How to apply
Next steps to submit your application to McMaster.
University transfer students
Transferring from another university? Learn more about the application process, what credits will transfer and program-specific requirements.
Transfer from Canadian colleges of arts & technology
Coming from a Canadian college of applied arts and technology? Find information on which credits will transfer, program-specific requirements and more.
Mature students
Information on mature applicants not eligible under other admission categories.
Other applicants
Information for home-schooled, Six Nations Polytechnic and CEGEP applicants.
Continuing/returning students and McMaster second degree
Have you graduated and are looking to take more courses for personal interest? Or do you already have a degree but want to complete a second undergraduate degree?
Visiting students (Letter of Permission)
Letter of Permission for visiting students coming to McMaster
Listener/auditor & sponsored students
Interested in taking university courses at McMaster, but not for credit? Need more info on sponsored students?
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Webinar: Help applying for OSAP
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Intro to OSAP
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How to complete and submit the OSAP Extension Form
View our video tutorial above on how to complete and submit the OSAP Extension Form. Please note: A fully completed...
