Our 榴莲官网 Student Community will be welcoming its newest members very soon. The Orientation Hub is the place where you will find step-by-step information, as well as links to resources, supports, online activities, events and sessions to help you navigate your graduate journey. We update this page regularly, so please check back for the latest information!
Before joining our graduate community ...
Step 1: Register How to enrol
On-time registration opens June 24 and runs until August 1. To avoid late fees, please register before the on-time registration deadline.
Your Mac ID is essentially your username for accessing services and systems at McMaster.
Step 3: Your McMaster email address
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 in the meantime.
Step 4: Your student ID
The Mobile MacCard 鈥� a digital version of the student ID 鈥� will launch by September. The Mobile MacCard enables students to use their mobile device for identification, library access, printing, food purchases, vending machines, and exam verification. Watch for more information coming soon.
It鈥檚 important to update your personal and contact information 鈥� especially your address 鈥� in , so that you receive all important information. You can add a new address or revise an existing one. Your 鈥淢ailing Address鈥� will be the address to which you receive any mail from the university.
Step 6: How to enrol in 鈥� and complete 鈥� 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 Fall deadline:聽September 30, 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 榴莲官网 Calendar is the most accurate source for sessional dates and deadlines.
Quick links
Links to resources, supports, events and sessions to help you navigate your grad journey!
2025 Orientation Calendar Visit the calendar
Visit our calendar of online workshops, information sessions and virtual socials.
Campus Maps
Use one of our maps 鈥� available in a variety of formats 鈥� to navigate your way across campus:
International / New-to-Hamilton area New to Hamilton
Visit our International Students section for information about
- study permits, visas, UHIP
- travelling to and living in Hamilton
- more
Check out Mac Off-Campus Housing to learn more about finding a place to live.
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For all information about the residence, visit the 10 Bay Residence website. If you have any questions about 10 Bay, contact the Housing team through their live chat available on the residence site.
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Building a strong supervisory relationship 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.
Orientation webinar library Webinar library
A repository of past webinars for graduate students beginning their academic journey in fall 2025.
Whether joining us from across the globe or from just down the road, the IESE team is here to support your transition during your graduate journey.
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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).
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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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Explore the Indigenous Student Services site to discover support and opportunities available for all Indigenous Students at McMaster.
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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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Your starting point for digital research at McMaster, offering guidance on common research functions and directing to available resources and services. The Kickstarter is a shareable online resource accessible via the or directly at the LibGuide.
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All McMaster students have access to Microsoft Office 365 products and Zoom. Use your Mac ID to access Word/Excel, Outlook, OneNote, Teams and more.
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The GSA advocates for McMaster graduate students, providing support and services, including .
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New and returning graduate students can learn more about getting their bus pass on the GSA website.
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McMaster’s University Technology Services has created a page to help all Mac students learn more about tools, set up, and online security.
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McMaster University is committed to providing and maintaining healthy, physically and psychologically safe working and learning environments for all workers, students, volunteers and visitors.
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The Student Wellness Centre is the place on campus to address your wellness needs. Services include counselling and mental health supports, medical care, and wellness programs/education.
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Open Circle McMaster Open Circle
Open Circle McMaster is a diverse and consensus-based community where students can discuss life, spiritual and societal issues, as well as find volunteering opportunities in the broader Hamilton community.
The 榴莲官网 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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Working in Canada Getting your SIN
All individuals who work in Canada MUST have a Social Insurance Number 鈥� commonly known as a SIN. International students can get their SIN at a Service Canada location or online. SIN clinics will be set up on campus in September.
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