<p>I would qualify for a scholarship if only I hadn't gotten 580 on my math SAT I (all of my other scores are over 660 and I have a very high rank). If I was accepted, would I be able to retake the SAT and get a scholarship? If not, it's not the end of the world. Compared to everywhere else, McGill costs nothing!</p>
<p>From what I've heard, McGill adheres very strictly to its cut-off marks, whether for admissions or scholarships, so tough luck. But don't take my word for it; they may very well accept a retake.</p>
<p>My son's experience has been that scholarship money is quite limited for international students, especially the so-called entrance scholarships. While you might qualify for small amounts based on grades after the first year, the bulk of funds are limited to Canadian students. </p>
<p>Maybe I'm cynical, but I believe one of the reasons McGill has been active recruiting in the U.S. is that it wants and needs the substantially higher tuitions paid by international students. And although the US dollar is much weaker these days, even the higher international student tuition is a bargain, especially considering the quality of the education and the school's reputation here in the US once you begin job hunting.</p>
<p>Scholarships are strictly given by cut-offs and it is unlikely that one will recieve a scholarship if they do not fit the cut-off.</p>
<p>What kind of scores and grades do you guys think an American student would need for a scholarship?</p>
<p>They're listed somewhere on the website. A basic scholarship, I believe, may be awarded if you have 660+ on all of your SATs (not composite, of course).</p>
<p>I would check with the admissions people about merit aid for international students. My son's experience is that it is extremely limited. His SAT's were both in the middle 700s four years ago and his GPA at 4.0. He applied for merit aid, submitted the essay and other additional documents required, but did not receive any merit money. While many of his Canadian friends were receiving at least small amounts of aid, none of the international students he's met do. </p>
<p>Compared to US schools, though, McGill is a real bargain even without aid. Not only is tuition low -- actually below the cost of our state university -- but living expenses in Montreal should also be taken into consideration. After your first year, you'll move out of university housing and you'll find rents in the city to be quite low by comparison to any other major city in North America. The city is also quite student friendly with student discounts available for many public facilities and services. If you look at the total cost, you may find that even with aid packages from US universities of similar reputation, McGill is less expensive.</p>
<p>jpm150 is correct. My d. was way above the cut-off points, but as an
international did not receive any aid. I dont think the information on the web site is very helpful, it is certainly a little misleading.</p>
<p>jpm150's other information is also correct. Even without a scholarship, McGill is a bargain, and the atmosphere of MTL. unbeatable for learning and fun.</p>
<p>So, without scholarships, how much does McGill cost an American freshmen and after you leave residence? Is getting federal aid harder since the university in in Canada?</p>
<p>It cost our family about 21K US last year when my d. was a first-year
at McGill ( they call it a "year zero".) This year the rise in international tuition was offset by a better exchange rate, and cheaper housing off-campus, so the total will be the same, or slightly less.</p>
<p>We dont get any federal aid, but I believe that attending McGill will get you
the same Strafford loans, and other aid, as any college in the U.S.</p>
<p>One more financial consideration -- McGill proved to be very generous when it came to granting credits for AP classes, which is often not the case with US schools. My son received 6 credits each for his two English APs and three for another I can't recall at the moment. They also allowed those credits to be used to satisfy major and concentration requirements. Essentially, he received one semester's worth of credits at no cost. </p>
<p>You can check out tuitions online -- they vary by school. The univeristy also has a large laundry list of misc. fees that add substantially to the bill, and as a non-Canadian, they require you buy medical coverage, which runs approx. $600 to $800 Canadian. Rents and utilities in the McGill Ghetto (the area right around the school) are considered high by Montreal standards and ran about $450-$500/mo. Cheaper rents are available if you look. </p>
<p>As I understand it, Stafford loans are made to students, not schools, and are therefore available for study at McGill.</p>