Bachelor's
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship
Full tuition + books + residence (4 yrs)
University of Toronto
Toronto, Canada
"Canada's leading research university (QS 2027 #32) with three Toronto campuses"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#32 (QS)
PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
About University of Toronto
The University of Toronto (U of T) was founded in 1827 and is Canada's largest and best-known research university, ranked #32 in the QS World University Rankings 2027. About 103,000 students study on three campuses - St. George (downtown), Mississauga and Scarborough - in 700+ undergraduate and 240+ graduate programmes; around 39% are international, from 176 countries. U of T has Canada's largest library system, the most research-based startups in Canada and alumni such as Frederick Banting (insulin) and Margaret Atwood.
Rankings & Recognition
#32
Ranked #32 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#29 in 2026); 21st in THE 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities
Association of American Universities (AAU)
Universitas 21
Universities Canada
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Toronto's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
100.0#
Employer Reputation
99.5#
Faculty / Student
38.0#
Citations / Faculty
64.5#
Intl. Faculty
97.8#
Intl. Students
97.4#
Intl. Research Network
97.5#
Employment Outcomes
98.2#
Sustainability
99.8#
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Key Facts
1827
Founded
103,140 (2025-26)
Total Students
33,467 (38.6%)
International (QS)
16,378
Faculty
St. George, UTM, UTSC
Campuses
Popular Programs
Computer Science
Engineering
Rotman Commerce
Life Sciences
Economics
Architecture
Data Science
Health Studies
Application Details
UG Deadline (approx.)
15 January 2027
Pearson Nomination
By 9 October 2026
Pearson Application
6 November 2026
Apply Through
OUAC 105
India (Class 12)
Very competitive (90%+)
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS Academic
|
6.5 (no band < 6.0, approx.) |
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TOEFL iBT
|
100 (writing 22, approx.) |
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IELTS (graduate, approx.)
|
7.0 |
|
Duolingo / PTE
|
Accepted (see programme) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
N/A
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
Approx. CAD 156 (OUAC)
Avg Scholarship
Full cost (Pearson) / CAD 100,000
Career Outcomes
99%
Placement Ratio
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Post-Study Work
24 hrs/week (off-campus)
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty — 16,378
International Staff (QS) — 42%
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Notable Alumni
Frederick Banting (Nobel Prize, insulin)
Margaret Atwood (author)
Lester B. Pearson (Prime Minister)
Campus & Location
U of T's St. George campus is in downtown Toronto around Queen's Park; U of T Mississauga (UTM) and U of T Scarborough (UTSC) are full campuses in the west and east of the city.
Campus Details
St.
George (downtown)
Mississauga
(UTM)
Scarborough
(UTSC)
Campus Forecast
Summer high approx. 27 C
Winter high approx. -1 C
Snow Dec-Mar
Student Life & Housing
Housing
First-year residence guarantee
Toronto rentals
Dining
Residence dining halls
Health & Wellness
UHIP insurance
Activities & Clubs
Varsity Blues
1000+ clubs
Hart House
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
103,140
International (QS)
38.6%
Undergraduate
76.1%
Postgraduate
23.9%
Cost Deep-Dive
Arts and Science (Intl, approx.)
CAD 62,250 / year
Eng / CS / Commerce (approx.)
CAD 74,830 / year
Research Master's (approx.)
CAD 22,000 - 32,000 / year
Living (approx.)
CAD 2,078 - 3,028 / month
Study permit + biometrics
CAD 150 + CAD 85
Intakes & Deadlines
U of T admits undergraduates in September; apply through OUAC by about 15 January 2027 (some portfolio programmes earlier). Pearson Scholarship nominees apply by 6 November 2026.
Scholarships at University of Toronto
3 scholarships available
Bachelor's
CAD 100,000 (approx.)
U of T International Scholar Award
PhD
CAD 40,000 / year (approx.)
Ontario Trillium Scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 with top grades (approx. 90%+ for CS / Eng) and programme subjects. IELTS 6.5 (each 6.0). Degrees: 4 years.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's (B+ / approx. 75%+). IELTS 7.0 / TOEFL 100 (approx.). Master's: 1-2 years.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5 (no band < 6.0, approx.)TOEFL iBT
100 (writing 22, approx.)IELTS (graduate, approx.)
Duolingo / PTE
Accepted (see programme)Required Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on utoronto.ca.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
3
Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
4
PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
5
Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
6
Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
U of T's St. George campus is in downtown Toronto around Queen's Park; U of T Mississauga (UTM) and U of T Scarborough (UTSC) are full campuses in the west and east of the city.
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