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Quebec CEGEP, college and high school applicants

Deadlines for admission

DEADLINES

Application for admission

 March 1

          Supporting documents

 April 15

Major Entrance Scholarship application & documents

 March 7

McGill Financial Aid application

30 days from acceptance date

Programs with separate deadlines

Music (application and supporting documents)

January 15
Social Work (supporting documents only)

March 7

 

Admission review process

Select your diploma:

Pre-University DEC

You must have obtained, prior to the start of classes, a Diplôme d’études collégiales (DEC).

Your application is reviewed on your overall R-Score (as determined by the Ministry) as well as a core R-Score average of any prerequisite courses (calculated by McGill's Admissions Office). The courses included in the core average differ depending on the program to which you have you applied.

  • A science core average includes all 101 biology, 201 mathematics, 202 chemistry, and 203 physics.
  • An engineering core average includes all 201 mathematics, 202 chemistry and 203 physics.
  • A management core average includes all 201 mathematics courses.

The R-score is the principal metric for admission of CEGEP applicants to McGill University. Applicants must meet both the required global R score and the required prerequisite average R score in order to be offered admission.

While the R-scores are the main determinants, we look at all results; multiple failures and repeated courses will also be taken into consideration.

McGill uses the overall R-Score (not the program R-Score) when reviewing applications.  However, applicants who have changed programs and whose performance has improved significantly after the change, should inform McGill by checking the “extenuating circumstances” box on the application and providing a personal statement about their CEGEP experience.  In exceptional cases, the McGill decision may be based on a selection of CEGEP grades.

For programs where science and/or math are prerequisites, these must normally have been completed within the last five years.

If graduating with a DEC in “Sciences, lettres, et arts" or a DEC in "Computer Science and Mathematics", you are eligible for admission to most undergraduate programs. You may be required to complete any missing portion of prerequisites at McGill in addition to, or as part of, your program requirements.

If graduating with the IB Diploma from a Quebec CEGEP, you will be considered on your CEGEP equivalent results, and you are eligible for admission to most undergraduate programs. You may be required to complete any missing portion of prerequisites at McGill in addition to, or as part of, your program requirements.

If graduating with a DEC sans mention, you must have completed all prerequisite courses for the program to which you are applying.

Note: Candidates who intend to register for a summer course at CEGEP during the term preceding their admission to the University are requested to notify the admissions department in writing by June 10 at the latest, specifying the name and code of the summer course, as well as the reasons for which they intend to take it. Before entering their program at McGill, admitted students must have completed their DEC, otherwise admission may be canceled.

Technical DEC

If graduating with a three-year technical DEC, you may be eligible for admission to certain undergraduate programs. Please consult the Pre-requisite CEGEP courses for admission for 2023-2024 (updates coming soon).

All results are taken into consideration in determining admission, including those for failed or repeated courses.

For programs where science and/or math are prerequisites, these must normally have been completed within the last five years.

Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences: For detailed information regarding entry to programs offered by the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences please see mcgill.ca/undergraduate-admissions/tech-dec

French Baccalaureate (at Collège Marie de France and Collège Stanislas in Quebec)

For most programs, your application is reviewed on your 'bulletins' (with results on 20) from Première and Terminale or, if you have already graduated, on your final ‘Bac’ results. In addition, we take into consideration the Relevé des notes obtenue en Premiére, and any Attestation de cours compléments Québecois “validé”. While a diploma in “premier groupe” with “mention assez bien” is the minimum expected, most programs are more competitive and will require higher results. 

Consult the minimum grades accepted for admission last year

NOTE: Dentistry, Law and Medicine review applicants on their R Score.  Music reviews applicants on their percentage grades.  For more information, please consult directly with the appropriate admissions office.

All results are taken into consideration in determining admission, including those for failed or repeated courses.

To be eligible to apply to Dentistry, Dietetics, Medicine, Neuroscience, Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy, the completion of complementary coursework (‘compléments’) will be required.

