Communication Sciences & Disorders (Non-Thesis): Speech-Language Pathology (M.Sc.A.)

Frequently asked questions

• How much does Communication Sciences & Disorders (Non-Thesis): Speech-Language Pathology (M.Sc.A.) cost?

  CAD 6,078 / year.

• What English score does it need?

  IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.

• How long is it?

  2 years, as listed by the university.

• What are the entry requirements?

  McGill Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies minimum (all applicants, regardless of country): a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent as recognized by McGill) in a subject closely related to the one selected for graduate studies; unless otherwise specified, a Master's program requires a four-year undergraduate degree in a related area, and a doctoral (PhD) program generally requires a Master's degree in a related area; minimum CGPA 3.0 out of 4.0, or GPA 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time studies (some departments require more). Credentials are assessed for equivalency with a McGill degree. Source: https://www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/how-apply || Department admission requirements (https://coursecatalogue.mcgill.ca/en/graduate/medicine-health-sciences/communication-sciences-disorders/): McGill University Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies requires that applicants to graduate programs hold an undergraduate degree with a minimum B average (3.0 on a 4.0 point scale) or better. However, as admission is highly competitive the mean GPA of admitted students is generally much higher. Please note that incomplete or late applications will not be considered. English Language Requirement for Non-Canadian Students: Applicants to graduate studies whose mother tongue is not English and who have not completed an undergraduate or graduate degree from a recognized foreign institution where English is the language of instruction or from a recognized Canadian institution (anglophone or francophone), must submit documented proof of competency in oral and written English prior to admission: - the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 4.5 on the Internet-based test with minimum component scores of no less than 4; OR - the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall band score of 7.0. M.Sc. (Applied): An applicant must hold an undergraduate degree in any discipline. The program is highly competitive and we have space for fewer than 10% of applicants; the mean cumulative undergraduate GPA for admitted students falls at around 3.8 on a 4.0 scale. There are 21 credits of prerequisite coursework, including 3 credits in statistics, and a total of 18 credits across the disciplines of linguistics and psychology or related areas (with a minimum of 6 credits each in linguistics and psychology). Please refer to mcgill.ca/scsd/programs/slp/how-apply/prerequisite-courses for important details on the nature of these prerequisites. || Additional requirements set by the department: #### M.Sc. (Applied) Casper Online Test - 21 credits prerequisite coursework, provide details via the online application management system, as specified - Brief personal statement - Curriculum vitae - Two reference letters (one professional and one academic) #### M.Sc. (Thesis) and Ph.D. - Personal statement - Curriculum vitae - Writing sample - Acceptance by a research supervisor - Two reference letters (academic) If available, applicants are encouraged to submit reports of their performance on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 120 · English test waiver: Proof of English proficiency is normally not required if the applicant: has obtained (or is about to obtain) an undergraduate or graduate degree from a recognized institution in Canada or the United States of America (anglophone or francophone); or has obtained (or is about to obtain) an undergraduate or graduate degree from a recognized foreign institution where English is the language of instruction; or has lived and attended university, or been employed, for at least four consecutive years, in a country where English is the acknowledged primary language. Documentation proving the condition must be sent directly to the department, which then waives the requirement. Source: https://www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/how-apply/you-apply-mcgill/proficiency · GRE/GMAT: If available, applicants are encouraged to submit reports of their performance on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). · Application fee: CAD 143.82, non-refundable - McGill GPS states this as the graduate application fee for Summer 2027; one fee covers up to two applications in the same term; payable by credit card only; GPS offers no application fee waivers; some programs may have additional fees. Source: https://www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/how-apply/application-support · Deposit: CAD 1,000 confirmation deposit for International Students in Graduate Non-Thesis Programs, applied to the term of registration; forfeited if the student does not enrol. Source: https://www.mcgill.ca/student-accounts/new-students/deposits