British-Patterned Education
General Certificate of Education (GCE)
Minimum Admission Requirements: At least five different IGCSE/GCSE/Ordinary Level academic subjects AND EITHER four different Advanced Subsidiary (AS) academic subjects OR three different Advanced Level (A Level)/International Advanced Level academic subjects. English IGCSE/GCSE/Ordinary/AS/A Level is required for all programs. Mathematics AS or A Level is required for programs with the Calculus prerequisite. Other prerequisites should be presented at Advanced or Advanced Subsidiary Level. General Paper, General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills, Key Skills, and AS Global Perspectives and Research are not acceptable.
Cambridge Pre-University
Minimum Admission Requirements: The full Cambridge International Pre-University diploma including 3 Principal Subjects (or a combination of Advanced Level and Principal Subjects) and the Global Perspectives and Independent Research Report (GPR). English GCSE/Advanced/Principal Level is required for all programs. Mathematics Advanced or Principal Level is required for programs with the Calculus prerequisite. Other prerequisites should be presented at Advanced Level or as Principal Subjects.
Transfer credit may be awarded for your Advanced Level or Principal subjects. See the Transfer Credit Information for further details.
Note about Technical Qualifications
BTEC National (Level 3), Cambridge Technical (Level 3) and T-Level qualifications are not accepted in lieu of Advanced Subsidiary, Advanced Level or Pre-University Principal subjects.
Expanded Admission Requirements by Target Faculty
FAQs
University of Toronto Acceptance Rate for US Students
Not surprisingly, Toronto has one of the most competitive acceptance rates in Canada, at nearly 43% (meaning roughly 43 students are accepted per 100 that apply).
Why is the U of T acceptance rate so high? ›
Comparison with Other Universities
When compared to other universities, the acceptance rate at the University of Toronto is relatively competitive. Its reputation, ranking, and academic excellence attract a substantial number of applicants each year, leading to a highly competitive admissions process.
How hard is it to get into U of T as an international student? ›
The school currently houses more than 95,000 students as one of Canada's largest universities. With over 53,000 current undergraduate domestic students, 20,000 international undergraduate students and an acceptance rate of 43%, the University of Toronto is a very competitive and popular choice.
What is the acceptance rate for U of T Architecture? ›
UofT's architecture program has an acceptance rate of about 23%. The acceptance rate for UofT's psychology program is approximately 40%. The acceptance rate for UofT's Masters in finance is about 38%. The UofT acceptance rate for its Commerce program is around 30%.
Is University of Toronto respected in the USA? ›
Among public universities, U of T ranked fourth in North America and 12th overall. “This latest affirmation of the University of Toronto's global reputation is based on the independent assessments of scholars around the world who are leaders in their respective fields,” said U of T President Meric Gertler.
Is University of Toronto like Harvard? ›
Notwithstanding some exceptions, Harvard is generally ranked within the top three schools globally. One could argue that the rankings themselves exemplify why U of T is the “Harvard of the North”: it is the highest-ranked school in Canada, as is Harvard in the US.
What is the hardest university to get into in Canada? ›
According to the most recent data, the hardest universities to get into in Canada are:
- The University Of Toronto.
- University Of British Columbia.
- University Of Waterloo.
- University Of Alberta.
- Carleton University.
- McMaster University.
- University Of Montreal.
- Western University.
Can I get into U of T with a 3.7 GPA? ›
50% of admitted students submitted an SAT or ACT result. The SAT score range for the middle 50% of admitted students was 1430-1540. For the ACT, 32-35 is the range. For CGPA: 3.7 to 4.0.
Is the University of Toronto prestigious? ›
University of Toronto is ranked #18 in Best Global Universities. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.
Can Americans go to the University of Toronto? ›
U of T invites applications from well-qualified students from around the world. More than 25% of our student body is international, with students coming from 168 countries and regions. Details for students from the U.S.
Although there are no Ivy League colleges in Canada by definition, a few top universities have the same characteristics as American universities.
What is the easiest Ivy League school to get into as an international student? ›
- Cornell is considered the "easiest" Ivy League to get into because it has the highest Ivy League acceptance rate. ...
- Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the US and consistently ranks #1 hardest Ivy League to get into. ...
- Students from around the world dream of studying at Columbia University.
Why is the UofT acceptance rate so high? ›
Overall, the University of Toronto acceptance rate is competitive because of its highly ranked programs and accredited faculty, staff, and alumni.
Is the University of Toronto expensive? ›
The average tuition fee for a PG course can range between CAD 55,000 – 70,000 per year, depending on the course. Tuition fees vary depending on the choice of course. Students can visit the University of Toronto website to get an exact figure.
Why is UofT law so expensive? ›
The Faculty of Law's tuition fees pay for all the things (world class faculty, clinical and internship opportunities, combined degree programs, career services, to name a few) that allow us to offer one of the best legal educations in the world.
Can a US citizen go to the University of Toronto? ›
U of T invites applications from well-qualified students from around the world. More than 25% of our student body is international, with students coming from 168 countries and regions. Details for students from the U.S.
Is it hard to get into Canadian universities as an American? ›
1. Are Canadian universities hard to get into? Generally speaking, Canadian universities can be very competitive, but the difficulty of getting in will depend on the school and your chosen program. Some schools are more competitive than others, and some faculties are harder to get into as well.
Is it hard to get into Canada as an American? ›
Getting into Canada
Like any other country, Canada has laws to protect its borders and security but entering Canada as a tourist is relatively easy to do. Here are the basic rules around this subject: Persons entering Canada must provide proof of citizenship and proof of identity.
How many Americans go to University of Toronto? ›
U of T has international students from 170 countries and regions
Country/region | Students |
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United States | 1,189 |
Korea (South) | 890 |
Hong Kong | 655 |
Taiwan | 501 |
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