • To take courses in English or French as a Second Language, you must obtain written permission from the Department and will be permitted entry only if there is space, after degree students have registered. A plan of study cannot consist only of E.S.L. or F.S.L. courses.
  • If applying to the B.Th. program in the Faculty of Religious Studies, you must submit two letters of reference, at least one of which should be from an instructor at an academic institution previously attended. The reference form is available at .
  • To take听Social Work courses听students must obtain written approval from the听Julia.krane [at] mcgill.ca (BSW Program Director)听before applying to 看片视频 as a Special Student. 听Normally, BSW courses are restricted to BSW degree students. However, in some instances it is permitted to take SW courses as a Special Student.听As a first step, an applicant must provide supporting documentation to the BSW Program Director, such as a referral from the Order of Social Workers of Quebec (OTSTCFQ)). If approval is obtained, the applicant can then apply to Faculty of Arts as a Special Student and include the list of requested courses. Note that all field placement courses (SWRK 322, 323, 344, 420, 421, 422) are not available to Special Students.

To qualify as a Visiting Student:

  • You are currently registered in a degree program at another university and have completed at least two semesters of study there.
  • You must submit a letter of permission from the appropriate officer of your home university approving your proposed program of study.
  • Course credits can be applied toward the program of study at your home university, depending on your home university鈥檚 policies.
  • Admission decisions on visiting applications are final and there is no appeal process

**** The Desautels Faculty of Management is not open for applications from Visiting students. ****


Programs for students with a previous university degree

You must hold an appropriate university degree (equivalent to a minimum of 16 years of schooling) to be eligible for admission to the following programs. (Note to our francophone applicants: the English word 鈥橠iploma鈥 has a different meaning than the French 'Dipl么me'. At 看片视频, a Diploma is usually a short, specialized program, which follows a Bachelor's degree.)

Certificate in Ecological Agriculture; Certificate in Food Science

For program and admission information see mcgill.ca/macdonald/prospective/degrees/post-bacc

Certificate in Inclusive Education

For program and admission information see mcgill.ca/edu-ecp/programs/prodev/certificate-inclusive-education

Diploma in Environment

The Diploma in Environment is a 30-credit program, two semesters in duration if taken full-time. This program is offered through the faculties of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts, or Science. You must hold an undergraduate degree听with a minimum CGPA of 2.7 on a 4.0 scale. A science background is required for students applying through the Faculty of Science or the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.

Diploma in Human Relationships, Diversity & Sexuality

For program and admission information see

Diploma in Meteorology

The Diploma in Meteorology is a 30-credit program, two semesters in duration if taken full-time. You must hold a B.Sc., with an appropriate background in mathematics, physics, or other suitable studies, or B.Eng. degree with good standing.听Generally, a minimum of three university-level Calculus courses is required for consideration.

Bachelor of Theology

Admission is open to candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree, whether or not it contains courses in religion or theology. A CGPA of 2.70 or higher is required for admission to the 60-credit (two-year) program. If you have a CEGEP DEC or high school diploma you may also be considered. For more information: mcgill.ca/religiousstudies/undergraduate/apply.

Prerequisites听and historical minimum CGPA (2022 鈥 2024).

As a guideline, we have listed the range听of听the lowest CGPA admitted over the last THREE years. These are historical values that are intended as a guideline and do not represent the CGPA that will be required for future admission. A notation of 鈥榗losed鈥 means that the program was not available in one or more years. Note that CGPAs equal to or better than those listed below do not guarantee admission. Admission to 看片视频 is competitive and subject to availability of space. As such, minimum grades GPA requirements can fluctuate up or down in any given year.

Agricultural & Environmental Sciences


These programs are offered at the Macdonald campus.听

Minimum prerequisites
  • One semester of calculus for science
  • Two of: biology (one semester with lab), chemistry (one semester with lab) or physics (one semester with lab)
Minimum CGPA admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

All B.Sc.(Ag.Env.Sc.) programs

2.7 2.7 2.7

Bioresource Engineering (B.Eng.(Bioresource))

2.7 2.7 2.7

Food Science (B.Sc.(F.Sc.))

