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GRE Scores for Canadian Universities

What is required GRE Scores for Canadian Universities? Is it possible to get admission in Canada without GRE Scores?

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Unlike schools in US, universities have GRE as optional.

GRE Scores for Canadian Universities

GRE Score requirements fall into 3 categories

  • Some universities don’t require GRE scores for grad school admission.
  • Some Canadian universities require GRE scores, but don’t specify minimum scores
  • Some require GRE score and have minimum GRE Scores for admission.

Simon Fraser University – GRE Scores

  • Computing Science Department – We look at the complete application to get an understanding of the applicants suitability to our program. No single criteria exists that uniquely determines this fact. Hence, even if your test scores don’t perfectly fulfill our requirements, we still consider your application to look for outstanding personalities.

McGill University

  • Biochemistry: International students who have received their degree outside North America should submit the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), either the General or Subject test in Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology. The minimum score is 550. The GRE is not required but is strongly recommended.
  • Electrical and Computer Engineering : Applicants who have not completed a degree (undergraduate or graduate) in Canada must provide a GRE score on the General Aptitude Test. Applicants must achieve a combined score of at least 1100 on the verbal and quantitative sections and a minimum score of 3.5/6.0 on the analytical writing assessment section.
  • Biotechnology – GRE Scores Not Required

University of Saskatchewan

  • Computer science – Taking the GRE is not compulsory but GRE results may be submitted with your application.  A strong performance on the GRE will enhance your application.

University of Toronto

  •  Rotman Business School – GMAT/GRE Score: A GMAT or GRE score must be submitted. The GMAT range for the 2011 class was 550-780 and the average score was 663.

University of Waterloo

  • Computer Science, Health Informatics, Pharmacy, Physics, Physics (Nanotechnology), Psychology  – Required

University of Alberta

  •  Chemical and Materials – Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores
  • Computer Science – GRE: score of 700 in quantitative portion of the exam and 4.0 on the analytical writing

Additional Universities will be added to this list. If you required required GRE Scores for Universities in Canada, leave the name of the university and department as comment below.

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  1. I want to know the universities that require GRE score for admission and scholarship in Master’s of Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Energy system Engineering, Power plant Engineering etc.

  2. I have completed Bachelor in microbiology and now i wanted to study genetics in master degree how can i apply from Nepal and what are the processes to be done to apply.

  3. I am a final year Mechanical Engineering student at SRM, Chennai, India. Could you please suggest minimum GRE score required to study at University of Calgary, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering ( Master of Engineering MEng ) course.

  4. My GRE Score is 303, which university I can get the admissions in Canada for MS in Computer Science. Can you provide a list for the same? What will be the scholarship criteria?

  5. I am going to appear in subject gre biology this year I have done my masters in botany will u plx suggest me some universities offering admission in Ms botany(plant sciences) on the base of subject gre biology result

    1. I have did my bachelors in mechanical engineering in bits pilani dubai and i’m planning to do my masters in engineering management in canada and its said to submit gre score with no mention of minumum gre score

  6. I want to know the GRE score required to get admission for Med in university of british columbia in Education.and also do tell me the marks required in GRE to get full scolarship in british columbia. However my GRE score is 275

  7. I am from India and have a IELTS score of 7.5 LRWS 8 7.5 6 8,
    B.E ECE 7.93/10,
    12th 89.4%,
    10th 89.8%

    What is the minimum GRE score requirements for MS in Data Science ,Data Analytics and Business Analytics in top 10 universities at Canada.

    1. I almost have identical scores like you in everything mentioned and I am looking for the same as well. Please revert back, if you find any. Thanks.

      1. Can you please enlighten me with the average GRE score that is required for graduate admission in faculty of Civil Engineering in McGill University

  8. 305 in gre
    Ielts 7
    Cpa.3.31
    Have published a paper
    B.e in electronics and communication
    Interested in masters in vlsi i.e electrical and computers
    Which universities should I apply.

    1. Hi akshata koparde,
      I also have a similar profile and interests, and i am looking to pursue masters in 2020 fall,
      assuming that you have successfully got into a good university in 2018, could you please suggest me few good colleges for electrical and computers(Embedded).

  9. I want to do masters in computer engineering in university of toronto,what should be my GRE and IELTS score?Iam from india having an excellent academic record.

