Entrance scholarships and bursaries

Entering your first year of an undergraduate program? Learn about our entrance scholarships and bursaries.

OSAP/government aid

Loan/grant programs like OSAP, as well as those from other provinces and the U.S. can help you pay for school.

Scholarships and bursaries

McMaster offers scholarship and bursary funding based on your accomplishments and financial need.

Work Program

The McMaster Work Program gives you a chance to work on campus and earn money while you study.

Indigenous student financial support

As an Indigenous student, there are several options available to help you finance your education.

Black student financial support

As a Black student, there are several options available to help you finance your education.

Youth in Extended Society Care Bursary Program

Students who will or have already aged out of extended society care may be eligible for additional bursary funding.

Emergency financial support

No money for food or rent? Sudden change in financial situation? We can help.

Forms

Download forms for OSAP changes/extensions, academic progress warnings/restrictions and more.

AwardSpring

You can apply to various opportunities such as scholarships, bursaries and work programs using AwardSpring.

Course load calculator

This course load calculator helps you determine your course load for OSAP.