Overview
60%
Acceptance Rate?Calculated from yearly application and admission figures published in official Common University Data Ontario (CUDO) reports and university publications.
37,000
Total Students?Approximate total enrollment as reported by the university in official publications and CUDO reports.
766
Student Reports?Admission results submitted anonymously by real applicants on Uniscope. Duplicate entries and statistical outliers are filtered automatically.
view student dataHamilton, ON
$5,955–$7,565
Domestic Tuition Per Year?Typical full-time undergraduate tuition for the 2025-26 academic year, based on Statistics Canada data. Actual fees vary by program and exclude ancillary fees and living costs.
McMaster University is one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities, consistently ranked among the world's best. It is famous for the 'McMaster Model' of problem-based learning and is a powerhouse in health sciences and engineering.
McMaster University's overall acceptance rate is approximately 60% for 2026 undergraduate admissions. Across 26 programs tracked on Uniscope, acceptance rates span 3–60%. These figures are based on 766 verified applicant submissions shared directly by students on Uniscope.
Report Card
Uniscope · 2026 Edition
Programs
Honours Health Sciences
96%
3%
→
Life Sciences Gateway
94%
10%
→
Computer Science I
94%
14%
→
Honours Kinesiology
94%
14%
→
Honours Medical Radiation Sciences
94%
14%
→
Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences
94%
14%
→
Engineering I
92%
22%
→
Arts and Science I
90%
30%
→
Honours Integrated Science
90%
30%
→
Integrated Business & Humanities I
90%
30%
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Student Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at McMaster University?
The overall acceptance rate at McMaster University is approximately 60%. Rates vary significantly by program, so check individual program pages for competitive averages.
What are the most competitive programs at McMaster University?
The most competitive programs at McMaster University by acceptance rate are Honours Health Sciences (~3%), Life Sciences Gateway (~10%), Computer Science I (~14%).
How many undergraduate programs does McMaster University offer?
McMaster University offers over 26 undergraduate programs.
How much is tuition at McMaster University?
For the 2025-26 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition at McMaster University is $5,955 to $7,565 CAD per year for domestic students and $45,158 to $46,023 CAD per year for international students. Actual fees vary by program — professional, engineering, and co-op programs may cost more.
How many students attend McMaster University?
McMaster University has approximately 37,000 full-time students enrolled.
Where is McMaster University located?
McMaster University is located in Hamilton, ON.