McGill University is a world-renowned institution of higher learning located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Founded in 1821, McGill is one of Canada’s oldest and most prestigious universities. McGill offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to over 40,000 students from more than 150 countries. McGill is consistently ranked as one of the world’s top universities and a prestigious Association of American Universities member. McGill admission deadlines vary depending on the program you are applying to, but generally speaking, applications are due in early November for most programs.

McGill Admissions Deadlines

McGill Admission Deadlines vary depending on the program and the type of application. Find a list of important dates below:

Application for admission

• February 1

1st self-reporting period (optional)

• January 6 – February 7

2nd self-reporting period (mandatory)

• March 1 – May 1   

Major Entrance Scholarship application & documents

• February 7

McGill Financial Aid application

• 30 days from the acceptance date

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