Current Ontario Highschool Students

Admissions typically begin February – March. Applications will be reviewed upon a rolling basis until May 15. Final decisions will be communicated by the May 27 deadline.

Not Current Ontario Highschool Students

Decisions to non-supplementary application programs are normally processed 4 – 5 weeks after all supporting/required documentation noted on McMaster’s Applicant Portal are marked as “received”

Yes. Current Ontario high school students presenting a minimum of 3 final or 6 midterm Grade 12 U/M courses will be considered for admission on a rolling basis. Many students will receive “conditional offers” meaning that their offer is conditional based on completing the final requirements at the end of their high school year.

The only program in the Social Sciences that requires a supplementary application is anyone applying directly to the School of Social Work.

Yes! We would love to have you come and visit campus. It’s a great way to tell if McMaster is a good fit for you.

Book an in person tour, or take a virtual tour with our current student, Maia!

Visit the Aid & Awards Office for information related to applying to scholarships and bursaries at McMaster.

You can apply for OSAP directly through the OSAP website. The McMaster Aid & Awards Office offers additional support and guides for students looking at getting OSAP.

Please note, OSAP is for Ontario residents only.