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    Mechanical Engineering

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    Montreal, CAMEngIn-person18 months
    CA$46,903.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    55%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    45
    Credits
    CA$139.00
    App fee

    Mechanical Engineering at McGill University is a 45-credit, 18-month, in-person MEng program based in Montreal, CA. Tuition is CA$46,903.

    About the program

    Course-based program of 45 credits providing background in mechanical engineering with breadth across the field and depth in a specialty area, including a 12-credit design project, seminar, and courses.

    Focus: coursework
    Top 3 in Canada (QS) | Top 3 in Canada (QS)

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    After the program

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    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$21,400.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Mechanical Engineering at McGill University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Mechanical Engineering at McGill University is CA$46,903 across 45 required credits.
    Is Mechanical Engineering at McGill University online or in-person?
    Mechanical Engineering at McGill University is offered in-person.
    How long does Mechanical Engineering at McGill University take to complete?
    Mechanical Engineering at McGill University is structured around 18 months and 45 credits.
    What GPA is required for Mechanical Engineering at McGill University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.3 on a scale of 4.0
    How competitive is Mechanical Engineering at McGill University?
    Mechanical Engineering at McGill University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 55%.