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Not sure where to find the help you need, or where you can find a particular service on campus?  The Ask¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ team is here to help you find your way!

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We are approximately 15 student-staff members who are trained to help you find the information and services you need to make the most of your ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ experience.ÌýWe're available at locations around the downtown and Macdonald campuses to answer your questions.ÌýWe hope to see you soon!

Locations & ScheduleAsk ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ written in a red speech bubble

Summer 2025

Visit us in person during the opening hours listed below.Ìý You can also call or send us an email and we'll respond during business hours:  514-398-8238 or student.services [at] mcgill.ca.

LOCATION HOURS

Brown Student Services Building (3600 rue McTavish)
Ground floor lobby, East Wing entrance at rue McTavish.

Monday to Friday, 9 am- 4 pm, for in-person inquiries.

Closures:
Student Services are closed on June 23, 24, and 30, as well as July 1, 11, 18, and 25.

Macdonald Campus: Centennial Centre lobby (21111 Lakeshore Road)
Ground floor lobby
Returning August 2025.

 Occasional exceptions to the schedules above may occur in case of staff illness or circumstances beyond our control.

Frequently Asked Questions by Topic

We’ve gathered answers to some of the most common student questions — all in one place. Whether you’re looking for info about financial aid, health and wellness, academic support, or anything in between, the FAQs below can help. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, our Ask¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Student Navigators are here to guide you.ÌýDon't hesitate to reach out!

Application & Admissions

How do I apply to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ?

Undergraduate applicants: 

To apply to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ, you'll need to review admission requirements and submit an online application through ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ's Undergraduate Admissions website. Visit Undergraduate Admissions for step-by-step instructions, key dates, and program-specific details.Ìý

Graduate applicants: 

Graduate students must apply online through ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ's Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Application procedures, program requirements, and deadlines vary by department. Visit Grad Applicants to get started.Ìý

Continuing Studies applicants: 

To apply to a program at the School of Continuing Studies, follow the step-by-step instructions listed on their admissions page. Visit Future Students, How to Apply to a Program for details on Undergraduate and Graduate-Level Programs, and Professional Development Certificates.Ìý

What are ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ's admissions requirements?

Undergraduate applicants: 

 ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ's admission requirements vary depending on your educational background and the program(s) you're applying to. To find the specific criteria that apply to you, visit Undergraduate Admissions Requirements.Ìý

Graduate applicants: 

Admission requirements for graduate programs at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ vary by faculty and program. For information on the minimum admission requirements, visit Graduate Applying and Admissions.Ìý

School of Continuing Studies applicants: 

For Undergraduate and Graduate Certificates and Professional Development Certificates, review the admission requirements found on the individual program’s page that you have chosen.Ìý

Does ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ have a language requirement?

Undergraduate applicants: 

Proof of English proficiency is an important part of the application process for many applicants to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ.Ìý To determine whether or not you need to submit proof of English, please visit English Language Proficiency.

Graduate applicants:  

To ensure students are prepared for academic success, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ requires proof of English proficiency for many graduate programs. For details to determine whether proof of language proficiency is required for your situation, visit English Language Proficiency for future Graduate students.Ìý 

Continuing Studies applicants: 

Most programs at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ's School of Continuing Studies require applicants to demonstrate English proficiency. For details on accepted proofs and exceptions, please refer to the Proof of English Proficiency page.Ìý

What documents do I need to submit for my application and how do I submit them?

Undergraduate applicants: 

The documents you need to submit for your undergraduate application depend on your educational background and the program you're applying to. For detailed information on required documents and how to upload them, visit Submit Documents.Ìý

Graduate applicants: 

Document requirements for graduate applications vary by program. For details on what to submit and how, visit Graduate Documents and Submission.Ìý

When is the application deadline?

Undergraduate applicants: 

Deadlines differ based on your educational background and the program you're applying to. For detailed information, visit Check Admission Requirements.Ìý

Graduate applicants: 

Each graduate program has its own program-specific deadlines. It's essential to check the departmental websites for precise dates. Unless a program has specified an earlier deadline, the application deadlines are available on Future Graduate Students, Application Deadlines.Ìý

School of Continuing Studies applicants: 

Deadlines vary by program type: 

  • Undergraduate and Graduate Certificates: Application deadlines vary depending on your citizenship status (domestic or international) and the program you are applying to. Refer to the Undergraduate and Graduate Certificates page for specific deadlines.Ìý
  • Professional Development Certificates: Details on application periods can be found on the Professional Development Certificates page.Ìý

How do I contact the Admissions Office?

If you need to communicate with someone at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ about your application, please consult Admissions - Contact Us.Ìý

Financial Aid & Scholarships

How much is tuition?

See  for the latest tuition rates. To have an estimate of your annual tuition and fees, select either the Undergraduate Fees Table, Graduate Fees Table or Continuing Studies Fees on the left-hand side of the page to bring up the Fee Calculators.

What scholarships are available?

Undergraduate applicants: 

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµâ€™s Scholarships and Student Aid offers two distinct financial support programs for all newly accepted, first-year, first-degree undergraduate students. See Future Undergraduates for further information.Ìý

Graduate applicants: 

Graduate student funding is managed by ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµâ€™s academic departments and students should inquire about financial support accordingly. Scholarships and Student Aid can only supplement to meet modest deficits on the basis of financial need.Ìý Visit ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ Need-Based Assistance for Graduate Students for more information.Ìý

Other funding: 

Many students are not aware of the numerous funding opportunities available to them in addition to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµâ€™s core financial aid and awards. We strongly encourage you to investigate these options through Scholarship and Student Aid’s Special Funding.Ìý

Academics

What majors or academic programs do you offer?

Browse Undergraduate programs by category.Ìý

Browse Graduate programs by faculty.Ìý

Search the School of Continuing Studies by area of interest or type of program.Ìý

General Support

What is Minerva?

Minerva is a user-friendly web interface to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ's central information system, available to applicants, alumni, former students (non-alumni), students and their designated guests. See for information on how to access and log in to Minerva.

How do I request an official copy of my transcript? (eTranscripts)

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ students and alumni or former students who were registered or graduated from ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓÆµ after the early 1970s can request an Official Transcript in PDF format (eTranscript) to send to educational institutions, employers, funding agencies, immigration authorities, or any third party. See Official Transcripts for further information.Ìý 

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