General Information

McMaster University is located in Hamilton, Ontario and serves over 20,000 full-time undergraduate students. Additionally, McMaster has four regional campuses in downtown Hamilton, Burlington, Kitchener-Waterloo, and Niagara. McMaster University has a variety of programs in six schools and faculties:

  • DeGroote School of Business
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Humanities
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Social Science

The address for the McMaster University campus is:

McMaster University:
1280 Main Street West
Hamilton, Ontario  L8S 4L8
(905) 525-9140

Accessibility Services

Accessibility Services

At McMaster University, the centre providing accessibility services to students is called . Student Accessibility Services is the primary place to find out about all of your disability related needs.

Transition Programs

McMaster University offers  for students with disabilities

Accessibility Plan

For more information about accessibility at McMaster University, and their current initiatives to address issues of accessibility, please see McMaster University’s .

Documentation Requirements

In order to access accommodations at McMaster University, please visit the linked webpage to learn what  is required to show proof of a disability.

Support Services Available

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Health Services

The  provides a range of health services to students during their time at McMaster.

Counselling Services

McMaster University offers  for any student who may be experiencing stressful events in their life.

Academic Support

The Student Success Centre at McMaster University offers a variety of services to support students, including: , , workshops, and . 

Library Services

McMaster University offers four libraries in their library system. The  provide various resources for students including databases, journals, e-books, and e-videos. Academic support for students to help students with their learning and writing skills is provided at the Mills Learning Commons.

Academic Advising

Each faculty and program at McMaster University provides  services to students to assist with meeting course requirements, adding or dropping courses, and more.

Other Support Services

Financial Aid

Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards

McMaster University’s Student  office offers a range of financial assistance which consists of merit-based scholarships, need-based bursaries, and awards based on academic achievement. Information regarding McMaster University's financial aid is available on their website, as well as complete lists of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and contact information.

 

McMaster Bursary Program

The  provides financial assistance related to tuition, books, compulsory fees, equipment, and supplies.

Residence and Housing

On-Campus Housing

McMaster University’s  offers residence to 3,600 students in 12 traditional style residence buildings. Residence is not guaranteed to first year students and operates on a lottery system. Approximately 3,000 spaces in residence are reserved for first year students. McMaster University offers themed, co-ed and single gender floors, with the majority of first year students being placed in double rooms. Residence units include single and double rooms with shared or communal washrooms. All buildings include:

  • Common lounges
  • Common study rooms
  • Common kitchens
  • Access to a 24/7 front desk
  • Maintenance
  • Laundry facilities

All rooms are furnished and include internet access and local telephone service. Residence rates vary depending on the building choice and room style.  are mandatory and are included in the cost of residence. Various plans are available and operate on a declining balance system.

Barrier-free rooms are available for students with special accommodation needs. Students are required to fill out the Special Accommodations Request form online when applying for residence.

Off-Campus Housing

McMaster University's  (OCRC) offers an accommodation listing service, where landlords can advertise rental properties available.

Getting Around

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Campus Accessibility

McMaster offers a  of the campus.

 

Hamilton Transit

The  is comprised of buses. Full-time students at McMaster University receive a bus pass included in their tuition.  are provided for each HSR bus route.

Accessibility

The HSR provides  services on their buses. All buses are equipped with Accessible Low Floors (ALF), ramps, and designated seating areas for persons with wheelchairs and scooters.

The  administers the multiple accessible transportation services in Hamilton including the , and the . The ATS offers door-to-door, shared bus ride services to eligible and registered individuals. More information about ATS services, eligibility guidelines and application process is available on their website.

Academic Programs

McMaster University offers a wide range of  in their six faculties and schools. Information about the academic programs and educational opportunities at McMaster University is available on their website.