McMaster University
The UGME program at McMaster University is known worldwide for its innovative approach to medical education, including problem-based learning, early clinical exposure, and three-year curriculum delivered within a distributed medical education model. Our reach and impact are impressive, with over 4,000 faculty spread across two distributed campuses and four clinical education campuses in Southwestern Ontario.
Application timeline
July 11th, 2025
OMSAS Application Opens
Today
October 1st, 2025
Application Deadline
February 2nd, 2026
Interview Invites
March 15th, 2026
MMI
May 12th, 2026
Admission Decisions
Minimum requirements
GPA
3.00 / 4.00 on the OMSAS Scale.
Education
Completion of at least three years of undergraduate study (30-half year credits or 15 full-year credits or a combination) by May of year of entry.
Casper
Completed
MCAT
123 in the CARS section.
Application Information
Components
MCAT Score
Release your scores to the school through the AAMC.
Autobiographical Sketch
A detailed and comprehensive list of your activities since age 16, within any of the following categories: employment, volunteer activities, extracurricular activities, awards and accomplishments, and research.
References
Three: 1 academic- or employment-related referee, 1 non-academic referee, and 1 referee of your choosing
Fees
McMaster Application
$130
OMSAS Service Fee
$220
Scoring
Interview selection scoring weights
100%
Unspecified
Admissions scoring weights
70%
MMI Score
30%