How hard is it to get into medical school in Canada?
The eleven Canada schools reporting both numbers took 35,705 applications for 1,789 seats, about 20 applications for every place. University of Manitoba Max Rady College of Medicine has the shortest odds of the group at 5 applications per seat.
| School | Applications | Class size | Applications per seat | Share who enrol | Median MCAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Manitoba Max Rady College of Medicine | 596 | 110 | 5 | 18.5% | 514 |
| University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine | 727 | 100 | 7 | 13.8% | 510 |
| University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine | 2,869 | 288 | 10 | 10.0% | 514 |
| University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine | 2,034 | 150 | 14 | 7.4% | 514 |
| Western University Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry | 2,415 | 171 | 14 | 7.1% | n/a |
| University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine | 4,319 | 259 | 17 | 6.0% | n/a |
| University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry | 4,319 | 162 | 27 | 3.8% | 512 |
| Northern Ontario School of Medicine | 1,975 | 69 | 29 | 3.5% | 510 |
| McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine | 5,868 | 205 | 29 | 3.5% | 513 |
| University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine | 4,802 | 166 | 29 | 3.5% | 510 |
| Queen's University School of Medicine | 5,781 | 109 | 53 | 1.9% | 511 |
Share who enrol is the class divided by the applications, so it sits below a school's acceptance rate, because schools admit more people than take up a place. It is the closest figure the published numbers support.
These are the odds across everyone who applied, so a score at or above a school's median shortens them considerably. The schools that admit at the lowest medians nationally and your own chances of getting in both go further into it.
Medical schools in Canada at a glance
All sixteen medical schools in Canada are below, with median MCAT and GPA, tuition in and out of state, class size and the share of applicants who reach interview. Each figure is the most recent one the school has published.
2026–27 cycle data. Last updated 30 August 2026.
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| School | Degree | Apply through | Founded | Median MCAT | Median GPA | In-state tuition | Out-of-state tuition | Class size | Secondary essays | Interview rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine | MD | Direct to the school | 1950 | 514 | 3.9 | $21,006[2] | $21,006 | 288 | n/a | n/a |
| University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine | MD | Direct to the school | 1967 | 514 | 3.85 | $16,063[2] | $16,063 | 150 | n/a | n/a |
| University of Manitoba Max Rady College of Medicine | MD | Direct to the school | 1883 | 514 | 4.18[1] | n/a | n/a | 110 | n/a | n/a |
| McGill University Faculty of Medicine | MD | Direct to the school | 1829 | 513 | 3.91 | $17,191[2] | $45,752 | 183 | n/a | n/a |
| McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine | MD | OMSAS | 1965 | 513 | 3.87 | $26,127[2] | $95,997 | 205 | n/a | n/a |
| University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry | MD | Direct to the school | 1969 | 512 | 3.92 | $14,754[2] | $14,754 | 162 | 3 | n/a |
| Queen's University School of Medicine | MD | OMSAS | 1854 | 511 | 3.81 | $27,483[2] | $27,483 | 109 | n/a | n/a |
| University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine | MD | OMSAS | 1965 | 510 | 3.94 | $28,500[2] | $28,500 | 166 | n/a | n/a |
| Northern Ontario School of Medicine | MD | OMSAS | 2005 | 510 | 3.82 | $15,501[2] | $15,501 | 69 | 7 | n/a |
| University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine | MD | Direct to the school | 1926 | 510 | 3.79 | n/a | n/a | 100 | n/a | n/a |
| Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine | MD | Direct to the school | 1967 | 506 | 3.85 | n/a | n/a | 80 | n/a | n/a |
| Université de Sherbrooke Faculté de Médecine et des Sciences de la Santé | MD | Direct to the school | 1974 | 506 | n/a | $30,481[2] | $33,855 | 206 | n/a | n/a |
| University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine | MD | OMSAS | 1843 | n/a | 3.96 | $25,660[2] | n/a | 259 | 3 | n/a |
| Université Laval Faculté de Médecine | MD | Direct to the school | 1828 | n/a | n/a | $15,400[2] | $20,025 | 223 | n/a | n/a |
| Université de Montréal Faculté de Médecine | MD | Direct to the school | 1843 | n/a | n/a | $4,070[2] | $12,550 | 291 | n/a | n/a |
| Western University Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry | MD | OMSAS | 1881 | n/a | 3.87 | $27,358[2] | $27,358 | 171 | 6 | n/a |
- Manitoba reports an adjusted GPA on a 4.5 scale, so this figure is not comparable with the 4.0-scale numbers beside it.
