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University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario · Public University · Est. 1827

QS World #21 Admissions open
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Type
Public University
Founded
1827
Students
97,000
International
27,000

U of T: the applicant's brief

6 findings

  1. The short answer

    University of Toronto is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, with three main campuses in the Greater Toronto Area. It suits students who want a large, research-focused university with a wide subject spread and a very large international community.

  2. What you can study

    You can study across a broad set of subjects, including Environmental Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Fine Arts, Music, Media Studies, Physics, Biology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Applied Physics, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, and Business Administration (MBA). Example programmes include Accounting, Actuarial Science, African Studies, Aging and Society, American Studies, Animal Physiology, Anthropology (Arts), Anthropology (Science), Applied Climatology, Applied Data Science, Applied Mathematics, and Applied Statistics. The university offers Bachelor's Degree and Professional-level study.

  3. Getting in

    Application details for international students should be checked on the official university website, including entry requirements for the specific programme, deadlines, required documents, and any country-specific conditions. Because admission rules can vary by subject and level, confirm the process with admissions before applying.

  4. What it costs

    Tuition is published at CAD 52,000 to CAD 70,500. Living costs in Toronto will add to the total, so plan for housing, food, transport, and other daily expenses separately; confirm the current tuition for your programme with the university.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university has 27,000 international students, so it is used to a large cross-border student body. Before applying, check the language of instruction for your chosen programme, visa requirements, tuition for that programme, and whether your previous qualifications meet the entry standard.

  6. How it compares

    Canada has 156 universities, and this one sits near the top of the sector by global standing with a QS world rank of 21. Its scale, public research profile, and broad subject range make it a stronger option for applicants who want a large, highly international university rather than a smaller specialist institution.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about U of T

Where is the University of Toronto located?

It is in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with three main campuses in the Greater Toronto Area.

Is the University of Toronto public or private?

It is a public university.

How many international students does it have?

It has 27,000 international students.

What is the tuition range for international students?

Tuition is CAD 52,000 to CAD 70,500.

Overview

The University of Toronto is a public research university with three main campuses in the Greater Toronto Area of Ontario, Canada. Based on the grounds that surround Queen's Park in Toronto, it was founded by royal charter in 1827 as King's College, the first institution of higher learning in Upper Canada. Originally controlled by the Church of England, the university assumed its present name in 1850 upon becoming a secular institution.

Ranking figures are indicative and provided for general guidance — always verify current positions with the official QS rankings and the university.

Programs at U of T

74 programs across 2 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Actuarial Science

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

African Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Aging and Society

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

American Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Animal Physiology

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology (Arts)

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology (Science)

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Environmental Science

Applied Climatology

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Applied Data Science

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Mathematics

Applied Mathematics

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Statistics

Applied Statistics

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Archaeology

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Architectural Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Fine Arts

Art History

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art and Art History

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Asian Canadian Studies

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⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Astronomy

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biochemistry

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Bioethics

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Biochemistry

Biological Chemistry

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Applied Physics

Biological Physics

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Biomedical Science

Biomedical Ethics

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Biomedical Science

Biomedical Toxicology

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Biotechnology

Biophysics

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Biotechnology

Biotechnology

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Buddhist Studies

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⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business Administration (MBA)

Business German

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Canadian Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Caribbean Studies

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⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Celtic Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Chemical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Applied Physics

Chemical Physics

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Christianity and Culture

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Media Studies

Cinema Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Urban Planning

City Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Classical Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

Computer Science

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

Creative Writing

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Digital Humanities

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Drama

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Economics (Arts)

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Engineering Science

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

Environmental Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Finance

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Forensic Biology

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Geography (Arts)

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Global Asia Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Music

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Nursing

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Psychology

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Social Sciences

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⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Built Environment

Urban Studies

University of Toronto

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Professional

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

CAD 52,000 – CAD 70,500/yr

Premium tuition

Indicative living cost

—

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry.

English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90 (varies by programme).

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry..
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Canada.

Scholarships at U of T

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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