McGill admits about 39 students a year to its four-year DMD, and it has dropped the DAT for the 2026-2027 cycle[3]. Instead it looks at your undergraduate GPA, Casper, a CV and a virtual MMI[2]. The Fall 2026 class averaged a 3.90 GPA[1].
McGill dental school requirements at a glance
| Program | Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), four years, taught in English in Montreal.[3] |
|---|---|
| Degree | A 120-credit bachelor’s degree, or a 90-credit bachelor’s with a Quebec DEC, finished by July 31 of the year you start.[3] |
| GPA | Your cumulative GPA from the degree you apply with; no published minimum.[2] |
| Prerequisites | Two biology, two general chemistry, one organic chemistry and two physics courses, all with labs.[3] |
| DAT | Not required for the 2026-2027 cycle.[3] |
| Casper | Required: Casper 2 in English or the French health-sciences test.[3] |
| CV | A CV with verifiers; worth 10% of the interview-selection score.[2] |
| French | Proof of French at B2 level, with exemptions.[3] |
| Interview | Virtual, asynchronous MMI, by invitation.[2] |
| Deadline | November 1, 2026 (documents by November 3).[4] |
Degree and GPA
| Minimum university study | Average admitted |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree (120 credits, or 90 with a DEC) | 3.90 (Fall 2026) |
McGill admits university graduates. The degree you apply with must be a 120-credit bachelor’s in any field (or a 90-credit bachelor’s with a Quebec DEC, for Quebec residents and international applicants), taken full-time and conferred by July 31 of the year you start[3].
- At least 60 consecutive graded credits must be on your transcript when you apply (45 for a second bachelor’s)[3].
- A full course load (about 15 credits a term) is strongly recommended; part-time terms need an explanation[3].
- Up to one course per term, and no more than 10% of your credits, can be pass/fail, but never a science prerequisite[3].
- Graduate grades don’t count in the GPA, but finished grad studies count in the “academic context” score[2].
McGill doesn’t publish a minimum GPA. The Fall 2026 class averaged 3.90, and the class average has stayed between 3.79 and 3.90 for a decade[1].
McGill: average GPA of admitted students
On a 4.0 scale.
Basic science prerequisites
| Course | Amount | Lab | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introductory biology | 6 credits (two courses) | Yes | First-year courses. |
| General or physical chemistry | 6 credits (two courses) | Yes | First-year courses. |
| Organic chemistry | 3 credits (one course) | Yes | Your first organic chemistry course. |
| Introductory physics | 6 credits (two courses) | Yes | A 3-credit calculus course can replace half. |
At least four of the seven courses, with labs, must be done with grades by November 1; up to three can be in progress and finished by May 31[3]. Minimum grades are 60% at CEGEP, a passing grade (usually C) at university, 4 on AP and 5 on IB. Pass/fail isn’t accepted for prerequisites[3].
DAT: not required this cycle
| DAT required | US DAT accepted | Casper required |
|---|---|---|
| No (2026-2027 cycle) | Not used | Yes (English or French) |
McGill has removed the DAT as a requirement for the 2026-2027 application cycle (Fall 2027 entry), and DAT scores aren’t used to rank applicants[3][2]. If McGill brings it back in a later cycle, it will say so on its requirements page. Most other Canadian dental schools still require it; see the comparison on our dental school requirements guide.
Practise with our free DAT practice tests and the PAT breakdown. If you want a full prep course, try DentPrep.
Casper
Casper is mandatory. Register with Acuity Insights for Casper 2 (CSP-10211) in English or the French health-sciences test (CSP-20200F), and choose Dentistry – McGill University[3]. The last test dates before the deadline are October 15, 2026 (English) and October 22, 2026 (French)[3]. It costs about $66, can be taken once per cycle, and counts for 20% of the interview-selection score[3][2].
CV, verifiers and French
Your application includes an academic history workbook, a CV and a list of verifiers who can confirm it. The CV counts for 10% of the interview-selection score[3][2]. Letters of support from alumni, friends or family don’t help, and McGill asks applicants not to send emails or letters to the Dean or committee members[2][4].
Classes are in English, but you need proof of French at B2 level by the deadline. You are exempt if you finished high school and CEGEP in Quebec, studied at least a year in French, or wrote Casper in French. International, Black-pathway and Indigenous-pathway applicants can apply without it but must reach that level by third year[3].
The McGill dental interview (virtual MMI)
| Interview format | Applicants interviewed | Entering class size |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual, asynchronous MMI (Kira Talent) | 101 (2026) | 39 |
Invited applicants do a virtual, asynchronous MMI on Kira Talent: you record your answers between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on your assigned day, in one sitting of under an hour[2]. Stations can be tasks, simulations, scenarios or discussions. Invitations go out at the end of January, and interviews are in early to mid February 2027. Missing it ends your application; there are no make-ups[4]. Practise recording yourself with our sample MMI questions.
How McGill selects
McGill selects in two steps. First, a score that decides who is interviewed[2]:
Then the final ranking is based mainly on the MMI, with your academic and non-academic scores also taken into account. You must reach a minimum on both sides to move forward. McGill has no legacy admissions, and decisions are final[2].
Key dates for 2027 entry
- September 1, 2026Application opens[4]
- October 15 / 22, 2026Last Casper dates in English / French[3]
- November 1, 2026, 9 p.m. ESTApplication deadline[4]
- November 3, 2026All documents due: transcripts, workbook, Casper, CV, verifiers, language proof[4]
- End of January 2027MMI invitations[4]
- Early to mid February 2027Virtual MMI[4]
Quebec, out-of-province and international applicants
Most seats go to Quebec residents: 28 of the 39 students admitted in Fall 2026[1]. Canadians from other provinces need a 120-credit degree and face long odds, and international applicants are considered too[3][2]:
| 2026 | Applications | Interviewed | Admitted | Admitted avg. cGPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quebec residents | 294 | 76 | 19 | 3.92 |
| Other Canadians | 133 | 13 | 7 | 3.83 |
| International | 29 | 12 | 3 | 3.84 |
Source: McGill selection process page[2]. Admitted counts here exclude some special categories, so they add up to less than the full class of 39.
McGill dental school admission statistics
McGill’s class has held at 35 to 40 students since 2012 while the average GPA has crept up from 3.71 to 3.90[1]. For 2026 entry, 456 applications came in across all categories, and 101 applicants were interviewed[2].
McGill: applicants, interviews and admitted students
Each point is one entering class, as reported by the school.
Frequently asked questions
Does McGill require the DAT?
No, not for the 2026-2027 cycle (Fall 2027 entry). McGill says future use is under review.[3]
What GPA do you need for McGill Dentistry?
McGill doesn’t publish a minimum. The Fall 2026 class averaged 3.90.[1]
Do you need a degree for McGill Dentistry?
Yes. A 120-credit bachelor’s (or 90 credits with a Quebec DEC), finished by July 31 of your entry year.[3]
Is Casper required for McGill Dentistry?
Yes. Casper 2 in English or the French health-sciences test, worth 20% of the interview-selection score.[2]
Do you need French for McGill Dentistry?
You need proof of French at B2 level unless you are exempt, for example if you studied in Quebec or wrote Casper in French.[3]
Sources
- McGill Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences: DMD class profiles
- McGill Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences: selection process
- McGill Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences: DMD requirements
- McGill Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences: how to apply
Figures were checked against these sources on November 4, 2026. Dental schools change their rules every cycle, so confirm on the official site before you apply.