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International Baccalaureate Diploma

Admission review process

  • Applicants will be considered for admission on their high school transcript and predicted IB results or, if already completed, on the final IB Diploma results. The Diploma with grades of 5 or better on each Higher and Standard Level subject is the minimum expected for most programs. Many programs are more competitive and will require higher grades.
      

  • Information regarding the IB Math curriculum: 

    For programs which have mathematics as a prerequisite requirement, we will accept the following:

    • HL Mathematics: analysis and approaches (Math AA)
    • SL Mathematics: analysis and approaches (Math AA), or
    • HL Mathematics: applications and interpretation (Math AI)
      Note: SL Mathematics: applications and interpretation (SL Math AI) is not acceptable as a math prerequisite, but is acceptable where math is not a requirement.

 

  • Proof of English proficiency is an important part of the application process for many applicants to McGill. Determine whether or not you need to submit proof of English ahead of time in order to meet our document submission deadlines.

    The Admissions Office reserves the right to request proof of English proficiency from any applicant (regardless of citizenship, country of origin or first language) at any time during the review process.

  • If admitted, you are expected to maintain your level of academic performance through to the completion of your pre-McGill studies.
  • A maximum of 30 credits of advanced standing may be granted for the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

Deadlines for admission

DEADLINES

Application for admission

January 15

          Supporting documents

March 1

Major Entrance Scholarship application & documents

January 21

McGill Financial Aid application

30 days from acceptance date

Programs with separate deadlines

Music (application and supporting documents)

January 15

Religious Studies (application and supporting documents)

 January 15

Social Work (supporting documents only)

 March 7

Prerequisites and typical minimum admission grades ranges

Listed below are the subject prerequisites for the specific programs AND the minimum grades ranges (out of 42) typically admitted.

These noted values are given as a guideline only and do not necessarily represent the grades requirement for upcoming admission.

Admission to McGill is competitive and subject to availability of space; as such, minimum grades for entry fluctuate from year to year. Presenting grades that are equal to or better than those listed does not offer any guarantee for admission.

View decision release dates at: www.mcgill.ca/undergraduate-admissions/apply/admission-decision-dates

 

Agricultural & Environmental Sciences


These programs are offered on the Macdonald campus. 

PREREQUISITES

  • Mathematics and two of Biology, Chemistry or Physics, at Higher or Standard Level.

Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES

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

  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 28-30

  • Each math & science: 5

Bioresource Engineering (B.Eng.(Bioresource))

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

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

 

Architecture

PREREQUISITES

  • Mathematics and Physics, at Higher or Standard Level, with at least one math/science at HL

Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES

  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 39 to 42 subject points

  • Each math & science: 6 to 7

 

Arts

PREREQUISITES
  • No specific prerequisites

B.A. Population & Global Health: This program requires a separate application; admission review also takes into account the additional required documents. (consult Additional Supporting Documents)
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 33 to 36 subject points

 

Bachelor of Arts and Science (B.A. &Sc.)

PREREQUISITES
  • Mathematics and two of Biology, Chemistry or Physics, at Higher or Standard Level; at least one math/science at HL

Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.


Note: The B.A. & Sc. is a unique degree that is jointly offered by the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Science.  It is rooted in both Arts and Science and carries roughly equal course weight in each faculty. It is an interdisciplinary degree intended for students who want to pursue simultaneously a Major in the Faculty of Arts and one in the Faculty of Science or one of the interfaculty programs in Cognitive Science, Environment or Sustainability, Science and Society.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES

  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 35 to 37 subject points

  • Each math & science: 6 (5 to 6 if HL)

 

Education

PREREQUISITES
  • No specific prerequisites except for the following programs:
    • Applicants to the
    • B.Ed. Secondary Mathematics: Mathematics, at Higher or Standard Level.
      Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.
    • Applicants to the B.Ed. Secondary Science & Technology: Mathematics and two of biology, chemistry or physics, at Higher or Standard Level.
      Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.

Additional requirements:

Applicants to the following programs must also pass a language test (see Additional Supporting Documents).
 
