McGill University

3415 McTavish Street, Montreal

  • #29 QS Global World Ranking
  • PublicStatus
  • Very HighResearch Output
  • 29,942Total Students
  • 3,822Faculty
  • 10,194Int'l Students

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McGill University offers over 400 Postgraduate programs, including master’s degrees, PhDs, MBAs and graduate certificate programs, across 10 faculties:

  • Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
  • Arts
  • Dentistry
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Law
  • Managment
  • Medicine
  • Music
  • Science


Browse all graduate courses here.

Admitting only the best and the brightest to McGill University!
Postgraduate admission requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a subject related to the field of study at a recognised university, a GPA of 3.2 (or any foreign equivalent) and proof of proficiency in English. For more information of minimum entry requirements, contact a graduate program coordinator.

 

Funding for international students

Tuition fees at McGill University are on a per credit basis or a flat rate basis depending on your status, ranging between CA$16,000-19,000 (approximately US$19,900-15,300). Calculate your tuition fee estimate here. However, special funding is available. In fact, as a graduate student at McGill University, you’re very likely to qualify for external funding. Find out more about international fellowships here.

Apply online here.

Explore the research community at McGill University here.

Are you more of a visual thinker? Watch videos about McGill and Montreal here.

Or find McGill University Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies on Facebook and Twitter for the latest in video and news!

For more inquiries, please contact gradapplicants.gps@mcgill.ca

What makes studying at McGill different?   

McGill has nearly 50 research institutes and centres across three campuses, along with fieldwork stations in Barbados and the high Arctic. We work with a network of health partners in Quebec, including four affiliated hospitals in Montreal. Our graduate students take part in enriching, real-world learning, locally and around the world.  

Campus experience  

Our downtown campus is steps away from the best restaurants, cafés and nightlife that the city has to offer. About 30 minutes away by shuttle, McGill’s Macdonald Campus is a serene waterfront retreat that offers a “small college” experience and a tight-knit community.  

Undergraduate studies  

Our dedicated and award-winning professors are at the top of their fields. With over 300 programs to explore, you can forge your own path.  

Ready to start your next chapter?  

Find your program >    

Connect with our recruiters >  

 

Graduate studies  

McGill has a thriving graduate and postdoctoral community, with over 10,000 students in 450+ programs. Our faculty and students are forging new paths forward, showing adaptability and ingenuity in their respective fields.   

 

International students  

As an international student, you can access dedicated services like immigration support, buddy programs and a host of other resources, including on-campus health clinics.  

A top student city  

Consistently ranked among the 10 best student cities in the world, Montreal is a multicultural and affordable city in one of the world’s safest countries – it’s an unbeatable place to work, study and explore.  

No matter where you settle in Montreal, you’ll find valuable internship and career opportunities. Our city is a global leader in aerospace, tech, artificial intelligence, pharmaceuticals, video game development and more.  

 

Why McGill students love Montreal >    

Life in residences  

On McGill’s campuses, we offer different styles of residences to fit your budget and lifestyle, including dorm and hotel-style accommodations. All first-year students are guaranteed housing on campus if they apply for it.    

Explore our residences >  

Undergraduate students:  

Our admission requirements vary depending on your educational background and the program(s) you want to study.  

Review prerequisites and previous years’ admission scores to help you prepare to apply. Please keep in mind that admission grade requirements can change from year to year.  

Review the requirements >  

 

Graduate students:  

All applicants, regardless of country of origin or educational backgrounds must meet minimum academic requirements , which may differ depending on which department is applied to. Consult your program requirements for details.  

Undergraduate  

CaPS, McGill’s Central Career Services, supports student career and leadership development by providing a wide variety of resources and tools to help students search for part-time / summer jobs, internships and post-graduation opportunities.  

Get career help >  

 

Graduate  

McGill offers resources to graduate students who are planning for their futures, whether it’s finding work while completing your studies to helping you plan your career path.   

Get the resources >  

 

Alumni  

From uncovering groundbreaking medical discoveries, to plumbing the human condition in thought-provoking art, to driving the economy with their business acumen, our alumni are making a difference. Get to know the members of our community who are making a difference.  

Meet our alumni >  

About

McGill University offers over 400 Postgraduate programs, including master’s degrees, PhDs, MBAs and graduate certificate programs, across 10 faculties:

  • Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
  • Arts
  • Dentistry
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Law
  • Managment
  • Medicine
  • Music
  • Science


Browse all graduate courses here.

