🇨🇦 McGill University — Tuition, Scholarships & Visa Pathway for International Students
QS 2027 #30 · CAD $31,837–71,687 a year · Montréal
Quick Facts
| Location | Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
|---|---|
| Global Ranking | #30 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (published June 2026). |
| International Students | 31% of the student body is international — the highest proportion of any Canadian research university, from 150+ countries |
| English Requirement | Typically IELTS 6.5+ overall, varies by program |
Tuition for International Students (2026-27)
CAD $31,837–71,687 per year (2026-27 tuition for new international undergraduates (Education to Management)). Source: McGill Student Accounts: 2026-27 international rates (PDF), checked 30 October 2026. Add at least CAD $24,617 a year for living costs (study visa minimum; source below).
Real Scholarships — Not Just a List of Names
One-Year Entrance Scholarship
$3,000 non-renewable, often assessed automatically on admission — no separate application needed for most applicants.
Major Entrance Scholarships
$12,000 to $48,000, typically renewable across your degree — merit-based, automatic consideration for most applicants.
McCall MacBain Scholarship
McGill's flagship fully-funded graduate scholarship — covers tuition, a living stipend, and relocation grants for Master's and select professional programs.
Differential Fee Waivers (graduate)
Can cover the gap between international and Quebec-resident tuition for eligible graduate students — a genuinely significant reduction if you qualify.
Visa & Post-Study Work Pathway
McGill graduates are eligible for the PGWP and Quebec has its own immigration stream (Quebec Skilled Worker Program / PEQ) in addition to Express Entry — worth understanding both since Quebec's system runs somewhat separately from the rest of Canada's provincial programs. Beyond the overall ranking, McGill is also ranked #1 in Canada specifically for social and environmental sustainability impact — a genuine, checkable credential for applicants weighing sustainability alongside academic reputation.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is McGill good for international students?
McGill University is ranked #30 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, 1st of the 20 universities in Canada covered on VisaCalc. International tuition runs CAD $31,837–71,687 a year depending on the program. After graduating: post-Graduation Work Permit: up to 3 years after a 2+ year program (field-of-study rules apply to most college grads). Whether it is a good fit depends on your program, budget and career plans; use the cost calculator and comparison charts on this page.
What tuition does McGill charge international students?
CAD $31,837–71,687 per year (2026-27 tuition for new international undergraduates (Education to Management)), checked 30 October 2026.
What IELTS score do I need for McGill?
Typically IELTS 6.5+ overall, varies by program
Can I work in Canada after graduating from McGill?
McGill graduates are eligible for the PGWP and Quebec has its own immigration stream (Quebec Skilled Worker Program / PEQ) in addition to Express Entry — worth understanding both since Quebec's system runs somewhat separately from the rest of Canada's provincial programs.
See the full Canada university landscape and visa pathway.
🇨🇦 Canada University Tiers Guide 🔗 Official McGill Website
Worked example: a full degree at McGill University
An international student starting a 4-year bachelor's at the lowest fee shown, budgeting the official visa living-cost figure. Rates are converted at the 29 Oct 2026 reference rates; use the calculator above to change any assumption.
| Tuition | C$31,837 a year (lowest rate in the published range: 2026-27 tuition for new international undergraduates (Education to Management)) |
| Living costs | C$24,617 a year (IRCC study permit minimum for one person outside Quebec, from 1 Sept 2026 (Quebec: $24,617)) |
| Years | 4 (typical bachelor's length) |
| Total, fees flat | C$225,816 ≈ ₹1.54 crore ≈ $161,090 |
| Total if costs rise 4% a year | C$239,730 ≈ ₹1.63 crore |
| Most expensive programme, same assumptions | C$385,216 ≈ ₹2.62 crore |
The visa living-cost figure is a legal minimum, not a comfortable budget. Scholarships are not deducted.
Sources
- McGill Student Accounts: 2026-27 international rates (PDF)
- XuanXiao: QS World University Rankings 2027 (top 50)
- CIC News: study permit funds rise to $23,448
- Exchange rates: open.er-api.com reference rates, 29 Oct 2026
How we checked this page
Fees for McGill University come from the McGill Student Accounts: 2026-27 international rates (PDF); the QS 2027 position from XuanXiao: QS World University Rankings 2027 (top 50); living costs from CIC News: study permit funds rise to $23,448. Checked on 30 October 2026. Course-level fees vary, so confirm your exact program on the official McGill University website before paying anything. VisaCalc is independent of McGill University. Not admissions or immigration advice.