Note: 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 Pédagogie de l’immersion française - French test
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES

Kindergarten/Elementary Education

  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 30 subject points

Physical Education

TESL

B.A. (Education) Global Contexts

Secondary Education
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 30 subject points
  • Each math & science, when required: 5

Engineering

PREREQUISITES
  • Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics at Higher or Standard Level (at least one math/science at Higher Level)

Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES

Bioengineering
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 39 to 41 subject points ​
  • Each math & science: 6

Chemical Engineering
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 35 to 38 subject points
  • Each math & science: 5 to 6 (6 in each SL math & science)

Civil Engineering
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 35 to 38 subject points
  • Each math & science: 5 to 6 (6 in each SL math & science)

Computer Engineering
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 35 to 38 subject points
  • Each math & science: 5 to 6 (6 in each SL math & science)

Electrical Engineering
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 35 to 38 subject points
  • Each math & science: 5 to 6 (6 in each SL math & science)

Global Engineering

Materials Engineering
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 33 to 36 subject points
  • ​​Each math & science: 5 to 6 (6 if SL math)

Mechanical Engineering
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 38 to 42 subject points
  • Each math & science: 6

Mining Engineering
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 32 to 35 subject points
  • ​Each math & science: 5 to 6 (6 if SL math)

Software Engineering
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 35 to 38 subject points
  • Each math & science: 5 to 6 (6 in each SL math & science)

 

Human Nutrition


This program is offered on the Macdonald campus. 

PREREQUISITES
  • Mathematics and two of Biology, Chemistry or Physics, at Higher or Standard Level

Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES

  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 28-30 subject points

  • Each math & science: 5 ​

 

Kinesiology

PREREQUISITES
  • Mathematics and two of Biology, Chemistry or Physics, at Higher or Standard Level

Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES

  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 30 - 31 subject points;

  • Each math & science: 5

Management

PREREQUISITES
  • Higher Level Mathematics (AA or AI), or
  • Standard Level Mathematics AA with a predicted/final result of 6 or 7

Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 35 to 38 subject points
  • ​Math: 5 (HL Math AA/AI); 6 ( SL Math AA)

 

Music


​For information on admission requirements, see the Schulich School of Music website.

 

Nursing

PREREQUISITES
  • Mathematics and two of Biology, Chemistry or Physics, at Higher or Standard Level

Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES

  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 30 subject points

  • Each math & science: 5

 

Religious Studies

Bachelor of Theology (B.Th)

For information on admission requirements and applying, see Theology. 

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

See: Arts

 

Science

PREREQUISITES
  • Mathematics and two of Biology, Chemistry or Physics, at Higher or Standard Level; at least one math/science at HL

Note: SL Math AI is not accepted.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES

Biological, Biomedical and Life Sciences Group
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 36 to 39 subject points
  • ​Each math & science: 6 (5 to 6 if HL)

Bio-Physical-Computational Sciences Group
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 36 to 39 subject points
  • ​Each math & science: 6 (5 to 6 if HL)

Physical, Earth, Math and Computer Sciences Group
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 35 to 38 subject points
  • Each math & science: 5 to 6 (and at least one 6); 6 if SL Math AA.

 

Social Work

PREREQUISITES
  • No specific prerequisites
  • A resumé, a personal statement, and letters of recommendation must also be submitted in support of the application.
TYPICAL MINIMUM ADMISSION GRADES RANGES
  • Predicted/Final (out of 42): 35 to 38 subject points

 

Supporting documentation

It is in the applicant’s 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 ‘supporting documents’ and/or ‘self-reporting’ deadline, incomplete applications may be cancelled.

  1. Academic documents

    All academic documents must be uploaded to your McGill Applicant Portal. You will be asked to upload:

    - A copy of your high school transcript, including mid-year/final 1st semester results for final year. 

    - A copy of GCSE/IGCSE/O-Level/CSEC or MYP exams, if written.

    - Your predicted IB results.

    - If IB Diploma is completed, a copy of the final results is required in lieu of the above.

  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.  Please consult Proof of English Proficiency 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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