    1. Most of the Canadian University does not require GRE. But any score which is 310+ is good enough to apply to Canadian Universities.

  10. I need the GRE score of the canadian universites .I am applying for MS in computer science
    1) University of manitoba
    2)Carleton
    3)York university
    4)Concordia university
    5)Dalhousie university
    6)Mcmaster university
    7)Windsor university
    8)Western university
    9)Brock university
    10) University of new brunswick

  11. Got a GRE score of 296, with verbal 14 6 and quants 150 AWA 3 and a GPA of 6.02 in NIT college in india, have completed internships with Thermal power corporation and samasung is there any chance for me to get an admission in any decent college in canada for a masters in industrial or mechanical engineering?

  12. I got a score of 294 in my GRE .Will I get admission into University of British Columbia for MS in structural engineering?

  13. Hello,
    I have a GRE Score of 290 (Quants : 156 , Verbal : 134, AWA : 3).
    I have a IELTS score of overall 7 (Listening : 8, Speaking : 7, Writing : 6.5 and Reading : 5.5)
    I have a B.tech of 3.508 / 4.
    I also have one completed project experience for a software company.
    Will I get admission into Queens University(Canada), University of Alberta, University of Calagry and Western University?

  14. I got a score of 291 in my GRE, Will i get admission into Mcgill or University of Toronto for MS in Computers?

  15. I got a score of 282 in my GRE. Will I get admission into University of British Columbia for MSc in Immunology?

  16. Hi scored 274 in my gre score and I want to apply for MBA in university of Manitoba and university of Saskatchewan must I send the score first to them or I can send it when filling the application form.

  17. My Profile
    10th- 70%
    12th- 63%
    B.E. (Mech)- 62.7%
    I want to take admission in M.eng in Mechanical in the one of the following universities;
    McGill University
    University of British Columbia
    McMaster University
    University of Waterloo
    University of Western Ontario
    Queen’s University
    University of Ottawa
    Carleton University
    Concordia University
    University of Saskatchewan
    Plzz can u tell me the best university that will give me admission.
    Is GRE required for these universities??
    if yes, what is minimum score??
    Your guidance and suggestions are high appreciated.
    Regards,
    Yash

  18. Hi , I have to apply for admission in MS in finanacial engineering in Canada. So, how much score i need to get admission in good colleges?

  19. Minimum requirements for GRE and IELTS for all top canadian universities for:
    Electrical dept.
    Psychology

  20. I want to do MS in structure civil engineering. can you help me for good university for structure civil engineering in Canada and Australia with good placement
    Thank-you

    1. Your Comment *I will like to know the required GRE score in any university in Canada offering transportation management as a course of study

  21. Hi ,
    I want to try to for MBA or masters in Marketing. Below is my profile
    10th- 86%
    12th-86%
    BA(economics/maths)-60%
    Masters of fashion managment-8.4 CGPA
    GMAT score- 510 (V22, Q37)
    Appearing for GRE . hoping to get a good score.

    What all colleges can i try with this GMAT score and what is the GRE requirement for MBA

  22. I got 89 percetae in my 12 and I have completed my b.sc with 10 cgpa in chemistry.i want to know abt the admission requirement in toronto and mcgilll university and their gre score requirement for chemistey in both test.and if both gre test are a requirement or not.

  23. My profile 10th with 75% plus two with 78% and b.sc (non medical) with 60% . I want to get admission in m.sc chemistry in University of British Columbia or University of Victoria.l want to know do they accept gre and give advice me according to my profile. One more thing I have taken admission in m.sc chemistry in pau Ludhiana pls give me advice. Thanks in advance

  24. My Profile

    10th- 81%
    12th- 80%

    B.tech (Civil)- 73%

    I want to take admission in M.eng in civil in the one of the following universities;
    McGill University
    University of British Columbia
    McMaster University
    University of Waterloo
    University of Western Ontario
    Queen’s University
    University of Ottawa
    Carleton University
    Concordia University
    University of Saskatchewan

    Plzz can u tell me the best university that will give me admission.
    Is GRE required for these universities??
    if yes, what is minimum score??

  25. What’s the minimum to be scored in gre for a PhD seat in the US.

    I’ve my bachelor’s and an MBa here in india..

