Learn about services for students at McMaster University, including their accessibility services, peer and academic support programs, financial aid, campus accessibility, and more.
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 McMaster University is:
McMaster University:
1280 Main Street West
Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4L8
(905) 525-9140
Accessibility Services
At McMaster University, the centre providing accessibility services to students is called Student Accessibility Services (SAS). Student Accessibility Services is the primary place to find out about all of your disability related needs.
Transition Programs
McMaster University offers transition programs and support 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 Accessibility Plan.
Documentation Requirements
In order to access accommodations at McMaster University, please visit the linked webpage to learn what documentation is required to show proof of a disability.
Health Services
The Student Wellness Centre provides a range of health services to students during their time at McMaster.
Counselling Services
McMaster University offers Personal Counselling 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: Writing Support Services, peer tutoring, workshops, and career services.
Library Services
McMaster University offers four libraries in their library system. The libraries 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 academic advising services to students to assist with meeting course requirements, adding or dropping courses, and more.
Other Support Services
Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards
McMaster University’s Student Financial Aid & Scholarships 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 McMaster Bursary Program provides financial assistance related to tuition, books, compulsory fees, equipment, and supplies.
On-Campus Housing
McMaster University’s Residence and Conference Services 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. Meal plans 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 Off-Campus Resource Centre (OCRC) offers an accommodation listing service, where landlords can advertise rental properties available.
Campus Accessibility
McMaster offers a Campus Map of the campus.
Hamilton Transit
The Hamilton Street Railway Company (HSR) is comprised of buses. Full-time students at McMaster University receive a bus pass included in their tuition. Schedules are provided for each HSR bus route.
Accessibility
The HSR provides accessible transit 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 Accessible Transportation Services (ATS) administers the multiple accessible transportation services in Hamilton including the Disabled and Aged Regional Transportation System (DARTS), and the Taxi Scrip Program. 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.
McMaster University offers a wide range of programs in their six faculties and schools. Information about the academic programs and educational opportunities at McMaster University is available on their website.
