McMaster University
Hamilton, Canada · Checked September 26, 2026
McMaster is a public research university in Hamilton, Ontario, well known for health sciences, engineering and its problem-based approach to learning. It teaches in English and runs English pathway options (MELD and STEP) for applicants who come close to the language requirement.
IntakesSeptember (main undergraduate entry)
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each band (IELTS One Skill Retake accepted); TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall (tests on or after 21 January 2026) with 4.0 in Reading, Writing and Speaking and 4.5 in Listening; PTE Academic 60 overall with 60 in Writing and Speaking; Duolingo 120 overall; CAEL 70 overall with no component below 60
Official fees page · Official English requirements
Application deadlines
| Undergraduate | Deadlines vary by programme. Check the deadline search tool on McMaster's Admission Deadlines page (programmes needing a supplementary application close earlier) |
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Scholarships
Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D), successor to the Vanier CGS
20 days leftLester B. Pearson International Scholarship
40 days leftMcGill University Entrance Scholarships (One-year and Major)
Check official siteUBC International Scholars Program (incl. Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award)
49 days leftUniversity of Waterloo International Student Entrance Scholarship
Check official siteYork University International Entrance Scholarships
Check official siteFees, deadlines and requirements change every year and differ by course. Always check the course page on the university's official website before you apply.