  26. My profile
    10th- 76.58%
    12th- 61.83%
    BE(cs)- 63.58%
    My GRE score is 294 (v-140, q-154).
    I want to apply for MS in computer science in one of the below mentioned

  27. My Profile
    10th – 83%
    Diploma – 68 % (University second topper)
    B.E (Chemical) – 74 % (University third topper)
    Total experience – 4 years in German based MNS
    GRE Score – Pending

    I would like to apply for MS in chemical engg. in Uni. of Alberta

    will you please enlighten me regarding the admission and probability to get scholarship and after my MS (studies) probability of getting good job (By considering average performance in MS)

    Your guidance and suggestions are high appreciated.

    Regards,
    Pankaj

  28. my profile
    10th : 83
    12th: 50
    grad(BE elect): 64%
    i want to do MS in electric
    al from any of top institutes…can you suggest me good university and what what are the IELSTS and GRE scores are require for that institutes… thak you.. 🙂

      1. thnks for your reply MR.Smart. i just asked you this question because i did not find any compared to my Profile and after that i asked you this question. So you have to think about that before replying to anyone. sorry i replied you in this manner but this was necessary. anywasy hoping for relevant reply. thank you. 🙂

        1. You are right and at same time, I’m not providing public service blog. Over half million people come to this site monthly and I’m running a business. You can hire me or join Premium Membership to learn the proper way to select schools. and I still stand by my comments.

          A simple search in Google, should give you enough information to find top program’s GRE and TOEFL Scores.

          If that doesn’t work, simple logic – Top schools require Top scores. GRE Max is 340 and you should be able to guess you need 320 and above.

  29. I want to study PHD in Management (Strategy)

    I have competed MBA 6.32/10 grade

    GRE 298 (Q-157, V – 141)

    Please suggest me the university.

  30. My profile
    10th- 93.28%
    12th- 88.83%
    BE(cs)- 77.58%
    My GRE score is 296 (v-144, q-152).
    I want to apply for MS in computer science in one of the below mentioned colleges,
    York University
    University of toronto
    Mcmaster university
    Ryerson University
    In which of these colleges I might get admission?

  31. What is the required GRE score for MS in electronics and communication (any specialisation) in University of Calgary? Kindly reply for my comment please.

  32. Could you please update this article with the latest GRE scoring scheme!
    This article talks about the old GRE score scheme.
    Thanks in advance 🙂

  33. I have done Masters of computer science in USA. Now i want to study MIS in Canada, could you tell me which universities will accept me if i dont have GRE scores. Thank you!

  34. Sir , I m doing Bsc biotechnology(hons) 4 year programme in India. Please tell me what is the criteria to get admission and in which courses can I should apply ..is GRE necessary to get admission or ILETS is enough ?which is the best college for masters in biotechnology in canada .
    Thanks

  35. sir i have short listed some universities of canada1. Concordia University
    2. Carleton University
    3. Dalhousie University
    4. Memorial University of Newfoundland
    5. University of Calgary
    6. University of Ottawa
    7. University of Toronto
    8. University of Waterloo
    9. University of Windsor
    my gre score is 293/340 and toefl score is 81/120 plz tell me whether the list is rit?
    ill b applying in 3-4 dayz..plz reply..

    1. UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO FOR MS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE.
      MY GRE SCORE – 299 , TOFEL SCORE – 93.
      PLEASE ALSO TELL ME THE COST FOR STUDY & LIVING.

      1. Dear Sir/Madam
        I am from Nepal. I have a GRE score 293 and I do not have TOEFL score. Would I admit any civil engineering college in USA or CANADA?
        Please give me solution. I want to study in us or canada.
        Thanks

  36. Hi,

    I want to apply for Ms .of physics in Concordia university but I did not find any specific information about GRE.would you please help me and let me know if GRE is mandatory or not?

    Thanks

  37. i average 61.2% in my engineering with 4 backlogs and my ielts score is 7 band…can i get enrolled in any of the canadian universities for ms in civil engineering…???..plz do reply…plz..plzz…plzzzzz…waitin for the reply

  38. I gave my GRE today. I got 322 (166 quan, 156 verbal). Did wel in a.w.a. I’m looking for research programs in nanotechnology in Canada. Can you help me find the best university for it. My friend suggested that University of Waterloo is good. Do i meet the requirements for that university?