2.7 2.7 2.7

Concurrent B.Sc. (B.Sc.(F.Sc.)/B.Sc.(Nutr.Sc.))

2.7 2.7 2.7

Note that in addition to an overall CGPA, results in math and science prerequisites are also reviewed.

Architecture

PREREQUISITES Minimum CGPA听admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

  • One semester of calculus (differential)
  • One semester of linear algebra
  • Two semesters of science, including physics (mechanics)

3.8

3.82

3.6

Note that in addition to an overall CGPA, results in math and science prerequisites are also reviewed.

Arts

PREREQUISITES Minimum CGPA admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

No specific courses

3.95

3.87

3.8

Education

PREREQUISITES
  • No specific prerequisites except for the following programs:
    • Applicants to the B.Ed. Secondary Mathematics: subjects must include听one semester each of differential and integral calculus.
    • Applicants to the B.Ed. Secondary Science & Technology: subjects must include听one semester each of differential and integral calculus, and two semesters of biology, chemistry and/or physics (with labs).

Additional requirements:

Applicants to the following programs must also pass a language test (see听Additional Supporting Documents).

Note:听
The language test or proof or exemption must be submitted before an admission decision can be made.

  • TESL - English test
  • TESL Greek Language and Culture - Greek test
  • Kindergarten/Elementary P茅dagogie de l鈥檌mmersion fran莽aise - French test
Minimum CGPA听admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

Kindergarten/Elementary

3.0

2.7 3.4

Secondary

2.7-3.0

2.7

3.3

Phys.Ed.

3.0

2.7 2.7

TESL

2.7

2.7 2.7

B.A. Education
First available for Fall 2023

-

3.0 3.0

Engineering

PREREQUISITES
  • One semester of differential calculus
  • One semester of integral calculus
  • One semester of linear algebra
  • Two semesters of physics (mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics), with labs
  • Two semesters of general chemistry, with labs

It is possible to be admitted to certain departments in Engineering with a minimum of two semesters of calculus plus two semesters of chemistry and/or physics.

* Applications to the more competitive programs should present most, if not all, the above prerequisites.

Minimum CGPA听admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

Bioengineering*

4.0

4.0

3.7

Chemical Engineering*

3.7

3.7

3.7

Civil Engineering*

3.7

3.7

3.7

Computer Engineering*

3.7

3.7

3.7

Electrical Engineering*

3.7

3.7

3.7

Materials Engineering

3.7

3.7

3.4

Mechanical Engineering*

3.7

3.7

3.7

Mining Engineering

3.7

3.7

3.4

Software Engineering*

4.0

4.0

3.7

Note: Due to space constraints, a very limited number of transfer/second degree applicants are accepted to Engineering programs. In addition to a strong overall CGPA, strong math and science averages are also required.

Human Nutrition


This听program is听offered on the Macdonald campus.听

PREREQUISITES

Dietetics:

  • Two semesters of biology with labs
  • One semester of general chemistry with lab
  • One semester of organic chemistry with lab
  • Two semesters (three if CEGEP) of physics (mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics) with labs
  • One semester in each of differential and integral calculus
  • Proof of French proficiency (see Additional Supporting Documents)

Nutrition:听

  • One semester of calculus for science
  • Two of: biology (one semester with lab), chemistry (one semester with lab) or physics (one semester with lab)
Minimum CGPA admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

Dietetics

3.92

3.92

3.5

Nutrition

3.0

3.0

3.0

Note that in addition to an overall CGPA, results in math and science prerequisites are also reviewed.

Kinesiology

PREREQUISITES Minimum CGPA admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

  • One semester each of differential and integral calculus
  • Two semesters of biology, chemistry and/or physics (with labs).

3.5

3.5

3.0

Note that in addition to an overall CGPA, results in math and science prerequisites are also reviewed.

Management

PREREQUISITES Minimum CGPA admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

  • One semester each of differential and integral calculus.
  • Applicants from Qu茅bec institutions must also have one semester of linear algebra.
  • Admission is extremely competitive for this program and dependent on availability of space.

