π McMaster University: Canada's Innovation Powerhouse π‘π«
Letβs geek out over McMaster University (affectionately called "Mac")βπ Canadaβs most creative + innovative hub! π π Founded in 1887 by Senator William McMasterβs legacy, itβs nestled in Hamilton, Ontario ποΈβa safe, sparkly city just 1hr from Toronto π. Students rave about its vibe: clean, friendly, + perfect for hustling or chilling! ππ π With 21,441 undergrads + 3,519 grad/PhD students from 137 countries, Macβs a global melting pot ππ. π¬ Why Mac Shines: π₯ Med school rivals McGill (yes, the McGill) πΌ Business school? Top-tier in North America π οΈ Engineering? Dubbed "Canadaβs MIT" by industry pros π π¨ One of FEW universities with its OWN NUCLEAR REACTOR βοΈπ₯ π₯ Engineering at Mac: π Year 1: Same 4 core courses for all. Survive the 4.5% "cut" to declare your major π π Ranked #1 in student satisfaction for community-based projects (2017 survey) ποΈπ·βοΈ π‘ Focus: Hands-on, collaborative, real-world cases. Learn by DOING, not just reading π§π π Majors: Chemical π§ͺ Civil ποΈ Computer π₯οΈ Electrical β‘ Engineering Physics π« Materials π Mechanical βοΈ Mechatronics π€ Software π» π Ontario Grade 12 Admission Tips: 1οΈβ£ 90%+ average π 2οΈβ£ English + Advanced Functions + Calculus + Physics/Chem ππ’ 3οΈβ£ Ace the supplementary application + interview π£οΈπ― #StudyInCanada #McMasterBound #EngineeringGoals