First-Year Experience

Welcome to McMaster University! We’re glad you’re here. As a first-year McMaster student, we know that you may feel excited and maybe a little bit nervous, too.

We want to make sure every first-year student feels connected and supported. That’s where our first-year experience team comes in: we offer support to incoming students from the summer before you begin classes, up until the end of your last exam in first year. 

NEWS AND EVENTS

Hello Hamilton Tour: Nature Edition 

1) Canterbury Falls   Canterbury Falls, located on Canterbury Creek, is a beautiful 9.5-meter ribbon-style waterfall maintained by the Hamilton Lions...

A mosaic of student photos that make up an image of Edwards Arch.

Welcome Week

Welcome Week Event

Let’s start the year together! First of all, congratulations and welcome to our Marauder family! We’re committed to providing you...

Edwards Arch in spring.

MacStart: Transition program for students with disabilities

MacStart: Transition program for students with disabilities Event

Congratulations on becoming a Marauder! We’re excited to welcome you to our McMaster community MacStart is a free summer program...

McMaster University Hall

Mac101: Introduction to University Life

Mac101: Introduction to University Life Event

Get introduced to university life at Mac101 Welcome to McMaster! This summer, join students, staff and faculty for Mac101, a...