Other Quebec Schools

Requirements:

- Applicants from Quebec’s Alexander von Humbolt German School (Abitur) will be reviewed on school transcripts covering the last three years of schooling, including 1st semester of Grade 12. Students are reviewed on the requirements for international high school applicants.

- Applicants from Lower Canada College and Stanstead College (Grade 12 or the IB Diploma) will be reviewed on school transcripts covering the last three years of schooling, including 1st trimester/mid-year of Grade 12 and IB predictions (if applicable). Students at these schools must contact their school guidance counsellor for information on McGill application procedures.

- Applicants from Quebec schools offering another recognized curriculum such as the Ontario OSSD or the New Brunswick NBSSD will be reviewed on requirements in place for Ontario and other Canadian provinces.

Students completing a Quebec Secondary V Diploma only are not directly admissible to undergraduate study at McGill. Depending on availability of space, Quebec high school Secondary V graduates who will have completed a minimum of one full year of university study outside Quebec may be considered as Transfer applicants. Courses completed at schools or institutions designed primarily to offer religious education (such as bible colleges, seminaries, or yeshivas) normally are not considered equivalent to university study.

Prerequisites and R-Scores cut-offs

Below you will find the R-Score minimums for admission for September 2024. These values do not represent the R-Score required for future admission. R-Score minimums can fluctuate from one year to the next.

Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

When a program is highly competitive, applicants who present all prerequisites generally have an advantage. However, students may be accepted with a minimum of three prerequisites including: Math NYA plus any two science prerequisites. If admitted, any missing courses will be added to the program at McGill.

Students graduating with a DEC in “Sciences, lettres, et arts” (700.A0) are eligible for all programs. They will NOT be disadvantaged during the admission process if they did not complete all prerequisites. Depending on their B.Sc. (Ag.Env.Sc.) program, they may be required to complete any missing portion of prerequisites at McGill in addition to their program requirements.

  • B.Sc in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (all programs) 

PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA (00UK) 01Y5;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM);
  • Math NYA (00UN) 01Y1; NYB (00UP) 01Y2;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), NYC (00UT), 01YG.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01;
  • Chemistry 0C01 and 0C02;
  • Math 0M02 and 0M03;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02, and 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • Biology 7BL1;
  • Chemistry 7CH1;
  • Math 7MA1 and 7MA2
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2, and 7PH3


Entrance requirements to the B.Sc. (Ag.Env.Sc.) from Technical DEC programs: https://www.mcgill.ca/macdonald/programs

Entrance requirements to the B.Sc. (Ag.Env.Sc.) from a DEC in Social Science:
If applying to the B.Sc.(Ag.Env.Sc.) Major in Agricultural Economics only, you will be considered with a DEC in Social Science if it includes Mathematics 103 and 203. If accepted, you will then be required to complete one course each of biology, chemistry, and linear algebra.

 

  • Bioresource Engineering

PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA (00UK), 01Y5;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM);
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2; NYC (00UQ), 01Y4;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01;
  • Chemistry 0C01 and 0C02;
  • Math 0M02, 0M03, and 0M04;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02 and 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • Biology 7BL1;
  • Chemistry 7CH1;
  • Math 7MA1, 7MA2, and 7MA4;
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2 and 7PH3

 

  • Concurrent B.Sc. Food Science and B.Sc. Nutritional Science

PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA (00UK), 01Y5; II (00XU), 01YJ;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM); Organic Chemistry I 00XV, 01YH;
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01and Biology II (0B0F);
  • Chemistry 0C01, 0C02, and Organic Chemistry I (0C0F);
  • Math 0M02 and 0M03;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02 and 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • Biology 7BL1 and 7BL2;
  • Chemistry 7CH1 and 7CH2;
  • Math 7MA1 and 7MA2;
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2, and 7PH3

When a program is highly competitive, applicants who present all prerequisites generally have an advantage*. However, students may be accepted with a minimum of three prerequisites including: Math NYA plus any two science prerequisites. If admitted, any missing courses will be added to the program at McGill.

