Quebec CÉGEP R-Score (Cote R) & Finals Hub
30-Second Exam Strategy
Your CÉGEP Cote R depends on how far you score above the class average (Z-score) weighted by your group strength (ISG). Raising a single science or math final exam from 76% to 88% can jump your course R-Score from 28.5 to 33.4—unlocking McGill, UdeM, Laval, and HEC Montreal.
CÉGEP R-Score Calculator
Competitive for Engineering, Commerce (HEC/Desautels), CS & Nursing
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the CÉGEP Cote R (R-Score) calculated in Quebec?
The Cote R formula is ((Z_college + ISG + C) × D), approximated as (Z + ISG + 5) × 5. Because Z = (Your Grade - Class Average) ÷ Standard Deviation, beating the class average on the final exam is the fastest way to boost your Cote R.
What Cote R do I need for Medicine, Law, or Engineering in Quebec?
Medicine and Dentistry typically require 34.5–36.0+, Law requires 31.5–33.0+, and competitive Engineering or Commerce (HEC/Desautels) programs range from 29.0 to 32.5.
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