History
James McGill died on December 19, 1813, less than two years after writing his will. But for all his foresight, the genesis of the college bearing his name was a difficult, drawn-out affair.
Education
The mission of McGill University is the advancement of learning and the creation and dissemination of knowledge, by offering the best possible education, by carrying out research and scholarly activities judged to be excellent by the highest international standards, and by providing service to society.
Research
McGill University Library advances teaching, learning, research and community service by providing outstanding collections, access to the world of knowledge, excellence in service and an appropriate library environment, all of which are client-focused and responsive to the needs of the McGill community.
Career
The Career Planning Service (CAPS) assists students in career development and search for permanent, part-time, and summer jobs, as well as internships, by providing workshops, individual advising, a comprehensive job posting service, and an extensive Career Resource Centre.
Short Courses
Business & Management (14)
- Certificate Communicating Effectively
- Certificate Effective Leadership
- Certificate Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies
- Certificate Essential Management Skills
- Certificate Excelling in the New World of Retail
- Certificate Influence and Assertiveness
- Certificate Innovating Through Design Thinking
- Certificate McGill Certified Change Management Leader
- Certificate McGill Executive Leadership Experience
- Certificate Organizational Resilience and Growth Strategies
- Certificate SCRUM Master and Agile Development Certification
- Certificate Women Entrepreneurs and Leaders Program
Social Sciences (4)
- Certificate Communicating Effectively
- Certificate Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies
- Certificate Influence and Assertiveness
- Certificate Organizational Resilience and Growth Strategies
Education & Training (1)
- Certificate Coaching for High Performance
Journalism & Media (1)
- Certificate Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
30 1
2023
31 -4
2022
27
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
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2023
46 -2
2022
44
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2023
70 3
2022
73 -6
2021
67
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2024
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2023
54 -3
2022
51
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Student services
Offering McGill students on the downtown and Macdonald campuses high quality and accessible services that facilitate their transition, re-entry and progress through their studies. We are here to help students overcome obstacles that may impede their ability to have a successful and enjoyable student experience in any program at McGill.
Interacting with the University as a whole and its various levels of governance (e.g., student leadership, the Student Life and Learning Group, the Dean of Students, the Ombudsperson for Students, Senate and committees, central administrative officers) to enhance the quality of student life.
Housing services
We recognize that students come to us from a range of ages, socio-economic, cultural, and other backgrounds and therefore have unique needs. They may exhibit a variety of physical and emotional capabilities. Students may also define themselves as being on a gender or sexual orientation continuum. This list is by no means exhaustive, rather it reflects the diversity of our student population.
Library services
The Library is a nexus for students, professors and staff across all faculties, helping to inspire and stimulate the great minds of today and tomorrow. Whether you need a space for quiet study or group work, a public forum for broadening perspectives or a hideaway for quiet introspection, library spaces are here to help you reach the highest levels of academic excellence.
ICT services
McGill Library offers over 600 computer workstations throughout the Library system for use by McGill students, faculty and staff, as well as guest users from the wider community. Guest access provides access to the Library's website, catalogues and electronic resources (journals, e-books, databases, etc.), but not to the Internet in general.
Medical services
The Student Wellness Hub offers trained professionals (from counsellors to Local Wellness Advisors) who will work with you to alleviate distress, promote self-understanding, and develop effective solutions to the obstacles impeding your growth and success.
Campus life
You can reach our downtown campus by public transit (McGill metro station or by bus), by bike, or on foot. If you bring a car, parking on campus is limited. Please be prepared to park off campus.
The Macdonald campus, home to the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and the School of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, is located on the western tip of the Island of Montreal.Sports facilities
In keeping with McGill University’s commitment to education and innovation, Athletics and Recreation vows to provide students and staff opportunities to participate in sport and physical activity within an inclusive environment that values health, well-being, and fairplay. We strive to instill within our community the values of academic and sporting excellence along with the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle.
Student clubs
Student societies are independently run for students, by students. They are here to speak out for you and advocate your interests. Every student at McGill is a member of at least one society, so get involved with yours today!
The Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS) and the U.S. Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) jointly accredit Canadian undergraduate medical education programs. On behalf of these accrediting bodies, a survey team completes an onsite visit of each medical program at least once every eight years.