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McGill University

Montreal, Quebec · Public University · Est. 1821

QS World #29 Admissions open
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Type
Public University
Founded
1821
Students
40,000
International
12,000

Overview

McGill University is a public university, established in 1821, located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is ranked #29 globally in the QS World University Rankings.

Ranking figures are indicative and provided for general guidance — always verify current positions with the official QS rankings and the university.

Programs at McGill

24 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Data Science

Bachelor of Data Science

McGill University

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 129,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Economics

Bachelor of Economics

McGill University

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 129,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Law (JD)

Bachelor of Law (JD)

McGill University

⏱ 5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 215,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Medicine (MD)

Bachelor of Medicine (MD)

McGill University

⏱ 5 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 215,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

McGill University

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 129,000 total

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Data Science

Master of Data Science

McGill University

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 86,000 total
Master's Degree Economics

Master of Economics

McGill University

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 86,000 total
Master's Degree Law (JD)

Master of Law (JD)

McGill University

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 86,000 total
Master's Degree Medicine (MD)

Master of Medicine (MD)

McGill University

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 86,000 total
Master's Degree Psychology

Master of Psychology

McGill University

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 86,000 total

PhD / Doctorate

PhD / Doctorate Computer Science

PhD in Computer Science

McGill University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 172,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Data Science

PhD in Data Science

McGill University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 172,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Economics

PhD in Economics

McGill University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 172,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Law (JD)

PhD in Law (JD)

McGill University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 172,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Medicine (MD)

PhD in Medicine (MD)

McGill University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 172,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Psychology

PhD in Psychology

McGill University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 CAD 172,000 total

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

CAD 43,000 – CAD 58,000/yr

Moderate tuition

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry.

English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90 (varies by programme).

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry..
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Canada.

Last updated 11 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.