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Contacts
Phone: (905) 525-9140 ext. 22141
E-mail: oudsh@mcmaster.ca
Website: http://65.39.131.180/ContentPage.aspx?name=MD_Program_Overview
Admission Requirements
General Notes
- General goal of the program is to ensure their graduates to have a full grasp of the medical sciences in all backgrounds, using the latest research in cognitive psychology to utilize the most effective methods to provide first-class education.
- McMaster also has a M.D/Ph.D option: this allows clinical-physicians to pursue research in their respective fields
Check it out: http://65.39.131.180/ContentPage.aspx?name=Undergraduate_MD_Program_MDPhD_Combined_Program
Criteria
GPA and credit minimums must be met
Required Classes
- By June 30, 2009 applicants must have completed a minimum of three years of undergraduate degree work (30 half year credits or 15 full year credits or a combination).
Note: Applicants who have not completed 30 credits by the time of the application date must present their final transcript with course codes and grades to McMaster by June 30, 2009. This will be considered as a proof that the prerequisites are met.
- Students with a CEGEP diploma must accomplish at least two additional years (20 half year credits) of degree credit work at an accredited university by June 30, 2009.
- Applicants who have completed their Bachelor degree in less than 3 years by the time of the application deadline are also qualified to apply if have the average GPA of 3.00.
- There is no requirement that the applicant must carry a full course load
- No required pre-requisites
GPA
- Applicants' entire academic career is evaluated into a cumulated GPA calculated by the Medical school
- By October 1, 2008 applicants must have attained an overall GPA of 3.00 on the 4.00 point scale.
MCAT
- The MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) is currently not required for Medical School provided at McMaster University.
Supporting Documents
- Autobiographical submission
- 3 letters of reference
Any additional information can be acquired at: http://65.39.131.180/ContentPage.aspx?name=MD_Program_Admissions
Deadlines
Applications must be submitted by October 1, 2008, 4:30 p.m. EDT.
Tuition
Tuition for Canadian students:
- Year 1: 16 848
Tuition for non-Canadians:
- Year 1: $91,137
Tuition/fees are subject to change by McMaster Board of Governors.
All information above provided by: http://65.39.131.180/ContentPage.aspx?name=Undergraduate_MD_Program_Tuition
Statistics
- 546 students in 2007 were invited for an interview.
- For class of 2009, mean GPA: 3.80
For complete statistics from 2007-2008 please visit: http://65.39.131.180/ContentPage.aspx?name=MD_Prog_-_Admissions_-_Selection_Process