Bachelor of Biology and Mathematics

Academic Requirements

For students applying to the Bachelor of Biology and Mathematics program at McGill University, the following Academic Requirements must be met:

• Applicants must have obtained a recognized academic pre-university diploma leading to university studies in their country. Studies in applied programs or at vocational or technical high schools are not normally eligible for admission consideration.
• While the minimum requirement is the equivalent of a B+ average, most programs will have higher requirements.
• Applicants are reviewed on their high school transcript with particular emphasis on yearly averages and results in prerequisite subjects. Prerequisite subjects must have been completed during the last two years of high school.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
• For international students from Vietnam, the accepted credential is the Bàng Tót Nghiêp Phó Thông Trung Hoc (Upper Secondary School Graduation Certificate).
• Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as specific deadlines for application are January 15 for admission and March 1 for supporting documents.

For any clarification or support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors who are ready to assist you.

Language Requirements

Since English is the primary language of instruction and communication at McGill, you must demonstrate an adequate level of proficiency in English, regardless of your citizenship status or country of origin. Below are the accepted English proficiency tests and their requirements:

Proof of proficiency – required:

• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
  • IBT (Internet-Based Test): 86 overall, no less than 20 in each of the four component scores.
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
  • A band score of 6.5 or greater (Academic module).
  • The regular Academic test and the UKVI test are accepted.
  • McGill does not accept the IELTS Online test.
  • McGill does not accept the IELTS One Skill Retake.
• McGill Certificate of Proficiency in English or McGill Certificate of Proficiency – English for Professional Communication

Please note that these are minimum acceptable scores. The McGill graduate department to which you are applying may require higher test scores. Please verify the program-specific requirements by visiting the department website.

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.