2021–22 MISSISSAUGA VIEWBOOK
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TRADITIONAL LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We wish to acknowledge this land on which the University of Toronto operates. For thousands of years it has been the traditional land of the Huron-Wendat, the Seneca, and most recently, the Mississaugas of the Credit River. Today, this meeting place is still the home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island and we are grateful to have the opportunity to work on this land.
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Explore U of T Mississauga The City of Mississauga Our Community Supporting Your Wellbeing We’re Here for You Limitless Opportunities Global Citizens Our Programs Application Process
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Varsity women’s basketball
EXPLORE U OF T MISSISSAUGA Students choose from 180+ programs while tapping into a 60,000-strong alumni network spanning 90+ countries. The University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) is a place where talent and ideas converge to meet global challenges. Our campus is known for outstanding academic quality and student success, award-winning faculty and staff, alumni who have made a global impact in numerous walks of life, and an exemplary symbiosis with our community and corporate partners. By studying here, you receive the benefits of a U of T education, including a coveted University of Toronto degree with the rewards of studying at a mid-sized, intimate campus.
#1 university in Canada (2020 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2020 U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities rankings)
#1 school in North America for number of research-based startups (Association of University Technology Managers)
First Silver Fair Trade Campus in Canada all tea and coffee offered at non-branded campus food stations are certified fair trade!
#1 most innovative university (Reuters’ 2019 World’s Most Innovative Universities)
WHERE IN THE WORLD
3,800+ international students 2
from
110+ countries
25%
of our students are citizens of countries other than Canada
SUSTAINABILITY
30%
reduction in energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions through LED refitting
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new electric vehicle charging stations were installed in 2019
UTM Student Centre
HERE COMES SUCCESS
$15.7B
contributed to the Canadian economy by U of T
3.7M
jobs created through companies and nonprofits founded by U of T alumni
$12.8M
in research revenues generated per year, representing 478 active research projects at UTM
Beekeeper on campus
Harvested
1,017 LBS of honey on campus from five bee hives/ 250,000 honeybees
THE CITY OF MISSISSAUGA Mississauga, with a population of 760,000, is Canada’s sixth largest and one of its safest cities. Located at Toronto’s western border, Mississauga is a culturally diverse, well-planned, growing urban city with vibrant business, sports and arts communities. The city is the base for 75 of Canada’s Fortune 500 companies, and 65 of Fortune’s Global 500 companies. Its thriving business sectors include: biotechnology; biomedicine; information and communication technology; pharmaceuticals; automotive; aerospace; and financial services, giving you numerous opportunities for work experience. Mississauga is a lively city with many activities to keep you entertained and inspired. Enjoy live theatre performances at the Living Arts Centre, catch a hockey game at the Paramount Fine Foods Centre, or go ice skating on the rink at Celebration Square. Looking for a wardrobe update? Shop at Square One, Canada’s second-largest mall. Getting around Mississauga is easy. As a UTM student, you receive a special bus pass to use on MiWay (Mississauga Transit) that allows you to travel fare-free at any hour, on any day while you’re a student here. When it’s time to fly home or take a vacation, Toronto Pearson International Airport—Canada’s largest and busiest with over 41 million annual passengers—is just a 20-minute drive away. In the centre of it all is our campus, situated in a park-like setting on the Credit River and bounded by safe residential neighbourhoods. It is well-served by local public transit and is conveniently located near major highways. Toronto, Mississauga’s next-door neighbour and Canada’s world-renowned cultural capital, is about 30 minutes away.
mississauga.ca MISSISSAUGA FACTS
1,200+ 52% restaurants 4
of the population speaks a language other than English
500+
parks and 295 km of trails and woodlands
AVERAGE TEMPERATURES (HIGH/LOW)
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL TIMES FROM YYZ
Spring
Beijing
10,573 km – 13 hrs, 25 mins
Seoul
10,130 km – 13 hrs, 45 mins
New York
574 km – 1 hr, 31 mins
New Delhi
11,653 km – 14 hrs, 13 mins
London
5,713 km – 7 hrs, 45 mins
Summer
11°C/2°C 26°C/15°C Fall
Winter
15°C/5°C 0°C/-8°C
Aerial view of the campus
When I arrived from Pakistan at the age of 10, the support and feeling of warmth I received from the Mississauga community was different than anything I’d experienced. I vowed I would always do what I could to give back. — Umar Farooq, scholarship recipient and Master of Management and Professional Accounting student at U of T Mississauga. The founder of UTM Red Cross, he volunteers his time for numerous other causes.
