McMaster is located in Hamilton, Ontario, the tenth largest city in Canada.  Hamilton is about a 45-minute drive from Toronto and Niagara Falls. From artisanal eats to scenic trails, Hamilton is full of hidden gems. With vibrant neighbourhoods and a welcoming community, there’s something here for everyone.

Our 30-acre main campus is bordered by 300 acres of conservation space called the Royal Botanical Gardens. The architecture on campus offers a harmonious blend of the traditional with the ultra-modern.

Special characteristics of McMaster University:

• Home to over 70 Canada Research Chairs, and 70 research centres and institutes.
• More than 253,049 alumni living in over 145 countries.
• #1 in Canada for student services (Maclean’s University Rankings, Medical Doctoral Category 2025)
• Top 1% of universities worldwide (Center for World University Rankings 2024)
• Interdisciplinary learning is a hallmark of McMaster.