 

  • Food Science

PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA (00UK) 01Y;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM);
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01;
  • Chemistry 0C01 and 0C02;
  • Math 0M02 and 0M03;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02 and 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • Biology 7BL1;
  • Chemistry 7CH1;
  • Math 7MA1 and 7MA2;
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2 and 7PH3
R-Score minimums
Program Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science
B.Sc. in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (all programs) (B.Sc.(Ag.Env.Sc.) 25.5 25.5
Bioresource Engineering (B.Eng.(Bioresource)) 25.5 25.5
Concurrent B.Sc. Food Science and B. Sc. Nutritional Science (B.Sc.(F.Sc.)/B.Sc.(Nutr.Sc.)) 27 27
Food Science (B.Sc.(F.Sc.)) 25.5 25.5

Architecture

PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Math NYA (00UN, 01Y1) and NYC (00UQ, 01Y4)
  • Physics NYA (00UR, 01Y7) and one additional science course
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Math 0M02 and 0M04
  • Physics 0P01 and one additional science course
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • Math 7MA1 and 7MA4
  • Physics 7PH1 and one additional science course
R-Score cut-offs
Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science
30.5 30.9

Arts

PREREQUISITES
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP)
RECOMMENDED COURSES

Recommended courses are NOT required for admission. Any missing courses will be added to the program at McGill
Program Previous Science DEC NEW Science DEC Previous Arts & Science DEC NEW Arts & Science DEC
Computer Science Math NYA (00UN), NYB (00UP), NYC (00UQ) Math 0M02, 0M03, and  0M04 Math 01Y1, 01Y2, and 01Y4 Math 7MA1, 7MA2, and  7MA4
Software Engineering Math NYA (00UN), NYB (00UP), NYC (00UQ) Math 0M02, 0M03, and 0M04 Math 01Y1, 01Y2, and 01Y4 Math 7MA1, 7MA2, and 7MA4
Mathematics Math NYA (00UN), NYB (00UP), NYC (00UQ) Math 0M02, 0M03, and 0M04 Math 01Y1, 01Y2, and 01Y4 Math 7MA1, 7MA2, and 7MA4
Honours and Joint Honours Component in Economics NYA (00UN), NYB (00UP), NYC (00UQ) Math 0M02, 0M03, and 0M04 Math 01Y1, 01Y2, and 01Y4 Math 7MA1, 7MA2, and 7MA4
Psychology Biology NYA (00UK); Psychology 022K / 350-XXX-XX; Statistics Biology 0B01; Psychology 350; Statistics Biology 01Y5; Psychology 350; Statistics Biology 7BL1; Psychology 7PS1; Statistics
R-Score minimums
Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score English
26.5 26.0

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

PREREQUISITES
PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP);
  • Biology NYA (00UK), 01Y5;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM);
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2; NYC (00UQ), 01Y4;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP);
  • Biology 0B01;
  • Chemistry 0C01 and 0C02;
  • Math 0M02, 0M03, and 0M04;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02, and 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP);
  • Biology 7BL1;
  • Chemistry 7CH1;
  • Math 7MA1, 7MA2, and 7MA4;
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2, and 7PH3

When a program is highly competitive, applicants who present all prerequisites generally have an advantage*. However, students may be accepted with a minimum of three prerequisites including: Math NYA plus any two science prerequisites. If admitted, any missing courses will be added to the program at McGill.

*Students graduating with a DEC in “Sciences, lettres, et arts” (700.A0) are eligible for all programs. They will NOT be disadvantaged during the admission process if they did not complete all prerequisites. Depending on their B.A. & Sc. program, they may be required to complete any missing portion of prerequisites at McGill as part of their program requirements.

R-Score minimums
Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science Minimum Core R-Score English
28.0 28.0 26.0

Dentistry

  Minimum Overall R-Score
AVERAGE R-SCORE INTERVIEWED 35.9
AVERAGE R-SCORE ADMITTED 36.1

THE FACULTY OF DENTISTRY HAS A SEPARATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE

For detailed admission requirements, deadlines and application instructions, consult the Faculty's website.

