New!
Applicants for the Fall 2026 term to the Master’s (thesis) program may apply to the Synthetic Biology concentration.
Extended Deadline for Synthetic Biology Concentration Applicants
As the Synthetic Biology concentration was approved very recently, late applications (after January 15, 2026) will be exceptionally allowed for Fall 2026 domestic applicants until May 1, 2026.
Please info.bbme [at] mcgill.ca (subject: Synthetic%20Biology%20Concentration%20Application%20deadline) (contact us) for more information.
Application deadlines vary according to the departmental affiliation of your primary supervisor. The minimum stipend policy remains in effect irrespective of the application deadline.
| Applicant Status | Winter Term | Fall Term | Summer Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| International | August 1 | January 15 | No admission |
| Domestic (Canadian citizen or Permanent resident) | September 1* | January 15* | No admission |
*: If your primary supervisor will be from the Department of:
- Bioengineering: apply by the international deadline to be considered for Engineering Recruitment awards.
- Biomedical Engineering: apply by the domestic deadline to be considered for BME Recruitment awards.