Graduate Admissions FAQ

Alison Morley of Graduate Admissions walks students through the most frequently asked questions, such as "Do I need to write the TOEFL?" or "Can I apply directly to the PhD from a Bachelor degree?". Alison also shares valuable tips on the application process and how to write a great application. Skip ahead to the following questions (time in brackets):
How do I apply? (46")
What are the deadlines to apply? (1.08")
How long do the application take? (1.39""-MAsc/PhD and 2.22"-MEng)
Where can I learn the status of my application? (3.01")
What is the difference between the MASc and the MEng? (3.22")
How long is each program? (4.14")
Do I need to find a supervisor before applying? (4.34")
How do I apply for funding or scholarships? (5.09")
Do I need to do an English Facility Test such as TOEFL? (5.59")
Can I apply directly to the PhD from my bachelor degree? (6.47")
Do you require GRE scores? (7.23")
Where do I enter my references? (7.44")
Where do I upload my transcripts? (8.05")
My GPA does not meet the minimum requirements listed on your website, can I still apply? (8.43")
I don't have a Civil Engineering Undergraduate Degree, can I still apply? (9.17")
Whom should I ask to be my references? (9.42")
My professor does not have an university email address, can I use their yahoo or gmail address? (10.32")
What are some common mistakes past applicants have made in the application process? (11.17")
What are some important tips for applying? (12.12")