International Student Services
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International Student Services is a division of the Student Success Centre that provides additional services and programs for international undergraduate, visiting and exchange students at McMaster University. In 2021, McMaster was ranked number 69 by the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, and number 14 in the world in THE’s University Impact Rankings based on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
International students are a valued part of our community. We encourage you to explore these services, as well as our other services through the Student Success Centre. If you’re unsure where to get support for your specific concerns, check out our success coaching services.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET
Get drop-in, one-on-one guidance from the international student services team. Have quick online text chats (10–15 minutes) and get answers to your general questions about international student support.
All new and returning international undergraduate students are required to sign up for the iCent app. This ensures that we have the proper information to support you and help you make the most of your time at McMaster.
- Download the iCent app (available at the Apple Store and Google Play Store). If you’re unable to download the app, visit the iCent web version.
- Select “Canada” as your institution country.
- Select “McMaster Undergrad Programs” as your institution name.
- Follow the “email and PIN” button.
- Enter your McMaster (@mcmaster.ca) email ID. You will receive an email with a secured PIN to log in.
- Enter the secured PIN and go to “continue.”
Note: Contact support@icent.app if you need to reactivate your existing account.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT UPDATES
Do you know how to protect yourself from scams?
January 13, 2022Unfortunately, international students sometimes become victims of scams. The best way to avoid these scams is to get informed. Be smart and stay safe! View this webinar recording to learn from Hamilton Police Services, Fraud Prevention, Crime Stoppers and McMaster Security.
Do you know how to protect yourself from scams?Watch the recording
Supporting international undergraduate students coming to Canada
2021–2022New and returning students must review the McMaster COVID-19 readiness plan, which outlines the actions required for travelling to Canada, documentation required and further information about what to expect upon your arrival to Canada.
Supporting international undergraduate students coming to CanadaRead the readiness plan
Participate in a formal mentoring program for international students
Winter 2022 (register by January 12, 2022)Living, studying and working in a new country can be an exciting new experience, but it can also be difficult to navigate alone. Through this four-month program, you get to connect with former international students who are currently working or enrolled in a further education program in Canada. Register on OSCARplus under Student Success Centre > Mentorship & Career Conversations.
Participate in a formal mentoring program for international studentsRegister on OSCARplusOur Services
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