- Completion of master’s level studies with: 1) a degree in nursing (either undergraduate or graduate), OR 2) an interest in pursuing research related to nursing practice, education or administration.
- Minimum C.G.P.A. (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of 3.3 or higher on a scale of 4.0 (i.e., B+ or 75% average), in your undergraduate and graduate programs
- O.I.I.Q. (Ordre des infirmières and infirmiers du Québec) registration is required only if you are planning to practice as a nurse in Québec.
- Language requirements, if applicable (see below)
Language requirements
You may need to provide proof of English language proficiency if your mother tongue is not English or you did not complete any previous education in English Please visit the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies website to see if this applies to you. The minimum test scores required at the Ingram School of Nursing are:
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): iBT (internet based test) - 100 overall (no less than 20 in each of the four component scores); PBT (paper based test) - 600.
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System): a band score of 7.5 or greater (Academic module).
When registering for either TOEFL or IELTS, please request that your test results be sent electronically directly to McGill University (Institution Code: 0935).
Competency in French
Although French language proficiency is not a requirement for program admission, a working knowledge of French is an important asset for students who will conduct their dissertation research in Quebec.