Inter-Faculty Transfers to BSc(N) for Current McGill Students

Students who are currently registered in a BSc or BA and BSc program at McGill University may be interested to learn that the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) program offers a degree that builds on a strong science base and provides students with the knowledge, skills, and clinical expertise to embark on a rewarding career in the health care sector.

Nursing students study core biological science courses such as physiology, pharmacology, and pathology. Courses from the social sciences such as psychology and anthropology broaden the student’s knowledge base of human behavior and nursing science courses provide the basis for a professional degree that is a passport to the world.

The BSc(N) program is ideal for students who currently enjoy their science studies but miss interacting with people and wonder about future employment opportunities.

Inter-faculty deadlines by faculty/school can be found here. Please note that we do not accept interfaculty applications for Winter term

 

Who is eligible?

Transfer applicants must meet each of the following requirements:

  • Be a student who is in satisfactory standing in the current program of study
  • Have a minimum CGPA of 2.7; 3.0 or above preferred
  • Have completed a minimum of two U0 semesters OR one semester of U1 studies
  • Proof of French proficiency (see Additional Supporting Documents) – emailed to undergraduate.nursing [at] mcgill.ca by the application deadline. PLEASE NOTE that applicants must send the necessary proof (i.e.: transcripts) if they are requesting an exemption.
  • Meet the minimum freshman science requirements or their equivalents in MATH 139 or 140 and 141; BIOL 112, CHEM 110, 120, and 212; PHYS 101 and 102 
  • Provide a sound rationale for seeking transfer (see details for application letter submitted to Admissions Committee)

How to apply

  • Interested applicants submit an electronic transfer application that is available on-line through the Student Records Menu once logged into Minerva.
  • In addition, an application letter that outlines the reason(s) for wanting to transfer from the current program of study into nursing must also be uploaded on the Minerva application. The letter is reviewed by the Ingram School of Nursing Undergraduate Admissions Committee.
  • Students who have not previously provided McGill University with documents related to high school, CEGEP, or previous university studies must provide the Ingram School of Nursing Student Affairs Office with official transcripts.

Application and Supporting Documents deadlines

For Fall admission: March 1st - June 1st

Inter-faculty deadlines by faculty/school can be found here. Please note that we do not accept interfaculty applications for Winter term

Credit transfers

  • All previous McGill University courses (credits and grades, including failures) will be included in the Minerva transcript record of Nursing studies. 

  • Eligible courses from previous McGill studies may be used to fill the B.Sc.(N) elective credit requirements, provided that the courses met our transfer credit guidelines.

Decisions

  • Inter-faculty transfer applicants who have provided all the necessary documentation can expect a decision within 2 to 4 weeks of the closure of the application in most cases.
  • Applicants whose record requires clarification may be asked to meet with a member of the Admissions Committee and a decision rendered after this clarification.
  • Decisions are indicated on Minerva. Successful applicants will receive a personal email via the McGill University email account indicating all transfer credits and other important information (e.g., immunization requirements).
     
  • Applicants are strongly encouraged to begin obtaining the required immunizations in January, as this process can take up to six months. Students who have accepted their offer of admission on Minerva must upload the completed immunization form directly to the Student Wellness Hub, by June 15th. The immunization form can be found here; for information on this program requirement, please review the Ingram School of Nursing’s Clinical requirements web page and contact the School for any questions. Students who have not completed their immunizations by the deadline will be forced to defer their admission for one year.

     

Still not sure?

  • Contact the Nursing Student Affairs Office - undergraduate.nursing [at] mcgill.ca 
  • Meet with a current B.Sc.(N) student – contact the nus.nursing [at] mail.mcgill.ca (Nursing Undergraduate Society )
  • Sit in on a nursing class – contact the undergraduate.nursing [at] mcgill.ca (Undergraduate Nursing Student Affairs Coordinators)

 

N.B. IFT is not possible to the Bachelor of Nursing (Integrated) programs, unless you have successfully completed the Nursing DEC 180.A0 within the last five years. For more information, please contact undergraduate.nursing [at] mcgill.ca 

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