Education

PREREQUISITES
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP);

 

Additional requirements for B.Ed. Secondary Education, Mathematics:
  • DEC 200.B0 or 200.C0: Math NYA, NYB, NYC (00UN, 00UP, 00UQ)
  • DEC 200.B1 or 200.C1: Math 0M02, 0M03, and 0M04
  • DEC 700.A0: Math (01Y1, 01Y2, 01Y4)
  • DEC 700.A1: 7MA1, 7MA2 and 7MA4
  • DEC 300.A0: Math 103, 203, 105 (022X, 022Y, 022Z)
  • DEC 300.A1: Math OPU2, OPU3, OPU4
At least two Math prerequisite courses must be completed (with final grades) for admission consideration. All prerequisite courses must be completed prior to the start of classes

Additional requirements for B.Ed. Secondary Education, Science and Technology:

PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA, General Biology II (00UK or 01Y5, 00XU or 01YJ);
  • Chemistry NYA, NYB (00UL or 01Y6, 00UM);
  • Math NYA, NYB (00UN or 01Y1, 00UP or 01Y2);
  • Physics NYA, NYB, NYC (00UR or 01Y7, 00US or 01YF, 00UT or 01YG)
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01 and Biology II (0B0F);
  • Chemistry 0C01 and 0C02;
  • Math 0M02 and 0M03;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02 and 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • Biology 7BL1 and 7BL2;
  • Chemistry 7CH1;
  • Math 7MA1 and 7MA2;
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2, and 7PH3

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
R-Score minimums
Program Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score English or French
Kindergarten/Elementary Education  25.0 25.0
Physical Education 25.0 25.0
Secondary Education 25.0 25.0
TESL 25.0 25.0
B.A.(Education); Education in Global Contexts 25.0 25.0

Engineering

PREREQUISITES
PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM);
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2; NYC (00UQ), 01Y4;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Chemistry 0C01and 0C02;
  • Math 0M02, 0M03 and 0M04;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02, 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • Chemistry 7CH1;
  • Math 7MA1, 7MA2 and 7MA4;
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2 and 7PH3

Bioengineering, Chemical, and Mechanical Engineering: Applicants to these very competitive programs should present all or nearly all prerequisites completed prior to entry. Any missing courses will be added to the program at McGill.

Civil, Computer, Electrical, Mining, Materials, and Software Engineering: When a program is highly competitive, applicants who present all prerequisites generally have an advantage*. However, students may be accepted with a minimum of four prerequisites including: Math NYA, Math NYB plus any two science prerequisites. If admitted, any missing courses will be added to the program at McGill.

*Students graduating with a DEC in “Sciences, lettres, et arts” (700.A0) are eligible for all programs. They will NOT be disadvantaged during the admission process if they did not complete all prerequisites. They will be required to complete any missing portion of prerequisites at McGill in addition to their B.Eng. program requirements.
R-Score minimums
Program Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science
Bioengineering 33.5 33.5
Chemical Engineering 29.4 29.4
Civil Engineering 28.5 28.5
Computer Engineering 32.5 32.5
Electrical Engineering 31.5 31.5
Global Engineering
  • N/A

Admission review, handled jointly by both universities, also takes into account the Personal Statement. (consult Additional Supporting Documents)
Materials Engineering 27.5 27.5
Mechanical Engineering 32.7 32.7
Mining Engineering 27.5 27.5
Software Engineering 33.7 33.7

Human Nutrition

PREREQUISITES:

DIETETICS

PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA (00UK) 01Y5; Biology II (00XU), 01YJ;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM); Organic Chemistry I 00XV, 01YH;
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG;
  • Proof of French proficiency
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01, and Biology II 0B0F;
  • Chemistry 0C01, 0C02, and Organic Chemistry I 0C0F;
  • Math 0M02 and 0M03;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02, and 0P03;
  • Proof of French proficiency
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)

Applicants to this program are recommended to have all prerequisites completed prior to entry*.

