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University of Toronto

Toronto, Ontario · Est. 1827

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About the university

Canada's largest and top-ranked research university, split across three campuses — the historic downtown St George campus sits minutes from the CN Tower, right in the middle of Canada's biggest city.

Robarts Library
Robarts Library
Hart House
Hart House
Official website ↗International students page ↗

Popular courses

What people actually study here.

Computer Science
Commerce
Life Sciences
Engineering Science
Political Science

The vibe

What it actually feels like.

  • A genuinely downtown campus — the CN Tower is visible from the middle of the historic quad.
  • Split into distinct colleges (Trinity, Victoria, University College and more), each with its own traditions.
  • One of the most internationally diverse student bodies in North America.

Fun things to do

Life outside the lecture hall.

01

Skate the free outdoor rink at Nathan Phillips Square, a short walk from campus in winter.

02

Explore Kensington Market's food stalls and vintage shops, a Toronto student staple.

03

Catch a Blue Jays or Raptors game — both venues are a short transit ride from downtown campus.

Opportunities for international students

What's on offer if you're coming from abroad.

Lester B. Pearson and other major entrance scholarships covering full tuition for top applicants.
A large Centre for International Experience handling visas, health insurance and orientation.
Deep ties into Toronto's finance, tech and biotech sectors for co-op and internship placements.

Also in Canada

Other top Canada universities.

McGill UniversityUniversity of British ColumbiaUniversity of AlbertaUniversité de Montréal

References & sources

Where this page comes from.

Course lists, scholarships and admissions details summarised here are illustrative. Always confirm the current, exact terms on the university's own official website before applying. Photography is freely licensed via Wikimedia Commons, not sourced from the university's own site.

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