3.9

3.7

3.9

Note: Students who have completed, or are completing, a full year (or equivalent) of university-level business/management courses are normally not eligible for admission to the B.Com program.

Note that in addition to an overall CGPA, results in the math prerequisites are also reviewed.

Music


鈥婩or information, see the Schulich School of Music website.

Nursing

PREREQUISITES Minimum CGPA听admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

  • One semester each of differential and integral calculus
  • Two semesters of biology, chemistry and/or physics (with labs).
  • Proof of French proficiency (see Additional Supporting Documents).

3.0

3.0

3.0

Note that in addition to an overall CGPA, results in math and science prerequisites are also reviewed.

Physical and Occupational Therapy

PREREQUISITES
  • One semester of differential calculus
  • One semester of integral calculus
  • Two semesters of biology with labs
  • Two semesters of general chemistry with labs
  • One semester of organic chemistry with lab
  • Two semesters of physics (mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics) with labs
  • CASPer Test: Applicants are required to complete an online assessment called CASPer, as a component of the selection process (see Additional Supporting Documents).
  • Proof of French proficiency (see Additional Supporting Documents).
Minimum CGPA admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

Occupational Therapy

3.7

3.5

3.7

Physical Therapy

3.7

3.6

3.7

Note that in addition to an overall CGPA, results in math and science prerequisites are also reviewed.

Religious Studies

Bachelor of Theology (B.Th)

For information on admission requirements and applying, see听Theology.听

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

See:听Arts

Science

PREREQUISITES
  • One semester each of differential and integral calculus
  • Two semesters of biology, chemistry and/or physics (with labs).
Minimum CGPA听admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

Biological, Biomedical and Life Sciences Group

3.85

3.9

3.85

Bio-Physical-Computational Sciences Group

closed

3.8

closed

Neuroscience

closed

4.0

closed

Physical, Earth, Math and Computer Sciences Group

closed

3.75

3.9

Note that in addition to an overall CGPA, results in math and science prerequisites are also reviewed.

Social Work

PREREQUISITES Minimum CGPA range admitted over the past three years

2022

2023

2024

Note: The decision to admit takes into account additional criteria

3.0

3.0

3.0

Supporting documentation

It is in the applicant鈥檚 interest to complete their file as quickly as possible. When program space is limited, preference may be given to applicants who have submitted all required supporting documents/information earlier on. Should a program reach its capacity prior to the 鈥榮upporting documents鈥 and/or 鈥榮elf-reporting鈥 deadline, incomplete applications may be cancelled.

  1. Academic documents

    All academic documents must be uploaded via your听.

    Unless applying only to Music, you must submit descriptions of graduation requirements and course syllabi for each college/university level mathematics and science course taken. Mathematics and science course syllabi must specify the names and editions of textbooks used.

    You are required to submit a copy of your high school record unless you have completed two or more years of university study. All applicants who have completed any Advanced Level, Advanced Subsidiary, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate examinations or the French Baccalaureate, European Baccalaureate, Abitur, or Bagrut must submit at least a copy of these results. Official copies will be required for admitted and registering students in order to process advanced standing credit and/or exemption. If you completed CEGEP, you are not required to submit your high school transcript.

    If admitted, you must then arrange for your college/university to send 看片视频 University an official complete, final transcript, indicating graduation if applicable, as soon as the results become available.

  2. Proof of English proficiency

    Applicants who have lived and attended school, for at least four years, in a country where English is the acknowledged primary language, are not required to provide further proof of English proficiency.

    If this is not the case, official test results will be required by the supporting document deadline.听 Please consult听Proof of English Proficiency听for accepted tests and other exemptions.

  3. Additional supporting documents

    Certain programs will require additional supporting documents. These could be proof of French proficiency, CASPer test results, recommendation letters, personal statement, or other documents; the requirements will be different depending on the program you are applying to. If your program choice is listed below, please carefully verify the additional requirement(s):

    If none of the above apply, additional supporting documents are not considered in the admission review and should not be submitted.

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