When can I apply? What is the deadline for Winter admission?
Our department only admits new students in the Fall semester. The application period is from September 15th to December 1st to be considered for admission to the following Fall semester.

Do I need to have secured a supervisor when applying?
Our department does not require applicants to identify a supervisor before applying. However, if you have an idea of the area of research you wish to pursue, a list of our faculty and their research interests is available on our website, and you are encouraged to contact potential supervisors. Please note that the agreement of a faculty member to supervise you does not guarantee admission to the program.
https://www.mcgill.ca/epi-biostat-occh/people

Can I apply while my current degree is in progress?
Yes. Applicants often apply while their current degree is still in progress. Any offer of admission would be based on your results to date and would be conditional upon the successful completion of your current program before beginning your studies with us.

Do you offer courses or programs in the evening, online, or part-time?
All of our programs are offered full time and on campus. Our courses are scheduled during the day and the lectures are not recorded. Graduate programs in Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Occupational Health are very demanding and require a substantial time commitment.

If I send you my transcripts or other documents, can you tell me my chances of being admitted?
We do not review admissions documents in advance of application. Administrative staff can answer general questions regarding admissibility; however, the file review is a complex and thorough process conducted by an admissions committee. If you wish to be considered for admission, you must apply.

My country/university has a tough grading system, how will this affect my application?
At McGill, we work very hard to correctly evaluate each applicant’s file.  Information on how international credentials are evaluated by McGill can be found here: https://www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/how-apply/application-steps/equival...

I have a lower GPA, does that mean I shouldn’t apply?
Given the high numbers of applications we receive each year, compared to the limited number of spaces we have in our program, a low GPA does reduce your chances of admission. However, our admissions committee looks at all aspects of the student's file including, not only past grades, but also letters of reference, the full CV, the personal statement and any past related work experiences, publications, and research experience.
 

Where should I send my test scores? What is the department code?
Standardized test results (e.g., GRE, English language proficiency) are handled centrally by the University and should be sent to institution code 0935. No department code is needed. The results are matched to your profile in Slate and only need to be sent to the University once regardless of how many programs you apply too.

Do I need to submit GRE scores as part of my application?
No. The GRE is not required; however, applicants can include GRE scores as part of their application as evidence of their quantitative proficiency.
 

When are my letters of reference due?
All supporting documents are due by the December 1st application deadline. You should contact graduate.eboh [at] mcgill.ca in the case of extenuating circumstances.

My referee does not have an institutional email, what should I do?
We understand that the requirement for an institutional email may be problematic for some of our international applicants. In the case of international referees who work or teach in institutions which do not have institutional email addresses, their public domain address may be used. We ask that they upload a PDF copy of their letter of reference on institutional letterhead. If the applicant is admitted, we may take steps to authenticate the reference.

I have been in the workforce for several years—can I provide professional references?
Academic references are strongly preferred. For thesis programs, at least one letter must be from an academic. In a situation where an applicant is returning to academia after working for a number of years, we understand that it would indeed be a challenge to get a reference from a professor. A professional referee who holds an academic post would be ideal in this case – the admissions committee is looking for someone who is familiar with academia and who can speak to your likelihood to succeed in a challenging academic environment.
 

How much will my degree cost?
This is dependent on many factors such as your residency status within Canada and the province of Québec. Information regarding tuition and fees can be found on the Student Accounts website. Students at the Master's level should assume a minimum of three terms of full-time registration.

Funding Policy
Funding Policy for the School of Population and Global Health