Left: Absolute World Towers Right: Fireworks at City Hall
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Associate Professor Fiona Rawle hosts walking office hours
OUR COMMUNITY Community is the essence of UTM. It is a place where debate is encouraged, and diversity is embraced. Here are just a few of the students, faculty, and clubs making an impact on campus.
Over the last two years, the tight-knit UTM community has served as a catalyst for my mental and academic growth. The flexibility to try new things, coupled with a support network, provided me with the optimal environment to cultivate my own authenticity. — Ashley Mutasa, Lester B. Pearson scholar and 3rd-year Neuroscience and Statistics student
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I want students to be interested in the topic, and the costumes make it easier to pull in a visual memory of what we talked about. — Madeleine Mant, who teaches Anthropology of Infectious Diseases, where she dons a new costume each week to spur discussion on health issues
180+ STUDENT CLUBS INCLUDING: Animal Rights Club Because I am a Girl Black Students’ Association Cinema Studies Association Club for Mental Health Advocacy
Creatives For a Change Dance Team Equity UTM Fitness Improvement Team Japanese Network
Muslim Students’ Association OUT@UTM Photography Club Quidditch Club Robotics Club
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WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND COMPUTING CLUB (WISC)
Women in Science and Computing is a place where we can talk about what we’re experiencing, find mentorship and peer support. The mission is to create a place where everyone, particularly femaleidentifying students and minorities, feel supported in their journey and don’t feel like they’re doing it alone. — Vaneezeh Siddiqui, WiSC founder and president
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SPORTS & RECREATION
30+ PROGRAMS
Established in 2014, the UTM Varsity Eagles Program consists of six teams competing in badminton, women’s and men’s basketball, cross country, and women’s and men’s soccer. The Eagles compete within the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association conference (OCAA) and are nationally affiliated within the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA). Our Eagles have won multiple individual and team medals, including two provincial bronze medals in men’s indoor soccer and four medals in badminton, including provincial silver in women’s singles.
Varsity Eagles Badminton Cross Country Soccer Basketball Tri-Campus Sports Basketball
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Cricket Flag Football Ice Hockey Indoor & Outdoor Soccer
Varsity Men’s Basketball
Ultimate Volleyball UTM Intramurals Basketball Cricket Dodgeball Esports (FIFA, Madden NFL, NBA 2K, NHL) Indoor & Outdoor Soccer Ultimate Volleyball Fitness & Recreation Cardio Classes Dance Inspired Fitness Classes Strength Classes Mind & Body Classes Martial Arts Classes Open Recreational Lane Swims Women’s-Only Swim Time Aquatic Drop-in Fitness & Recreation Classes Masters & Triathlon Swimming Club Olympic Weightlifting Program
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STUDENT HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE UTM offers the most diverse range of housing options within the University of Toronto with more than 1,500 single and double spaces in traditional-style rooms, apartments, and townhouses. Our residence units are equipped with fully-furnished bedrooms and semiprivate washrooms. The best part about living on campus? You’ll always be steps away from your next class! Diversity is an important part of our cultural landscape, and we consider gender diversity to be an important aspect of this. Mixed-gender housing is available for all students, including those who feel that their gender identity or gender expression is not represented in the traditional male and female housing arrangements.
Dorm room in Oscar Peterson Hall
VIRTUAL VISIT Explore your new home away from home! Learn about our housing options and enjoy a 360° virtual view of each residence by visiting the Student Housing & Residence Life website.
utm.utoronto.ca/housing
Oscar Peterson Hall
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SUPPORTING YOUR WELLBEING UTM is a safe and inclusive community. To ensure a successful and fulfilling university experience, your learning is supported by a variety of services that help you build your skills, make new friends, and maintain your physical and mental wellbeing. This, in turn, allows you to learn and participate fully in campus life.
Therapy dog at Exam Jam
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Recreation, Athletics & Wellness Centre
Need help with your assignments? Start at the library! Every academic program is supported by a liaison librarian, who can help you find resources for your subject. You can also take home a board game—perfect for break time.
Book a one-on-one appointment with the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre. Their instructors will provide feedback to help you improve your work.
Get moving at the Recreation, Athletics & Wellness Centre, a state-of-the-art fitness facility where you can work out, participate in drop-in classes, or join a varsity or intramural sports team.
