Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)
Incoming level I students from Ontario can earn a first year credit at no additional cost if they completed a specialist high skills major (SHSM) in high school.
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Who Can Apply?
All incoming level I students (from Ontario) who are eligible can apply.
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How Do I Qualify?
To qualify, students must have completed one of five eligible SHSM programs (with a copy of final transcript or diploma for verification) and complete a form, including a reflection.
Eligible SHSM programs include:
- Business
- Environment
- Health & Wellness
- Justice, community safety and emergency services
- Non-profit
How Do I Submit a SHSM Credit Request??
You can submit your request to be considered for a SHSM credit through the Faculty of Social Sciences.
View the form for the 2023/2024 incoming year.
If you have any additional questions, please email gosocsci@mcmaster.ca.