    Pls reply when you find time.

  39. Hi, I have a GRE acore of 306 (Q:157, V: 149), TOEFL: 107, undergrad GPA: 3.22 from a top 20 Public University in the USA.
    What are my chances of gaining admission in Univ of Toronto, Univ of Canada, Mc Gill University, Mc Master University? Any chance at all of getting a scholarship? Should I retake the GRE to improve my chances?
    I would really appreciate advice in the matter. Thanks!!

    1. Hey alisha

      I think in order to get into top universities ,minimum of 310 is must.But it depends on profile too.If your profile can compensate that margin.Then no need to take gre again.

      .

    2. Hi
      I have done my M.Phil and Looking for PhD Chemistry
      IELTS 6.5
      GRE No
      is it possible that i may get admission in McGill university, Mc Master,University of Toronto
      and please let me know which university is the best choice

  40. Can i know the top 10 colleges for MS in Computer Science that do not have the requirement of GRE score absolutely , well just go with good academic score?

  41. I have done my B.E in Civil Engineering from India with 60.1 %, my Toefel Score is 94, My GRE Score is 310 . Can I get Admission in any University in Canada for M.S in Transportation Engineering .

  42. What would be the gre scores required for
    Mechanical enginnering and aerospace engineeringfrom
    CARLETON UNIVERSITY??

  43. Dear sir,
    I want to pursue my M.sc in any candaian university that won’t require GRE as a basic
    Requirement.
    I wish to further my education in a canadain school specifically in GEOLOGICAL SCIENCE department. So kindly provide a list of canadain universites that offer M.sc in geology and won’t require GRE.
    Thanks

  44. Hey,
    I want to know that ,which are Top-10 collages in Canada For Computer Science.

    Thanks in advance.

  45. I want to know the GRE scores requirement for M.Sc Environmental Science and the list of Universities that offer the program

    1. I want to know if I want to take master of material sicence and nengineering in canada. What is the GRE and English requirements
      top 10 Master Material sience and engineering programm in canada and USA

  46. I want to know the GRE score for MSC Environmental Science and the list of Universities that offer the program

  47. I am a BSc mathematics graduate from Ghana and want to pursue a masters in finance or MSc in networking engineer. Please can you help me find a good university in Canada where it is possible for me to achieve my goal. I want to apply so I can this fall, please advise.

  48. I am persuing B.Sc(Agriculture). And i want to go for M.Sc in Plant biotechnology. Plz list the best
    universities which accept high GRE score

  49. Hii friends.. I have a low gre score. Q- 610 & V-300, TOEFL- 78(IBT), B.Tech – 68%
    Can I get a admission in canadian univ’s for MS in Computers..
    If so plz specify the univ’s accepting my score..
    Thank you..

  50. Could you tell me the required GRE scores for University of Alberta, McGill University and University of Waterloo? I’m applying for MSc in Chemical Engineering.

  51. i got GRE score 380-480 verbal and 750 quantitative. Btech electrical and electronics Engineering 81.5 % .Also M Tech from IIT in power Systems . Now wanted to do PHD in Machine learning and pattern recognition . Suggest safe universities to apply please. in U S And Canada . Also required to know about the economy too.

  52. Dear sir;

    My son has taken GRE (1260) and Toefl (105) and wishes to
    do MS (Electrical Electronics Engg.) from Canada;preferance is US. In
    present scenerio what will be better for him.He has done BE(E&C) from MIT
    Pune (Pune University). Aggregate percentage 58.5% and granted a First Class
    Degree in 2010. I keep good balance in my bank a/c also.

    Please answer following:

    1.I have heard of visa problems will he be able to
    get visa clearance without difficulty?

    2.Chances of Scholarship/Assistantship eligibility in
    Canadian university?

    3.We are agriculturists and my son also has agriculture
    land in his name.Will it be beneficial for visa?

    Thanks

    Ashok Jain

  53. Dear sir;

    My son has taken GRE (1260) and Toefl (105) and wishes to
    do MS (Electrical Electronics Engg.) from Canada;preferance is US. In
    present scenerio what will be better for him.He has done BE(E&C) from MIT
    Pune (Pune University). Aggregate percentage 58.5% and granted a First Class
    Degree in 2010. I keep good balance in my bank a/c also.

