McGill University Fees for International Students

McGill tuition for international students varies by faculty and uses a guaranteed-tuition model that locks the rate for the duration of a bachelor's degree - a meaningful advantage over year-on-year increases. Figures are approximate 2026–27 annual estimates. INR values are approximate (around ₹61 per CAD 1).

International undergraduate tuition is locked for the duration of the degree under McGill's guaranteed-tuition model, though compulsory fees and insurance are added on top.

McGill University Fees for Popular Programmes (2026–27)

International tuition spans a wide range - Arts sits at the lower end, while Engineering, Management, and professional programs are considerably higher. All figures are indicative annual international tuition.

Cost of Living in Montreal for International Students

Montreal is one of Canada's most affordable major student cities, so living costs are lower than Toronto or Vancouver but still a significant, separate part of the budget. The estimates below are a monthly guide; accommodation is the largest variable, with on-campus residence (room plus mandatory meal plan) bundled into a single annual fee.

On-campus residence with a mandatory meal plan runs roughly CAD 14,000 – 18,000 for the eight-month academic year, bundling housing and food into one predictable cost. A full year's living expenses in Montreal typically run around CAD 15,000 – 22,000 beyond tuition.

Additional and One-off Costs

Payment Structure

McGill charges tuition by term, with fees billed to the student account (Minerva) and due before or near the start of each semester. International students are automatically enrolled in the International Health Insurance Plan and pay mandatory student fees on top of tuition. The guaranteed-tuition model means international undergraduates in a bachelor's, DMD, or MDCM degree keep the same tuition rate for the duration of their program. Residence rent is billed monthly, while the mandatory meal plan is split into two installments (September and January).

Net Fee After Scholarship

McGill awards entrance scholarships on academic merit, but most are partial and competitive — unlike universities that guarantee a flat international award. Major renewable scholarships can cover a substantial share of tuition, but the majority of international students pay close to the headline rate.

The large renewable awards (e.g. McConnell, Lloyd Carr-Harris, Birks) are few and highly competitive; most international students rely on the smaller one-time entrance scholarships or external funding.

Estimated Total First-Year Cost

A rough all-in estimate for year one (tuition plus ~12 months of living):

Excludes visa, travel, and one-off setup costs; reduces with major scholarships or external funding.

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