NUTRITION

PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA (00UK) 01Y5; Biology II (00XU), 01YJ;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM); Organic Chemistry I 00XV, 01YH;
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01, and Biology II (0B0F);
  • Chemistry 0C01, 0C02, and Organic Chemistry I (0C0F);
  • Math 0M02 and 0M03;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02, and 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • Biology 7BL1 and 7BL2;
  • Chemistry 7CH1 and 7CH2;
  • Math 7MA1 and 7MA2;
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2 and 7PH3

When a program is highly competitive, applicants who present all prerequisites generally have an advantage*. However, students may be accepted with a minimum of three prerequisites including: Math NYA plus any two science prerequisites. If admitted, any missing courses will be added to the program at McGill.

*Students graduating with a DEC in “Sciences, lettres, et arts” (700.A0) are eligible for all programs. They will NOT be disadvantaged during the admission process if they did not complete all prerequisites. They will be required to complete any missing portion of prerequisites at McGill in addition to their B.Sc. (Nutr.Sc.) program requirements.
R-Score minimums
Program Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science
Dietetics 29.0 29.0
Nutrition 27.0 27.0

Kinesiology

 Please be advised that the Bachelor of Science (Kinesiology) is offered by the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, which falls under the Faculty of Education.  Applicants must first select the Faculty of Education on the online application, followed by the B.Sc. Kinesiology.

PREREQUISITES
PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP);
  • Biology NYA (00UK), 01Y5; Biology II (00XU), 01YJ;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM);
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP);
  • Biology 0B01, Biology II (0B0F);
  • Chemistry 0C01 and 0C02;
  • Math 0M02 and 0M03;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02 and 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP);
  • Biology 7BL1 and 7BL2;
  • Chemistry 7CH1;
  • Math 7MA1 and 7MA2;
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2 and 7PH3

When a program is highly competitive, applicants who present all prerequisites generally have an advantage.* However, they may be accepted with a minimum of four prerequisites including: Math NYA, Math NYB plus any two science prerequisites. If admitted, any missing courses will be added to the program at McGill.

*Students graduating with a DEC in “Sciences, lettres, et arts” (700.A0) are eligible for all programs. They will NOT be disadvantaged during the admission process if they did not complete all prerequisites. They will be required to complete any missing portion of prerequisites at McGill in addition to their B.Sc. (Kinesiology) program requirements.

Note: Organic Chemistry I (00XV, 01YH) is NOT a prerequisite for admission, but it will be required for graduation. If students complete the course in CEGEP, they will be exempt from taking it at McGill. Otherwise, it will be added to their program of study at McGill.
R-Score cut-offs
Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science Minimum Core R-Score English or French
27.0 27.0 26.0

Law

  2024
Lowest R-Score admitted 32.62
Average R-Score interviewed N/A

THE FACULTY OF LAW HAS A SEPARATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE

For detailed admission requirements, deadlines and application instructions, consult the Faculty's website.

Management

PREREQUISITES
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP);
  • DEC 200.B0 or 200.C0: Math NYA, NYB, NYC (00UN, 00UP, 00UQ)
  • DEC 200.B1 or 200.C1: Math 0M02, 0M03, and 0M04
  • DEC 700.A0: Math (01Y1, 01Y2, 01Y4) 
  • DEC 700.A1: 7MA1, 7MA2 and 7MA4
  • DEC 300.A0: Math 103, 203, 105 (022X, 022Y, 022Z)
  • DEC 300.A1: Math OPU2, OPU3, OPU4 

At least two Math prerequisite courses must be completed (with final grades) for admission consideration. All prerequisite courses must be completed prior to the start of classes
R-Score minimums
Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science Minimum Core R-Score English
27.0 27.0 26.0

Medicine

  2024
LOWEST R-SCORE INTERVIEWED 33.14
AVERAGE R-SCORE INTERVIEWED 35.73

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences has a separate admissions office

For detailed admission requirements, deadlines and application instructions, consult the Faculty's website.

