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Step 1: Register How to enroll
On-time registration opens March 27 and runs until April 10. To avoid late fees, please register before the on-time registration deadline.
Step 2: About your Mac ID Learn more about Mac ID
Your Mac ID is essentially your username for accessing services and systems at McMaster.
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Step 3: Your McMaster email address Mac Email
Once you have your MAC ID set up and have enrolled in your courses, your McMaster email will become active. A link to your McMaster email will be sent to your applicant email address. Please continue to monitor your applicant email address.
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Step 4: Upload your photo for your student card MacCard
MacCard is your student ID while you are at McMaster.
For all details, including photo upload requirements and where to pick up your card, go to the MacCard website.
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Step 5: Update your personal information Go to Mosaic now
It’s important to update your personal and contact information – especially your address – in Mosaic, so that you receive all important information. You can add a new address or revise an existing one. Your “Mailing Address” will be the address to which you receive any mail from the university.
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Step 6: How to enrol in – and complete – SGS 101, 201 SGS 101 and 201
All new graduate students must complete SGS 101 and 201. Learn more about enrolling and completing the courses by the Spring deadline: May 31, 2025.
Step 7: Receiving your scholarship monies, research funds and TA pay Fees and payment
Make sure you update and/or set up your information to ensure you receive your scholarship and research funds when expected, as well as your teaching assistant (TA) pay on time (for those students have have a TA position).
Step 8: Review all dates and deadlines See dates and deadlines
Dates and deadlines to help you
- avoid late fees and interest payments
- receive your first grad pay on time
- more
NOTE: The Graduate Calendar is the most accurate source for sessional dates and deadlines.
Quick links
2024-25 Graduate Calendar Learn More
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Immigration advising Immigration advising
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University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) for international students UHIP
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Graduate Orientation Calendar of Events Calendar of Events
Join us for sessions to help you navigate your new life in our graduate community.
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Campus Maps
Use one of our maps – available in a variety of formats – to navigate your way across campus:
International / New-to-Hamilton area Learn more
Are you an international graduate student? Perhaps you are joining us from another part of Ontario or from beyond this province? Visit our International Students section for information about
- study permits, visas, UHIP
- travelling to and living in Hamilton
- more
Housing Off-Campus housing
Check out Mac Off-Campus Housing to learn more about
- finding a place to live
- local rental listings
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Building a strong supervisory relationship The supervisory relationship
Learn more about expectations, communication and building a strong relationship with your supervisor.
Students with disabilities Grad disability
McMaster offers many services, supports and resources for students with disabilities.
Black Student Success Centre Learn More
The Black Student Success Centre is dedicated to supporting and championing the holistic success and overall well-being of Black/African descent students and fostering a positive Black student and athlete experience.
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Indigenous Student Services Learn More
Explore the Indigenous Student Services site to discover support and opportunities available for all Indigenous Students at McMaster.
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Graduate Students Association Visit the GSA
The GSA advocates for the graduate student community at McMaster, providing support and services, including
- health and dental benefits
- personal and professional development opportunities
- social events
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McMaster Library grad student support Library support
The Library provides a number of services and resources to help you navigate academic sources and information you will need to complete your studies.
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Resources for teaching assistants MacPherson Institute
The MacPherson Institute provides a wide range of teaching and learning resources to instructors of all levels at McMaster, including TA’s:
McMaster Teaching Assistant Guide (Pressbook)
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Working in Canada
All individuals who work in Canada MUST have a Social Insurance Number — commonly known as a SIN. International students can get their SIN at a Service Canada location or online.
Graduate Guide to Research Library support
The McMaster Library has created an online resource to help graduate students throughout their studies.
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MS Office 365 Hub MS Office 365 for students
All McMaster students have access to Microsoft Office 365 products and Zoom. Using your Mac ID, you will have access to a full suite of Microsoft products, including Outlook and Teams.
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Orientation webinar library Orientation webinars
A repository of past webinars for graduate students.
McMaster University Guidance for illness prevention Guidance for illness prevention
McMaster University is committed to providing and maintaining healthy, physically and psychologically safe working and learning environments for all workers, students, volunteers and visitors.
UHIP About UHIP
UHIP is a mandatory comprehensive health insurance plan that provides health coverage for international students. UHIP covers medically necessary doctors and hospital visits within Ontario for international students, incoming exchange students and dependants (spouse and children).
Student Wellness Centre Student Wellness Centre
The Student Wellness Centre is the place on campus to address your wellness needs. Services include:
- counselling and mental health supports
- medical care
- wellness programs and education
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Graduate Wellness Newsletter Subscribe online
The Graduate Wellness team at the Student Wellness Centre, delivers information about programs, as well as tips and strategies to help you stay well during your graduate journey. The newsletter is delivered to your email inbox every two weeks.
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Open Circle McMaster Open Circle
Open Circle McMaster is a diverse and consensus-based community where McMaster students can discuss life, spiritual and societal issues, as well as find volunteering opportunities available in the broader Hamilton community.