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Admission Procedures

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Admission Procedures for Programs in the School of Continuing Studies

The following sections describe application and admission procedures for the various programs within the School of Continuing Studies. For more information, contact:

  • School of Continuing Studies
  • Telephone: 514-398-6200
  • Email: admissions.conted [at] mcgill.ca
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Admission Procedures: Continuing Studies Undergraduate and Graduate Certificates and Diplomas

Admission Procedures: Continuing Studies Undergraduate and Graduate Certificates and Diplomas

The Client Services Office of the School of Continuing Studies processes admissions to the School's programs, except for the Bachelor of Commerce and the Bachelor of Education programs.

鶹AV's online application form is available at www.mcgill.ca/applying. Applications for admission must be submitted online. However, a paper application is available upon request when online submission is not possible. For more information, please call 514-398-6200 or email admissions.conted [at] mcgill.ca.

Application Deadlines for all programs Canadian/Permanent Residents International Students
Fall term May 1 March 1
Winter term Sept. 1 July 1
Spring term Jan. 1 Nov. 1

Application Fee

Application Fee

A non-refundable application fee of $80.72 in Canadian or U.S. funds, payable by Visa or MasterCard, is required. This fee includes application for evaluation of transcripts for students requesting Advanced Standing in a program at the time of admission.

鶹AV's highly secured e-payment service minimizes cardholder risk. Your credit card information is passed instantly to the Moneris payment gateway and is not stored at 鶹AV. Moneris handles 80% of all credit card transactions processed in Canada. 鶹AV cannot process online applications without a valid credit card. If you cannot pay by credit card, please call 514-398-6200 for assistance.

Tracking the Status of Your Application

Tracking the Status of Your Application

A notice acknowledging receipt of your application to 鶹AV will be sent to the email address indicated on your application.

This acknowledgment notice will contain a 鶹AV identification number and a PIN that you can subsequently use to log on to Minerva, 鶹AV’s self-service web-based administrative system, at www.mcgill.ca/applying/ive-applied-now-what/track-your-application-status.

You will be able to check the status of your application, including the receipt of supporting documents, on Minerva.

Supporting Documents for Undergraduate Programs

Supporting Documents for Undergraduate Programs

The following documents must be received before the application can be processed:

  1. An unofficial transcript (if applicable) accompanied by two pieces of identification. Arrangements should be made to have an official transcript sent directly from the former educational institution to the School of Continuing Studies.

    (See University Regulations and Resources > Continuing Studies > Personal Information > Submitting Legal Documents > Why Does 鶹AV Collect Legal Documents from You?.)

    Applicants applying on the basis of the CEGEP Diplôme d'études collégiales (DEC) must provide their Permanent Code so that 鶹AV can access their CEGEP transcripts electronically.

  2. Proof of age: Students 21 years of age and over, who do not have the normal academic background for admission, may be admitted as mature students. Two pieces of personal identification must be attached.
  3. TOEFL, IELTS, APIEL, 鶹AV SCS-TELP, 鶹AV Certificate of Proficiency in English – Language and Culture, or Certificate of Proficiency – English for Professional Communication, or CEEN 421 and CEEN 422 with a minimum grade of B-, if your mother tongue is other than English.

    (See School of Continuing Studies > Areas of Study > Career and Professional Development > Undergraduate Certificate Programs, Part-Time BCom > About Admission Regulations for Certificate Programs > Proof of Proficiency in English.)

    Students who have completed both Secondary V and a Diploma of Collegial Studies in Quebec (DEC) are not required to submit proof of proficiency in English.

Supporting Documents for Graduate Programs

Supporting Documents for Graduate Programs

Candidates wishing to apply to a graduate program must have a degree (i.e., a bachelor's degree) from a recognized university that is equivalent to an undergraduate degree as approved by Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies or the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Diversité et de l'Inclusion. Programs may have additional admission requirements. Please refer to the admission requirements specified in the program description.

The following documents must be received before the application can be processed:

  1. An unofficial transcript with confirmation of degree awarded and date of graduation or a letter from the university confirming expected date of completion (if the degree has not been granted yet).
  2. All students must make arrangements to have an official transcript sent by their previous institution to the School's Client Services – 鶹AV before their application can be considered. The transcript must be in the original language with an official translation if not in English or French, along with confirmation of degree awarded and date of graduation.
  3. TOEFL, IELTS, APIEL, 鶹AV SCS-TELP, 鶹AV Certificate of Proficiency in English – Language and Culture, or Certicate of Proficiency – English for Professional Communication, or CEEN 421 and CEEN 422 with a minimum grade of B-, if your mother tongue is other than English.

    (See School of Continuing Studies > Areas of Study > Career and Professional Development > Graduate Programs, Diplomas and Graduate Certificates > Academic Regulations > Proof of Proficiency in English.)

    Students who have completed both Secondary V and a Diploma of Collegial Studies in Quebec (DEC) must provide the respective transcripts, and are not required to submit proof of proficiency in English.

Note: You cannot apply as a Mature student for graduate-level programs.

Due Date for Documentation Requirements for 鶹AV Applications

Due Date for Documentation Requirements for 鶹AV Applications

Please refer to the School's website for additional information regarding the submission of all required supporting documents, including transcripts, statements of standing, test scores, letters of recommendation, etc. (depending on the program).

What are Official Documents at 鶹AV?

What are Official Documents at 鶹AV?

鶹AV requires official versions of all transcripts and statements of Academic Standing from schools or other education institutions. Test scores and examination results must also be official. At 鶹AV, “official” signifies that the school, educational institution, or Examination Board, for students who write Advanced-level examinations, sends directly to 鶹AV without intermediary all transcripts, statements of Academic Standing, test scores, and examination results. We do not accept as “official”: copies of documents certified by a notary, commissioner of oaths, Canadian Education Centre, or embassy staff member. We do not make conditional decisions based on unofficial transcripts or statements of Academic Standing.

We recognize that in some countries, it is difficult to arrange for schools to send official transcripts. We also recognize that individuals who no longer reside in the country where they studied face particular challenges in arranging for official documentation. Should this be the case, please communicate this to us in writing and, if warranted, we will consider extending the deadline for document submissions.

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Admission Procedures: Bachelor of Commerce (Part-Time)

Admission Procedures: Bachelor of Commerce (Part-Time)

Admission to the Bachelor of Commerce (Part-Time) program is through Enrolment Services; students can apply online at www.mcgill.ca/applying. For more information, please refer to Bachelor of Commerce for Part-Time Students.

Application deadlines and procedures, as well as other admission information, can also be obtained from:

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Admission Procedures: Faculty of Education, Continuing Education Programs

Admission Procedures: Faculty of Education, Continuing Education Programs

Application for admission to Faculty of Education, Continuing Education programs can be made online at www.mcgill.ca/applying. Students should complete the application form and submit the required documents to the appropriate academic area. For application deadlines and procedures, visit www.mcgill.ca/continuingstudies/about-scs/academic-areas/education.

Applicants to the First Nations and Inuit programs must contact the Office of First Nations and Inuit Education for admission information at 514-398-4533.

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