    Please answer following:

    1.I have heard of visa problems will he be able to
    get visa clearance without difficulty?

    2.Chances of Scholarship/Assistantship eligibility in
    Canadian university?

    3.We are agriculturists and my son also has agriculture
    land in his name.Will it be beneficial for visa?

    Thanks

    Ashok Jain

  54. Average GRE score for University of Alberta – MSc Biotechnology. What is the ranking of  west virginia state university. Plz suggest Canadian universities for my profile. I have a 1080 on the GRE and 69.3% in my B Tech(Biotech).

  55. Average GRE score for University of Alberta – MSc Biotechnology. What is the ranking of  west virginia state university. Plz suggest Canadian universities for my profile. I have a 1080 on the GRE and 69.3% in my B Tech(Biotech).

  56. I have a low gre score. Q- 570 & V-300. TOEFL- 80(iBT). And I have 6yrs work experience in Computer graphics & game development. I want to MS in Computer science.  Suggest me some US/ Canadian universites which will accept my score & my profile.

  57. i want to know the GRE score required to get admission for MS in university of british columbia in mechanical engg.and also do tell me the marks required in GRE  to get full scolarship in british columbia

  58. Hello,

    Please can you help me with a list of Universities in Canada that offer Information Technology related Msc. courses such as Networks & Communaication Tech, Business Information Systems, etc.

  59. I want to know GRE score requirements for the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in University of British Columbia,University of Toronto,University of WaterlooUniversity of Alberta.

  60. I want to know GRE score requirements for the department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in University of British Columbia,University of Toronto,University of WaterlooUniversity of Alberta.

  61. I want to know GRE score requirements for the department of biochemistry and molecular biology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver
    and molecular biology / microbiology/immunology in Alberta and Manitoba

  62. can u please let me know the details of the university of windsor….appreciate if u plese specify all the required info to get into it. thanks.

  63. Department of Microbiology/Immunology for
    1) Univ. of British Columbia
    2) University of Toronto
    3) University of Alberta
    4) University of Calgary
    5) University of MAnitoba
    6) McMaster University
    7) University of Western Ontario

  64. Thanks for the information. How about University of Toronto, Chemical Engineering?

    Thank you again in advance.

  65. Can anyone post me what are the safe universities(admission chances high) for applying to PhD in pharmaceutical sciences in US

    1. i want to apply to PhD in pharmaceutical sciences in us ,,, BUT i want to know which school that need minimum GRE requirements ????

  66. chemical engineering,University of Alberta.can u also give the minimum AWA score,it ll be of great help!!
    thanks.

  67. what is the minimum TOEFL score to apply for Canadian universities?
    i have a toefl score of 79. will i get admission into Canadian universities to do M.S in computer science?,
    if so, could you please tell me the universities accepting this score
    Thank you

  68. hey HSB…
    Thank you for raising more information regarding canadian universities…ur work is highly appreciable…
    It would be a great help if you could help shortlist universitites for Ms in chemical Engg or Industrial Engg….for a reasonably average profile…

  69. Good to see your recent posts regarding Canada. Please throw some light towards college transfer process in canada. As per my research on these i came through some mixed answers. Most people say we can transfer only within the province is that true? Hearing it from you will make me feel 100% sure. Also by having a PG Diploma course can we join masters program directly to the second year’s(lateral entry) term. Whats your perspective regarding the PG Diploma courses?

  70. for masters in civil engineering GRE scores required in :
    university of alberta
    queen’s university
    concordia university
    university of western ontario

  71. University of british columbia for masters in mechanical engg and other canadian universities and required gre score for mechanical engineering ??

    thanks a ton in advance

    1. yeah i want to know the same. What about master in mechanical or other branch related to mechanical field like aeromodeling, robotics,automobile,cim, cad/cam,fluid mechanics, thermal science and a lot other branches. What criteria for these branches?

      1. Dude..i also want to pursue masters in automobile engg or automotive mechanics…please anybody out there help me..!! which are the best universities in us as well as canda..and what are the required gre scores ?? and also what are the chances of TA and RA ??

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