Breathe in some fresh air and enjoy a walking tour through the scenery on a Wellness Route. If you’re looking for a little more wind in your hair, rent a bicycle for free from BikeShare.
At the Wellness Hub, meet new people and learn self-care strategies by participating in weekly drop-in activities, such as tea talks and wellness workshops.
Visit the Health & Counselling Centre to meet with one of our student-friendly physicians or nurses and discuss any topics related to student health and wellness.
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WE’RE HERE FOR YOU
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Not all learning takes place in the classroom, and not everyone learns in the same way. Finding the best way to balance school, work, home, and health can be daunting! We get that life is complicated, and we’re here to help.
The Office of the Registrar specializes in undergraduate recruitment and admissions and transfer credit assessments, registration, enrolment, academic and financial advising, financial aid services, scheduling, exams, records management, and graduation for all students.
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The Centre for Student Engagement offers campus and community-based co-curricular services, programs, and courses that support orientation and transition into university, and provides opportunities for student involvement, leadership, and community-engaged learning.
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Accessibility Services provides academic accommodations and services to students who have a disability including physical, visual, hearing, learning disability, mental health condition, acquired brain injury (e.g. concussion), ADHD, autism spectrum disorder or chronic health condition.
The Equity & Diversity Office works with students, staff and faculty to promote an equitable and inclusive campus community.
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15+ 400+ partnerships/ workshop & event collaborations with participants/ student groups, attendees campus supports, and external community partners
Black Grad celebration
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The Indigenous Centre supports Indigenous students, staff, and faculty at UTM, as well as inspires future Indigenous students to a welcoming and inclusive UTM community.
utm.utoronto.ca/indigenous-centre Interfaith programming provides religious and spiritual support and care for the students, staff, and faculty of the University of Toronto Mississauga.
uoft.me/utminterfaith Pride 2019 at the Student Centre
Mohawk language exhibit
Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve
LIMITLESS OPPORTUNITIES Whether you want to land your dream job, conduct groundbreaking research, or start your own business, we can get you there. We offer several ways to explore your career options. At the Career Centre, you can meet with a Career Counsellor to help you get to know yourself and what career options might work for you, or you can speak directly with employers at career fairs and networking events. Log in to the Career & Co-Curricular Learning Network to find job and volunteer opportunities both on and off campus, plus full-time postings for recent graduates. The Experiential Education Unit (EEU) connects you with opportunities to learn both inside and outside the classroom. Through academic internships, you’ll earn academic credit while gaining practical work-based experience. Our Commerce and Computer Science students can also participate in Professional Experience Year Co-op, a 12- to 16-month paid work placement where you’ll work on large scale projects, reach professional milestones, and develop professional relationships. You can work with our exceptional and innovative researchers through the Research Opportunity Program (ROP). You’ll get involved in hands-on, cutting-edge research while working one-on-one with the University’s leading faculty members. These experiences will help you build strong relationships with instructors, learn about exciting new developments in their research field, and explore new areas of interest.
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UTM CAREER CENTRE
TOP 5
in Canada (Canadian Education and Research Institute for Counselling)
160+
employers exhibit each year at the Get Experience (volunteer) and Get Hired Fairs
DID YOU KNOW? Hundreds of on-campus jobs are available through the Work Study Program in the fall/winter and summer each year. Professional Experience Year Co-op (PEY Co-op) allows you to complete a 12- to 16-month work placement during your studies at UTM.
10,000+
actively registered employers who post jobs for U of T students each year
ICUBE If you’ve got a business idea you want to get off the ground, we can help make it happen. ICUBE is a hub for idea exploration, early-stage business development, and co-working. Entrepreneurial students are provided with expert support, resources, and access to opportunities.