- Canadian tuition is in Canadian dollars (CAD), at the rate each school publishes for provincial residents.
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What medical schools in Canada look for
Median MCAT across Canada runs from 506 at Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine to 514 at University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine. Where your score sits in that spread shapes which of them to apply to, so application, so check it before you build a list. What counts as a good MCAT score sets out the national picture, and the percentile tables show what each scaled score means.
Between 3.79 and 3.96 is where median GPA sits. A GPA below that band is still in the conversation with a strong MCAT, and a single cycle is long enough to raise an MCAT score. If you have already tested, the retake calculator prices what another attempt would take, and the score calculator converts an AAMC practice test into a scaled score.
For residents, tuition starts at $4,070 at Université de Montréal Faculté de Médecine and reaches $30,481 at Université de Sherbrooke Faculté de Médecine et des Sciences de la Santé. Medical school tuition across the US and Canada puts those numbers in context.
They do not all use the same application. It is a direct application to ten, OMSAS for six. Applying across services means duplicating work, so check which one each school on your list takes before you start.
Secondaries are the next hurdle after the primary. The four schools here we hold prompts for ask 19 essays between them, from 3 up to 7 at Northern Ontario School of Medicine. Our secondary prompt database carries the wording of every one for the 2026-27 cycle, so you can draft before they arrive.
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University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
Competitiveness: 9.0/10
Founded in 1843, the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine is a public institution known for pioneering research and global impact. Located in a dynamic city, it offers students unparalleled opportunities to innovate and lead in the future of healthcare.
Median GPA
3.96
Median MCAT
Location
Toronto
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$25,660
Out-of-State Tuition
Class Size
259
Total Applicants
4,319
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
MPI, vMPI
Address
1 King's College Circle, M5S 1A8
University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine
Competitiveness: 8.5/10
Founded in 1950, the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Medicine is a leading public institution known for innovation, research, and a focus on global health. Located in Vancouver, UBC empowers students to make a real impact through hands-on learning and groundbreaking discoveries in healthcare.
Median GPA
3.9
Median MCAT
514
Location
Vancouver
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$21.006
Out-of-State Tuition
$21.006
Class Size
288
Total Applicants
2,869
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
MMI
Address
317-2194 Health Sciences Mall, BC V6T 1Z3
McGill University Faculty of Medicine
Competitiveness: 8.2/10
Founded in 1829, McGill University’s Faculty of Medicine is a leading public institution in Montreal, known for its innovation and cutting-edge research. With a focus on real-world impact, it offers students the chance to learn from global leaders shaping the future of healthcare.
Median GPA
3.91
Median MCAT
513
Location
Montréal
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$17,191
Out-of-State Tuition
$45,752
Class Size
183
Total Applicants
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
VMMI
Address
3605, Rue de la Montagne, H3G 2M1
University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
Competitiveness: 5.2/10
Founded in 1969, McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston is a powerhouse of innovation and hands-on training in the world’s largest medical center. As a leading public institution, it blends cutting-edge research with real-world impact—shaping doctors who don’t just practice medicine but advance it.
Median GPA
3.92
Median MCAT
UNKNOWN
Location
Edmonton
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$14,754
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,754
Class Size
162
Total Applicants
4,319
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
Combination of Traditional and MMI
Address
2-100E, 11405 87 Ave NW, AB T6G 1C9
Queen's University School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 5.0/10
Founded in 1854, Queen’s University School of Medicine is a public institution in Kingston, Ontario, known for blending tradition with innovation. With a focus on hands-on learning, global health, and leadership, it prepares students to excel in medicine and make a global impact.
Median GPA
3.81
Median MCAT
511
Location
Kingston
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$27,483
Out-of-State Tuition
$27,483
Class Size
109
Total Applicants
5,781
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
8-minute MMI
Address
Faculty of Health Sciences, K7L 3N6
McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 4.9/10
Founded in 1965, McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine is a public institution in Hamilton, Ontario, known for its innovative, problem-based learning approach. With a focus on research and community health, it prepares students to lead and make a global impact in healthcare.
Median GPA
3.87
Median MCAT
513
Location
Hamilton
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$26,127
Out-of-State Tuition
$95,997
Class Size
205
Total Applicants
5,868
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
MMI
Address
1280 Main Street, L8S 4L8
University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine
Competitiveness: 3.8/10
Founded in 1965, the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine is a public institution in Canada’s capital. Known for its bilingual environment, cutting-edge research, and focus on global health, it prepares students to lead and innovate in the medical field.
