The majority of graduate programs are NOT impacted by recent government announcements about tuition increases.

PhD students from the rest of Canada will continue to pay Quebec fees.
International PhD fees will see the same 3% increase as Quebec fees.

Mathematics & Statistics (M.Sc.)

Program Description

The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Mathematics and Statistics (Thesis) offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the Faculty of Science is a research-intensive program that emphasizes high-quality and focused learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in original thinking, literature review, and academic writing to either continue their studies or pursue professional opportunities.

Unique Program Features

  • Students admitted to the program receive funding;
  • The Department offers a state-of-the-art computer network available for research and educational purposes;
  • Students benefit from Statistical Consulting Service which provides statistical advice;
  • Department Faculty members are leading researchers in a diverse range of fields including Algebra, Algebraic Geometry, Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Category Theory, Combinatorics, Differential Geometry, Differential Equations, Discrete Mathematics, Mathematical Physics, Number Theory, Probability, and Statistics.

University-Level Admission Requirements

  • An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
  • English-language proficiency

Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.

Visit our Educational credentials and grade equivalencies and English language proficiency webpages for additional information.

Program Website

MSc in Mathematics & Statistics website

Department Contact

Graduate Program grad.mathstat [at] mcgill.ca (subject: MSc%20in%20Mathematics%20and%20Statistics) (email)

Available Intakes

Fall

Winter

Application Deadlines

Intake Applications Open Application Deadline - International Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada)
FALL September 15 January 15 January 15
WINTER February 15 July 15 September 1
SUMMER N/A N/A N/A

Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.

Application Resources

Application Workshops

Consult our full list of our virtual application-focused workshops on the Events webpage.

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