Rankings
How every major ranking places McMaster University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & technology | 30 | $12,315 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 24 | $12,315 | See → |
| Social sciences | 16 | $8,429 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 15 | $12,315 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 13 | $4,543 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 8 | $12,315 | See → |
| Business & management | 6 | $29,713 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 6 | $12,315 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 5 | $29,713 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 5 | $4,543 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 4 | $29,713 | See → |
| Psychology | 3 | $12,315 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 1 | $9,061 | See → |
Costs and entry
119 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at McMaster University
The job market for McMaster University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Canada.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at McMaster University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $12,315 a year; half of McMaster University's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $4,543 and $29,713. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: business & management courses are typically $29,713, natural sciences $4,543.
How is McMaster University ranked?
McMaster University is ranked #173 by QS (2026), #116 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #101–150 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Nursing (#30) and Sports-related Subjects (#33).
What IELTS score does McMaster University need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (3 of the 5 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5.
How many postgraduate courses does McMaster University offer?
136 postgraduate courses across 13 fields; the largest are engineering & technology (30), public health & allied health (24) and social sciences (16).
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Updated 22 September 2026. Courses and fees from McMaster University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.