Median GPA
3.94
Median MCAT
510
Location
Ottawa
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$28,500
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,500
Class Size
166
Total Applicants
4,802
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
Traditional, panel format
Address
451 Smyth Road, K1H 8M5
Université Laval Faculté de Médecine
Competitiveness: 3.7/10
Founded in 1828, Université Laval’s Faculté de Médecine is a leading public institution in Quebec City. Known for its innovative research and community-focused approach, it offers students a dynamic education that blends tradition with modern healthcare solutions, preparing them to lead in an evolving medical world.
Median GPA
Median MCAT
Location
Québec City
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$15,400
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,025
Class Size
223
Total Applicants
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
CASPER, MMI. french only with role-play situations, task completion and discussion situations
Address
1050, avenue de la Médecine, G1V 0A6
Université de Montréal Faculté de Médecine
Competitiveness: 3.6/10
Founded in 1843, Université de Montréal’s Faculté de Médecine is a leading public institution known for its innovative research and diverse, bilingual environment. With a focus on practical training and forward-thinking programs, it prepares students to make an impact in global healthcare, all within the vibrant city of Montreal.
Median GPA
Median MCAT
Location
Montréal
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$4,070
Out-of-State Tuition
$12,550
Class Size
291
Total Applicants
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
MMI. french only with role-play situations, task completion and discussion situations
Address
2900, boul. Édouard-Montpetit, H3T 1J4
University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 3.4/10
Founded in 1967, the University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine is a leading public institution known for innovation, research, and hands-on learning. Located in Calgary, Alberta, it empowers students to tackle real-world health challenges and shape the future of healthcare with a focus on collaboration and impact.
Median GPA
3.85
Median MCAT
512
Location
Calgary
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$16,063
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,063
Class Size
150
Total Applicants
2,034
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
mmi and Group tasks
Address
3330 Hospital Drive NW, AB T2N 4N1
University of Manitoba Max Rady College of Medicine
Competitiveness: 3.4/10
Founded in 1883, the University of Manitoba’s Max Rady College of Medicine is a renowned public institution in Winnipeg, blending rigorous academics with hands-on experience. Known for groundbreaking research in areas like Indigenous health, it prepares students to be innovative leaders in medicine, with a focus on community and global impact.
Median GPA
4.18
Median MCAT
514
Location
Winnipeg
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Class Size
110
Total Applicants
596
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
MMI
Address
750 Bannatyne Ave, R3E 0W2
Western University Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry
Competitiveness: 3.0/10
Founded in 1881, Western University Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is a public institution in London, Ontario. Known for its innovation and research-driven programs in medicine, dentistry, and medical sciences, Schulich prepares students to lead and make a global impact in healthcare.
Median GPA
3.87
Median MCAT
UNKNOWN
Location
London
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$27,358
Out-of-State Tuition
$27,358
Class Size
171
Total Applicants
2,415
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
Traditional 45-min Interview with 3 Person Panel
Address
1151 Richmond Street, N6A 5C1
Northern Ontario School of Medicine
Competitiveness: 2.7/10
Founded in 2005, the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) is a public institution focused on addressing healthcare gaps in northern Ontario. With campuses in Sudbury and Thunder Bay, NOSM offers hands-on learning and a unique curriculum that prepares students to serve rural and remote communities.
Median GPA
3.82
Median MCAT
510
Location
Sudbury
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$15,501
Out-of-State Tuition
$15,501
Class Size
69
Total Applicants
1,975
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
MMI
Address
935 Ramsey Lake Road, P3E 2C6
University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine
Competitiveness: 2.4/10
Founded in 1926, the University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine is a public institution known for its innovative approach to medical education. With a focus on community and Indigenous health, it blends cutting-edge research with hands-on training in the heart of Saskatoon. The college offers a unique environment for future doctors to thrive and make a real impact.
Median GPA
3.79
Median MCAT
509
Location
Saskatoon
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Class Size
100
Total Applicants
727
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
Casper interview, mmi
Address
107 Wiggins Rd, S7N 5E5
Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine
Competitiveness: 2.2/10
Founded in 1967, Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Faculty of Medicine is a public institution focused on community health and innovative research. Located in a stunning part of Canada, it prepares students to make an impact in healthcare, particularly in rural and remote areas.
