1.  Academic Requirements:

Secondary School Completion: Applicants must have successfully completed a secondary school education that would qualify them for admission to a university in their home country.

Program-Specific Prerequisites: Each undergraduate program has specific subject prerequisites. For example:

Engineering Programs: Require senior-level courses in Mathematics (including Calculus), Chemistry, and Physics.

Health Sciences: Require senior-level courses in Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

Business Programs: Require senior-level Mathematics and English courses.

Competitive Averages: Admission is competitive, and the required minimum average varies by program. Generally, a minimum overall average equivalent to 80% or higher is expected, with some programs requiring averages in the high 80s to low 90s.

2. English Language Proficiency:

If English is not the applicant's first language, they must provide evidence of English language proficiency through one of the following standardized tests:

IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each component (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening).

TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 86, with at least 20 in each of the four components.

CAEL: Overall score of 70, with no component score below 60.

PTE Academic: Overall score of 60, with minimum 60 in both Writing and Speaking.

Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 115.

Exemptions may apply if the applicant has studied in an English-language school system for a specified period. Specific exemption criteria are detailed on McMaster's official admissions website.

3. Supplementary Applications:

Certain programs require additional application components:

Health Sciences: Mandatory supplementary application assessing non-academic qualities.

Arts & Science: Requires a supplementary application focusing on the applicant's experiences and interests.

Business (Integrated Business and Humanities): May require an online assessment or interview.

Applicants should consult the specific program pages for detailed information on supplementary requirements and deadlines.

Requirements may vary for each program. Please visit program page for specific requirements.