McGill University Fees for International Students (Nepal Guide)
McGill University fees for international students, Montreal living costs, proof of funds and IELTS/TOEFL requirements — exact figures for Nepali applicants.
McGill University fees for international students
McGill University lists international undergraduate fees at ~$66k/yr for the Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng), with fees varying by programme (mcgill.ca/undergraduate-admissions). There is no single flat fee across all courses at McGill — engineering, arts, science and management each carry different rates, so the figure you need is the one published for your specific programme on McGill's own admissions page, not a general average quoted elsewhere.
Because programme-level fees vary, treat the B.Eng figure as a reference point, not your budget. Before you apply, check the fee page for your exact programme and intake year. Our course-matching tool can help you line this fee up against your entry profile and shortlist other Canadian options at the same time.
What the fee table actually tells you
| Item | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| McGill B.Eng tuition (international) | ~$66k/yr; varies by programme | mcgill.ca/undergraduate-admissions |
| City | Montreal | — |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 minimum per band) or TOEFL 90 | mcgill.ca/undergraduate-admissions |
The "varies by programme" note matters more than the headline number. A counsellor's first question should always be: which faculty, and what does that faculty's own page quote — not what a blog or agent repeats from memory.
Cost of living in Montreal
McGill is based in Montreal, where the supplied monthly cost-of-living figure is $2,400. Montreal is flagged in our data as the cheapest of the major Canadian cities for international students — but it also runs under Quebec's separate provincial rules, which differ from the rest of Canada on study permits and work permissions. Don't assume Quebec works exactly like Ontario or BC; check the Quebec-specific requirements separately before you plan your budget or your post-study timeline.
Tuition and living costs are two separate numbers. Don't add them together into one total — use McGill's own tuition figure for fees, and the $2,400/month figure for day-to-day budgeting, side by side.
Proof of funds for a Canadian study permit
Proof of funds is assessed per applicant and rises with family size if dependants are travelling with you. The figures below are the ones you'll be asked to show:
| Family size | Proof of funds required (CAD) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 23,448 |
| 2 | 29,192 |
| 3 | 35,888 |
| 4 | 43,572 |
| 5 | 49,419 |
| 6 | 55,736 |
| 7 | 62,054 |
| Each additional person | 6,318 |
A separate family multiplier also applies in some calculations: 1 (single applicant), 1.55 (2 people), 1.85 (3 people), 2.15 (4 people). These are two different ways the same funds requirement can be expressed — use whichever one your visa officer or AECC counsellor asks for, and don't combine both into a new number yourself.
The mistake we see most often: students show proof of funds that matches tuition alone, and forget that the full amount must also cover living costs for the full family size travelling. Check both lines of this table against your own household before you apply.
English language requirements
McGill's published minimum for international undergraduate applicants is IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each band, or TOEFL 90. The overall score is what's advertised, but the band minimum — 6.0 — is what actually trips up otherwise-strong applicants. A 7.0 overall with a 5.5 in writing will not meet this requirement even though the overall average looks comfortable. Check your band-by-band score before you book your test, not after.
Before you apply: what to check on McGill's own page
- The exact tuition figure for your specific programme (not the B.Eng figure used as a general reference here)
- Whether your programme's fee is quoted per year or per full course — these are not interchangeable, and McGill's page will specify which
- The current IELTS/TOEFL minimums for your intake, since these can be revised between application cycles
- Quebec-specific study permit and work rules, since they differ from other provinces
None of this replaces reading McGill's own admissions page directly — treat this guide as the starting point for your checklist, not the final word.
Common questions
What is McGill University's tuition fee for international students?
McGill's published figure for the Bachelor of Engineering is ~$66k/yr, but fees vary by programme. Always confirm the exact figure for your chosen course on McGill's own admissions page before budgeting.
How much money do I need to show for a Canada study permit?
The proof-of-funds figures range from $23,448 for a single applicant up to $62,054 for a family of seven, with $6,318 added for each extra person beyond that. This is separate from your tuition fee — don't combine the two into one number when preparing your documents.
Is Montreal cheaper than Toronto for international students?
Based on the supplied cost-of-living figures, Montreal's monthly cost is $2,400 compared with Toronto's $3,500. Montreal also falls under Quebec's separate study permit rules, so check those rules alongside the cost comparison, not instead of it.
Does my IELTS overall score of 6.5 automatically meet McGill's requirement?
Not necessarily. McGill asks for 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each individual band, so a 6.5 overall average with a lower score in one band — for example writing — would not meet the requirement. Check your section-wise scores before applying.
Official sources
- McGill University — Undergraduate Admissions: https://www.mcgill.ca/undergraduate-admissions/
For other Canadian universities and province-by-province costs, see our Canada study guide, and browse more country-specific breakdowns on the studylinknepal.com blog.