Music

THE SCHULICH SCHOOL OF MUSIC HAS A SEPARATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE

For detailed admission requirements, deadlines and application instructions, consult the School's website.

Nursing

PREREQUISITES

B.Sc. (N)

PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA (00UK) 01Y5; Biology II (00XU), 01YJ;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM); Organic Chemistry I 00XV, 01YH;
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG.
  • Proof of French proficiency.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01, and  Biology II 0B0F;
  • Chemistry 0C01, 0C02, and Organic Chemistry I 0C0F;
  • Math 0M02 and 0M03;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02, and 0P03;
  • Proof of French proficiency
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)

Applicants to this program must have all prerequisites completed prior to entry*.

*Students graduating with a DEC in “Sciences, lettres, et arts” (700.A0) are eligible for all programs. They will NOT be disadvantaged during the admission process if they did not complete all prerequisites. They will be required to complete any missing portion of prerequisites at McGill in addition to their B.Sc. (N.) program requirements.

B.N. (Integrated) (BNI), in-person

  • DEC 180.A0
    The Nursing DEC 180.A0 must have been completed within the last five years.
     

Online B.N. (Integrated) (BNI)

  • DEC 180.A0
    The Nursing DEC 180.A0 must have been completed within the last five years.

Beginning with The BNI is offered in two separate modes of delivery: in-person and online. Admission requirements are the same for both delivery modes and you can apply to both the in-person BNI and the online BNI for the same admission term (this will count as two program choices). If you are admitted to both modes, you will be able to accept only one offer. In the online BNI, all courses will be delivered online only. Likewise, all in-person BNI courses will be delivered in that mode only. While courses in the online BNI will be taught in English, all courses will offer educational materials (readings and slides) in both English and French.

For further information on the online B.N.(Integrated) program, please refer to the Ingram School of Nursing website at mcgill.ca/nursing/programs/bachelors-programs
R-Score minimums
Program Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science
B. Sc. (N) 27.0 27.0
B. N (Integrated)
Only open to students completing the CEGEP 180.A0 program		 25.5 -
online B.N. (Integrated) (BNI)
Only open to students completing the CEGEP 180.A0 program 		25.5 -

Religious Studies

 

The Bachelor in Theology (B.Th) offered through the School of Religious Studies offers academic instruction in the disciplines of theology and a more intensive study of Christianity. The B.Th. degree can be pursued independently or in preparation for ordained ministry and other careers in pastoral settings such as hospitals and schools.  For detailed admission requirements and application instructions, consult the School of Religious Studies website.

Major, Minor and Honours programs in Religious Studies are also offered in the Faculty of Arts.  Applicants interested in these programs, will select the Faculty of Arts on their application.  Consult the admission requirements for the Faculty of Arts (above).

Physical & Occupational Therapy

PREREQUISITES
PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA (00UK), 01Y5; Biology II (00XU), 01YJ;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; NYB (00UM); Organic Chemistry I 00XV, 01YH;
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; NYB (00UP), 01Y2;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; NYB (00US), 01YF; NYC (00UT), 01YG.
  • CASPer: 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.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01 and Biology II 0B0F;
  • Chemistry 0C01, 0C02, and Organic Chemistry I 0C0F;
  • Math 0M02, and 0M03;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02, and 0P03;
  • CASPer: 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.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)

Applicants to these programs must have all prerequisites completed prior to entry.

* If graduating with a DEC in “Sciences, lettres, et arts” (700.A0), you are eligible for admission to the Physical and Occupational Therapy programs. If you are missing prerequisite courses, your application will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. If admitted, you will be required to complete any missing prerequisites at McGill or an institution offering the equivalent in addition to the (B.Sc.Rehab.Sci.) program requirements.
R-Score minimums
Program Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science
Occupational Therapy 31.5 32.0
Physical Therapy 33.8 33.8