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start-up teams supported
38%
female co-founders
$640,000+ in revenue generated by teams
ICUBE boot camp
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GLOBAL CITIZENS UTM's student population represents more than 110 countries. By providing groundbreaking programming and welcoming students from across the globe, we nurture cultural diversity and build global fluency. The International Education Centre (IEC) is your first point of contact for international education support, including assistance with immigration and the University Health Insurance Plan. You can also attend internationally focused events and programs that allow you to meet others who share the same interests, provide peer-to-peer support, and get connected to our community. Want to travel to Italy to learn about the history of food, or conduct field research in Cambodia? UTM Abroad offers a variety of academic and co-curricular experiences in several countries every year. You can also go on an exchange with one of our 120+ partner institutions in over 40 countries, all while earning credits towards your degree. We also offer specialized Global Scholar courses that allow you to acquire many of the insights and skills gained from learning abroad right here on our campus. The Centre for Student Engagement offers you several opportunities to engage with our local community, while also investing in your personal growth, developing tangible skills, and meeting new people. Get involved with a community organization by joining a Social Innovation Project, and work with a team of students to come up with a solution for a challenge or problem within their organization. Become a Youth Mentor to offer support and encouragement to youth, and empower them to achieve both academic and personal goals.
INBOUND/OUTBOUND EXCHANGE
INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
50+
25+
80+
150+
inbound students per year from the UK, Singapore, Hong Kong, Sweden, Australia and many more
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research destinations
different international opportunities/ projects available
UTM ABROAD
Throughout the Peruvian experience, I learned a lot about community, privilege, and what it means to ‘help.’ I hope I can continue to better myself and become a better friend and ally to the people I meet. Thank you, Peru. I am forever grateful to you. — UTM Abroad trip to Peru, 2020
Past UTM Abroad trips have included Italy, Japan, Peru, Dominican Republic, London, and Paris.
Being a part of an abroad program really enriched my learning at UTM. I think it is a great opportunity to learn more about the world as well as your peers and professors. — UTM Abroad trip to Dominican Republic, 2020
Amazing experience! Studying abroad really opens your eyes to how others live. You meet amazing people abroad and gain experience in ways you cannot in the classroom. — UTM Abroad trip to Cambodia, 2020
DID YOU KNOW? UTM offers a broad range of elective language courses, including Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Persian, and Spanish. You can earn a Language Citation, which is an official recognition on your transcript.
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Hazel McCallion Academic Learning Centre & Library
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ARTS COMMUNICATION, CULTURE, INFORMATION & TECHNOLOGY
THEATRE & DRAMA
Take on tomorrow by acquiring knowledge and developing skills for the fastest growing global sectors of technology and media.
As a Theatre & Drama student, you will receive expert practical training in acting, balanced with a thorough exploration of dramatic history, theory and literature in this longstanding program.
HUMANITIES
VISUAL STUDIES
Studies in the Humanities cultivate critical thinking, logic and communication through the exploration of cultures, languages, literatures, philosophy and history.
Explore the meaning and power of images and their impact on our lives. Study and learn how to shape contemporary visual culture through our programs in this area.
SOCIAL SCIENCES The Social Sciences provide an excellent foundation for many careers through examination of the relationships between the individual, society and the environment. Prospective student using VR headset
WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY MAJOR? Download our Program Plans — quick and accessible overviews of the many academic and co-curricular opportunities available in every area of study.
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Students performing at Theatre Erindale
GEORGE ALEVIZOS
HBA, Theatre & Drama Studies, Class of 2019 University of Toronto Mississauga alumnus George Alevizos wants to ensure actors with disabilities are supported and represented in the Canadian entertainment industry. Alevizos, who uses a wheelchair, is working with the actors’ union ACTRA (the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists) to audit the accessibility of casting facilities in Toronto. His efforts were highlighted in a recent report on CBC’s The National, which looked at how the entertainment industry is becoming more inclusive— particularly for people with disabilities. “ I feel like the more representation we see, the more willing people are to go out and work on their craft.”
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Forensic Science students in lab
HABON ALI, UTM VALEDICTORIAN
HBSc, Biology and Environmental Science, Class of 2020 Bet on yourself. Embrace failure. Lean on your friends and family. Those are a few of the lessons that Habon Ali shared with her fellow classmates as the valedictorian for UTM’s Class of 2020. Over her final year at UTM, Ali also managed a challenging portfolio as VP Equity on UTMSU’s executive leadership team and, since 2018, Ali has advised Prime Minster Justin Trudeau on issues concerning Canadian youth. Ali was encouraged to stretch herself through UTM’s Research Opportunity Program, which gave her the chance to gain new research skills under the guidance of her mentors. “ How do I want to make change in the world? I see that the things I like—migration, health policy, equity, global relations and international policy—are coming together. The future is really wide open.”
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SCIENCES Students in a chemistry lab
CHEMICAL & PHYSICAL SCIENCES Study natural laws and processes of living and non-living matter, the role of geographic information systems and environmental sustainability, or explore the great expanse of the universe.
