University of Toronto — admission requirements
U of T is Canada's largest research university, consistently top-ranked, with a very wide range of programmes across three campuses.
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At a glance
- Type
- Public · high international tuition
- English requirement
- Typically IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL 100 — confirm per programme
- Admission basis
- Competitive grades + programme requirements
- After study
- PGWP eligible
What makes University of Toronto distinctive
- Large, research-intensive and competitive — strong across most fields.
- International tuition is among the higher in Canada; budget for it plus Toronto living costs.
- Graduates are eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), a major draw.
- Applications are programme-specific with their own deadlines and supplementary materials.
Application checklist
- Recognised degree meeting the programme's competitive threshold
- English certificate at the required level
- Transcripts, references, statement; GRE where requested
- Proof of funds (tuition + living) for the study permit
- Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) for the study permit where required
How to apply to University of Toronto, step by step
- 1Check programme deadlines + requirements
10–12 months before
- 2English test; gather references
8–10 months before
- 3Apply via the programme portal
by the deadline
- 4Offer, PAL, then study permit + funds
3–5 months before
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Last verified 2026-06-20. Each programme sets its own exact thresholds and they change — always confirm on the official university page before applying.