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Accept your offer

Congratulations on your offer of admission! Here’s how to accept it.

Current Ontario High School Students

  • Deadline to accept your offer is June 2 or the date listed in your offer letter. Whichever is earlier.
  • You can view and download your admission decision letter on your applicant portal.
  • All admissions decisions will be made no later than end of May.
  • Accept your offer on OUAC by the deadline listed on your offer of admission letter.
  • Complete the online Residence Application (including deposit) by the deadline (if applicable).

Not Current Ontario High School Students

  • Deadline to accept your offer is May 1 or the date listed in your offer letter. Whichever is earlier.
  • Download your admission decision letter on your applicant portal.
  • Accept your offer on OUAC and pay your enrollment deposit (if applicable) by the deadline listed on your offer of admission letter.
  • Complete the online Residence Application (including deposit) by the deadline (if applicable).

Frequently asked questions

Where is my offer letter?

Your offer will appear on the applicant portal first, followed by OUAC. Within 48 hours of receiving an offer, you should expect to see your offer letter in your McMaster portal. Aid and awards information will appear on the portal as well.

Can I defer my admission?

Deferral requests may be submitted until October 15, 2025 and are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

LEARN MORE ABOUT DEFERRAL REQUESTS