Admitting only the best and the brightest to McGill University!
Postgraduate admission requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a subject related to the field of study at a recognised university, a GPA of 3.2 (or any foreign equivalent) and proof of proficiency in English. For more information of minimum entry requirements, contact a graduate program coordinator.

 

Funding for international students

Tuition fees at McGill University are on a per credit basis or a flat rate basis depending on your status, ranging between CA$16,000-19,000 (approximately US$19,900-15,300). Calculate your tuition fee estimate here. However, special funding is available. In fact, as a graduate student at McGill University, you’re very likely to qualify for external funding. Find out more about international fellowships here.

Apply online here.

Explore the research community at McGill University here.

Are you more of a visual thinker? Watch videos about McGill and Montreal here.

Or find McGill University Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies on Facebook and Twitter for the latest in video and news!

For more inquiries, please contact gradapplicants.gps@mcgill.ca

What makes studying at McGill different?   

McGill has nearly 50 research institutes and centres across three campuses, along with fieldwork stations in Barbados and the high Arctic. We work with a network of health partners in Quebec, including four affiliated hospitals in Montreal. Our graduate students take part in enriching, real-world learning, locally and around the world.  

Campus experience  

Our downtown campus is steps away from the best restaurants, cafés and nightlife that the city has to offer. About 30 minutes away by shuttle, McGill’s Macdonald Campus is a serene waterfront retreat that offers a “small college” experience and a tight-knit community.  

Undergraduate studies  

Our dedicated and award-winning professors are at the top of their fields. With over 300 programs to explore, you can forge your own path.  

Ready to start your next chapter?  

Find your program >    

Connect with our recruiters >  

 

Graduate studies  

McGill has a thriving graduate and postdoctoral community, with over 10,000 students in 450+ programs. Our faculty and students are forging new paths forward, showing adaptability and ingenuity in their respective fields.   

 

International students  

As an international student, you can access dedicated services like immigration support, buddy programs and a host of other resources, including on-campus health clinics.  

A top student city  

Consistently ranked among the 10 best student cities in the world, Montreal is a multicultural and affordable city in one of the world’s safest countries – it’s an unbeatable place to work, study and explore.  

No matter where you settle in Montreal, you’ll find valuable internship and career opportunities. Our city is a global leader in aerospace, tech, artificial intelligence, pharmaceuticals, video game development and more.  

 

Why McGill students love Montreal >    

Life in residences  

On McGill’s campuses, we offer different styles of residences to fit your budget and lifestyle, including dorm and hotel-style accommodations. All first-year students are guaranteed housing on campus if they apply for it.    

Explore our residences >  

Undergraduate students:  

Our admission requirements vary depending on your educational background and the program(s) you want to study.  

Review prerequisites and previous years’ admission scores to help you prepare to apply. Please keep in mind that admission grade requirements can change from year to year.  

Review the requirements >  

 

Graduate students:  

All applicants, regardless of country of origin or educational backgrounds must meet minimum academic requirements , which may differ depending on which department is applied to. Consult your program requirements for details.  

Undergraduate  

CaPS, McGill’s Central Career Services, supports student career and leadership development by providing a wide variety of resources and tools to help students search for part-time / summer jobs, internships and post-graduation opportunities.  

Get career help >  

 

Graduate  

McGill offers resources to graduate students who are planning for their futures, whether it’s finding work while completing your studies to helping you plan your career path.   

Get the resources >  

 

Alumni  

From uncovering groundbreaking medical discoveries, to plumbing the human condition in thought-provoking art, to driving the economy with their business acumen, our alumni are making a difference. Get to know the members of our community who are making a difference.  

Meet our alumni >  

University highlights

QS World University Ranking

  • 2012
    #18
  • 2014
    #21
  • 2015
    #21
  • 2016
    #24
  • 2017
    #30
  • 2018
    #32
  • 2019
    #33
  • 2020
    #=35
  • 2021
    #=31
  • 2022
    #=27
  • 2023
    #31
  • 2024
    #30
  • 2025
    #29

Student & Staff

Total students
29,942

24%
76%

International students
10,194

35%
65%

Total faculty staff
3,822

1233
2589

Total students
29,942

24%
76%

International students
10,194

35%
65%

Total faculty staff
3,822

2589
1233
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Scholarships

Yes
The Scholarships above offer some form of financial aid to prospective students. Please always check the specific requirements and restrictions on scholarship availability.

Campus locations

Main campus,

3415 McTavish Street , Montreal , Canada ,

Macdonald Campus,

21111 Lakeshore Road , Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue , Canada ,

+ 1 More Locations

English language requirements

McGill University EN