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    University of Toronto

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    Toronto, Ontario, 🇨🇦 CanadaFounded 1827
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    About University of Toronto

    Founded in 1827 as King's College by a royal charter from King George IV, the University of Toronto is Canada's oldest and most prestigious university. It became a secular institution in 1850 and has since grown into a global research powerhouse. Notable alumni include five Canadian Prime Ministers, Nobel laureates, and the co-discoverers of insulin (Frederick Banting and Charles Best).

    Best known for

    • Canada's top research university
    • Invented insulin
    • AI & Machine Learning research (Geoffrey Hinton)
    • Three campuses across Toronto
    • World-class medical school

    Type

    university

    Founded

    1827

    Total students

    Not verified

    Indian students

    Not verified

    St. George (Downtown)
    Mississauga (UTM)
    Scarborough (UTSC)
    300+ student clubs
    World-class libraries

    Popular Programs

    Computer Science
    Engineering
    Business (Rotman)
    Medicine
    Data Science
    Economics

    Full program list: official website.

    Admission for Indian Students

    1

    Apply through Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) for undergraduate

    2

    Submit official transcripts and mark sheets from 10th, 11th, and 12th standard

    3

    Provide English proficiency test scores (IELTS/TOEFL)

    4

    Some programs require supplementary applications or video interviews

    5

    Graduate programs: Apply directly through the university portal with SOP, LORs, and CV

    IELTS

    6.5 (min 6.0 each band)

    TOEFL

    100 (min 22 writing)

    GPA / Marks

    85%+ (Indian boards)

    • SOP for graduate programs
    • 3 Letters of Recommendation
    • GRE/GMAT for select programs
    Source not verified — always confirm details on the institution's official admissions page before applying.

    Tuition

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    International tuition

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    See official tuition fees

    Tuition varies by program and year. Always confirm the fee for your program on the official fee schedule.

    Scholarships

    • Lester B. Pearson Scholarship (full tuition)
    • University of Toronto Scholars Program
    • International Entrance Award ($5,000–$40,000)

    Eligibility and amounts change each year — check the university's awards office before applying.

    Intakes & Deadlines

    Intakes

    Fall (September)
    Winter (January) - limited programs

    Application deadline

    January 15 (Fall intake), November 1 (Winter)

    Application fee

    CAD $180

    Deadlines are indicative and differ by program — confirm on the official admissions page.

    Cost of Living in Toronto

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    Official minimum living funds for your visa: IRCC — proof of financial support

    Student Life

    Live activity from Indian students at University of Toronto.

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