Entry requirements may vary from country to country. Students are required to complete Grade 12 high school diploma equivalent to Canadian qualification.
English Language Proficiency
IELTS - International English Language Testing System (Academic): 6.5 Overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each of the four components (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening); results valid for 2 years
CAE - Cambridge English Advanced: 190 Overall with minimum score of 180 in each component; valid for 2 years
PTE - Pearson Test of English Academic: 60 Overall with minimum score of 60 in Writing and Speaking; valid for 2 years
CAEL - Canadian Academic English Language: 70 Overall with no component score below 60; valid for 2 years
MELAB - Michigan English Language Assessment Battery: 85 Overall valid for 2 years; Minimum 80 in each of the three required components; Minimum 3 in optional speaking component (Required).
TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language IBT: 86 Overall with a minimum score of 20 in each of the four components (Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening); valid for 2 years
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at McMaster University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.