Median GPA
3.85
Median MCAT
Unknown
Location
St. John's
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
Class Size
80
Total Applicants
Unknown
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
mmi, Traditional interview
Address
300 Prince Philip Dr, A1B 3X5
Université de Sherbrooke Faculté de Médecine et des Sciences de la Santé
Competitiveness: 1.9/10
Founded in 1974, Université de Sherbrooke’s Faculté de Médecine et des Sciences de la Santé is a public institution known for its innovative approach to medical education. Focused on hands-on learning and community health, it prepares students to lead in healthcare with a mix of cutting-edge research and real-world impact, all in the vibrant city of Sherbrooke.
Median GPA
Median MCAT
506
Location
Sherbrooke
Degree
MD
In-State Tuition
$30,481
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,855
Class Size
206
Total Applicants
Secondaries Required
Interview Rate
Interview Format
MMI, french only with role-play situations, task completion and discussion situations
Address
3001, 12e Avenue Nord, J1H 5N4
Common questions about medical schools in Canada
How many medical schools are in Canada?
Sixteen medical schools. Every one is listed in the table above with its median MCAT, median GPA and tuition.
What MCAT score do you need for medical school in Canada?
Median MCAT runs from 506 to 514, so a score at or above 512 puts you in range at about half of them. A median is the midpoint rather than a cut-off, and roughly half of each admitted class scored below it. What counts as a good MCAT score goes through how to read those numbers, and our guide to raising a score covers how to raise one.
What GPA do you need for medical school in Canada?
Medians land between 3.79 and 3.96. A GPA under that band is workable when the MCAT is strong, which is the part of the application still open to change once your transcript is fixed.
How much does medical school cost in Canada?
In-state tuition runs from $4,070 a year at Université de Montréal Faculté de Médecine to $30,481 at Université de Sherbrooke Faculté de Médecine et des Sciences de la Santé, before living costs. Tuition across the US and Canada sets those against the national range.
Which Canada medical school is easiest to get into?
By median MCAT, Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine admits at the lowest score of the group at 506. That makes it the most forgiving on numbers, though secondaries, interviews and mission fit still decide the outcome. Our secondary prompt database carries the essays each school asks for.
What is the acceptance rate at medical schools in Canada?
Schools here report roughly 35,705 applications against about 2,772 seats, which works out near one place for every 13 applications. That is not a per-applicant acceptance rate, because most people apply to fifteen or twenty schools and get counted at each one. Read it as a measure of how crowded each committee's desk is, and as the reason a screening MCAT and GPA come first. Individual schools publish their own rates, and the in-state and out-of-state figures usually differ sharply.
Which application service do Canada medical schools use?
A direct application to ten, omsas for six. The table above lists it per school, so you can group your list by service before you start writing.
What secondary essays do Canada medical schools ask for?
Across the four we hold prompts for, 19 in total, ranging from 3 to 7 at Northern Ontario School of Medicine. Secondaries arrive within days of a verified application and the turnaround runs to about two weeks, so prewriting is the difference between a considered essay and a rushed one. Our secondary prompt database carries the wording of every one for the 2026-27 cycle.
Are there DO schools in Canada?
No. Every program in Canada awards an MD. Osteopathic programs elsewhere generally admit at lower median scores, so add them to a list built around this state.
Can you get into a medical school in Canada with a low GPA?
It happens, and the MCAT is usually what carries it. With medians between 3.79 and 3.96, a GPA a few tenths under still gets read when the test score sits at or above the median and the rest of the application is strong. An upward trend across your transcript reads better than a flat average, and a post-bacc or a master's is the standard route when the gap is wider than that. Raising an MCAT score is the faster of the two levers.
When should you apply to medical school in Canada?
AMCAS opens in May and submitting in the first weeks of June is the strongest position, because most schools review on a rolling basis. Work back from that to pick a test date on the AAMC calendar, leaving room for a retake if the first score comes in short.
Medical schools in other provinces
Every province in Canada with a medical school, on the same figures: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan.
The medical school hub carries all 59, including Northeast, the South, the Midwest, the West.
Where to go next
- Studying for the MCAT now? The live MCAT course runs one cohort at a time with 515+ scorers teaching it.
- Want one-on-one help? MCAT tutors in Canada are matched on the section costing you points, and our tutoring packages list what each one includes.
- Building an application rather than a score? Medical school admissions coaching covers the list, the essays and the interviews.
- Deciding whether to sit it again? The retake calculator gives you a verdict and a date.
- Just browsing? The free MCAT resources are a good place to start, and our reviews and student score stories show what the jumps look like.
- Looking beyond the medical schools in Canada? The medical school hub lists every state and province with a program.