Before you apply, review the admission requirements for your program.

You’ll find clear details on academic qualifications, required courses, and grade expectations for applicants from Ontario, other provinces, and international systems.

Once you’ve confirmed your eligibility, you can submit your application through OUAC.

This step outlines the process for high school students, transfer applicants, and international students.

Stay organized by reviewing important academic and financial deadlines.

This includes application dates, course enrolment periods, and tuition payment timelines.

If English is not your first language, you may need to demonstrate proficiency through an accepted test such as IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo.

You can also explore exemptions and McMaster’s MELD bridging program.

After applying, upload the required documents to support your application.

This step explains what you need to submit – including transcripts and test scores – and the difference between unofficial and official documents.

McMaster offers several alternative routes to admission, including pathways for mature students, college and university transfers, and applicants with a Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM).

SHSM graduates may be eligible for a first-year Social Sciences credit at no additional cost.