Montreal, Canada · Public university

McGill University

Research university in Montreal with comparatively lower international fees in some faculties.

Tuition / year

CA$30,000 – CA$62,000

≈ ₹19–38 lakh

Living costs / year

CA$17,000 – CA$22,000

≈ ₹11–14 lakh

Intakes

September · January (some programmes)

English requirement

IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)

Fees, deadlines and awards are indicative and change every year (last reviewed October 2026). Always confirm on the official website before applying — or ask a ReCampus counsellor to check for you.

Study options

Levels

UndergraduatePostgraduatePhD

Subject areas

EngineeringComputer ScienceBusiness & ManagementMedicine & HealthLawSciencesSocial SciencesArts & HumanitiesDesign & Architecture

Why students choose it

  • McCall MacBain Scholarships for master's study
  • Bilingual city — classes in English
  • Lower living costs than Toronto or Vancouver

Application deadlines

UG applications usually close between January and March for September entry. Graduate deadlines vary — often December to February.

Scholarships to explore

Awards tied to McGill University, plus national and India-funded routes for Canada.

All Canada scholarships
Full fundingCanada

McCall MacBain Scholarships

McCall MacBain Foundation

Tuition, fees and a living stipend for a master's or professional degree at McGill.

Usually AugustOfficial site
Full fundingStudy in multiple countries

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's

European Union

Participation costs, travel and a monthly allowance while studying in two or more European countries.

Usually October to January (programme specific)Official site
Full fundingStudy in multiple countries

Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarships

Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation

Up to US$100,000 towards tuition, living and travel at top universities in the US, UK and Europe.

Usually March–AprilOfficial site
Loan scholarshipStudy in multiple countries

J.N. Tata Endowment Loan Scholarship

J.N. Tata Endowment

Loan scholarship for postgraduate study abroad, plus possible travel grant.

Usually MarchOfficial site
Loan scholarshipStudy in multiple countries

K.C. Mahindra Scholarships for Post-Graduate Studies Abroad

K.C. Mahindra Education Trust

Interest-free loan scholarships; top candidates may receive larger awards.

Usually MarchOfficial site

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