Science

PREREQUISITES
PREREQUISITES (Previous DEC)
  • Biology NYA (00UK) 01Y5;
  • Chemistry NYA (00UL), 01Y6; Chemistry NYB (00UM);
  • Math NYA (00UN), 01Y1; Math NYB (00UP) 01Y2; Math NYC (00UQ), 01Y4;
  • Physics NYA (00UR), 01Y7; Physics NYB (00US), 01YF; Physics NYC (00UT), 01YG.
PREREQUISITES (NEW Science DEC)
  • Biology 0B01;
  • Chemistry 0C01 and 0C02;
  • Math 0M02, 0M03, and 0M04;
  • Physics 0P01, 0P02, and 0P03
PREREQUISITES (NEW Arts & Science DEC)
  • Biology 7BL1;
  • Chemistry 7CH1;
  • Math 7MA1, 7MA2, 7MA4;
  • Physics 7PH1, 7PH2 and 7PH3

When a program is highly competitive, applicants who present all prerequisites generally have an advantage*. However, students may be accepted with a minimum of four prerequisites including: Math NYA, Math NYB plus any two science prerequisites. If admitted, any missing courses will be added to the program at McGill.

* Students graduating with a DEC in “Computer Science and Mathematics” (200.C0) are eligible for entry to Computer Science, Geography, Mathematics and Statistics without further prerequisites. Additional biology and/or chemistry courses will be required for students in all other departments in Faculty of Science as part of their McGill program.

*Students graduating with a DEC in “Sciences, lettres, et arts” (700.A0) are eligible for all programs. They will NOT be disadvantaged during the admission process if they did not complete all prerequisites. Depending on their B.Sc. program, they may be required to complete any missing portion of prerequisites at McGill as part of their program requirements.

R-Score minimums
Program Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score Math/Science
Biological, Biomedical and Life Sciences Group 28.0 28.0
Bio-Physical-Computational Sciences Group 29.7 29.7
Neuroscience 33.5 33.5
Physical, Earth, Math and Computer Sciences Group 28.0 28.0

Social Work

PREREQUISITES
  • English 603 (or French 601 for applicants from French CEGEP);
  • The decision to admit also takes into account the additional required documents (consult Additional Supporting Documents).
R-Score minimums
Minimum Overall R-Score Minimum Core R-Score English or French
27.0 25.0

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
     

    Pre-University DEC
    Applicants are not required to submit official transcripts. However, they must enter their permanent code on their admission application. Admission applications submitted without a valid permanent code by CEGEP candidates will be processed only when a valid permanent code is provided. McGill University will obtain an official transcript electronically from MELS. If, for some reason, the University cannot obtain an electronic copy of the grades, an official transcript may be requested from the CEGEP.

    Technical DEC
    Applicants are not required to submit official transcripts. However, they must enter their permanent code on their admission application. Admission applications submitted without a valid permanent code by CEGEP candidates will be processed only when a valid permanent code is provided. McGill University will obtain an official transcript electronically from MELS. If, for some reason, the University cannot obtain an electronic copy of the grades, an official transcript may be requested from the CEGEP.

    Other Quebec Schools

    Collège Marie de France and Collège Stanislas
    All academic documents must be uploaded via your McGill Applicant Portal.

    Alexander von Humbolt German School
    All academic documents must be uploaded via your McGill Applicant Portal.

    Lower Canada College and Stanstead College (Grade 12 or the IB Diploma)
    All academic documents must be uploaded via your McGill Applicant Portal.

    Quebec schools offering another recognized curriculum such as the Ontario OSSD or the New Brunswick NBSSD will be reviewed on requirements in place for Ontario and other Canadian provinces. All academic documents must be uploaded via your McGill Applicant Portal.

  2. Proof of English proficiency

    Applicants from Quebec are NOT required to submit proof of English proficiency if they have:

    • Completed, or are completing, a DEC at an English CEGEP.

    • Completed the Secondary V diploma and have completed, or are completing, a DEC at a French CEGEP.

    If neither of the above situations applies, official test results may be required by the supporting document deadline. Please consult Proof of English proficiency for other exemptions and accepted tests.

  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 process and should not be submitted.

 

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