I’m an international student applying to the software engineering and computer science programs. I’m doing IB and an american diploma at a US school overseas. My predicted/anticipated IB result was 39/45 two weeks ago. Due to a new administrator’s deflation policy, my predicted is now a 32/45. Since our grading scale is an american diploma one, my 10-12 GPA is 3.3. The only thing I have going for me is a 2130 SAT score with a full mark in math and 690 verbal and 700+ in physics and math 2 SAT II.
Can I choose which diploma to apply with? If so what are my chances for each one? Is there any way I can let someone know about the deflation policy?
Several faculties offer computer science at McGill: science, engineering and arts. Your predicated IB 32/39 is below the minimum for all 3 faculties. Minimums are cut and dry, and any explanation will most likely not help your case. However, your American diploma GPA for 10-12 is 3.3 may equate to a B+. And even better if your grade 11/ 12 is higher. With an American diploma, you need to submit SATs, and yours exceed the minimum. I would recommend applying with your American diploma, gpa and SATs rather than IB predicted.
McGill minimum entry requirements are published: http://www.mcgill.ca/applying/how-we-make-decisions/minimum-grades-used-admission-previous-years/unitedstates