COMPUTER SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS Whether you're interested in building robots, patching vulnerabilities in computer systems, or exploring machine learning, our programs will give you the skills you need and teach you to think analytically and creatively.
Forensic Science students at mock crime scene
FORENSIC SCIENCE Our campus hosts Canada’s premier Forensic Science degree program. Dive into the study of physical evidence in a modern legal context, best defined as “science in service to the courts.”
LIFE SCIENCES Life Science will intrigue those who are interested in the natural world, the organisms and mechanisms that shape it, and the discovery process that unravels its complexities.
PSYCHOLOGY Psychology programs emphasize the scientific method and its application to the study of behaviour and thought processes in humans and animals.
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BUSINESS UTM Management Director's Circle and Institute for Management & Innovation (IMI) Awards Night
COURTNEY JONES
BCom, Finance, Class of 2019 In the fall of 2019, Courtney Jones joined the incoming class of Harvard Law School. It is a challenge she feels ready to meet head-on, thanks in large part to the ongoing support she received from her tight-knit family, and community of friends and faculty at University of Toronto Mississauga. Jones pursued a major in economics and specialization in finance because it would add value to her as a lawyer later on and help her become an advocate for small businesses. “ As long as you’re willing to work for it and believe that you are capable of doing it, I think you can achieve anything you want.”
COMMERCE Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) The Commerce programs combine economics and the various sub-disciplines of management, enabling students to develop analytical skills and gain knowledge of institutions using the resources of the Institute for Management and Innovation (IMI).
MANAGEMENT Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) The Management programs prepare you to become an effective member of organizations. Drawing on a balanced offering of rigorous intellectual frameworks from the social sciences, they cover the nature and working of organizations, and managerial functions. 24
Bell representative speaks to undergraduate students
ADDITIONAL DEGREE OPTIONS COMBINED DEGREE PROGRAMS The University of Toronto Mississauga offers a number of combined degree programs that allow you to be registered in two degrees (one undergraduate and one graduate) at the same time. • Combined HBA Environmental Management/MSc Sustainability Management • Combined HBSc in Environmental Science/MSc in Sustainability Management • Combined HBSc Psychology/MA Child Study & Education
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Our new certificate programs, completed concurrently with your undergraduate degree, will enrich your understanding of the concepts you learn in class, and help strengthen your skills for today’s economy. Certificate programs are offered in: • Advanced Economics • Curatorial Studies
• Effective Business Practices & Leadership Skills
• Digital Communication
• Global Perspectives
• Digital Media, Communication and Technology
JOINT PROGRAMS The Art & Art History and Theatre & Drama Studies programs are offered jointly between U of T Mississauga and Sheridan College. Students in these programs take classes at both campuses and earn both a University of Toronto degree and a Sheridan diploma.
PROFESSIONAL & GRADUATE PROGRAMS The University of Toronto Mississauga is home to over 900 graduate students, both in the research and professional streams. We have more than 40 years of experience supervising graduate students in numerous disciplines, providing training and guidance in their quest for a successful postgraduate career.
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Student studying for exams
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APPLYING TO UTM To apply to UTM, submit an application through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre website: ouac.on.ca After applying, you will receive an email acknowledgment from the University. This email will outline your next steps, instructions to review the status of your application, and a complete list of required documents you may need to complete your application. The application deadline is January 15, 2021.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
The minimum requirements for admission consideration vary by program. You must present all the requirements, including prerequisite courses, to be considered. All of our programs have limited spaces, and the admission selection process is competitive. uoft.me/utmprograms
We welcome applications from a wide range of international high school (secondary) systems. See page 37 for admission requirements for common international education systems. For a comprehensive list of minimum admission requirements for international applicants, visit future.utoronto.ca/apply/requirements
SUBMITTING DOCUMENTS After you have applied for admission, visit join.utoronto.ca often to find complete information about the documents required to complete your application.
How to Apply: If you are currently attending an Ontario high school day program (in Ontario or abroad), you will apply using the “101” application. Otherwise, you will apply using the “105” application. Both applications can be found at ouac.on.ca International students also have the option to apply directly to the University of Toronto if they do not wish to apply to any other post-secondary institution in Ontario. For more information, visit utm.utoronto.ca/apply
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Admission Requirements for
ONTARIO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS If you are a current full-time Ontario secondary school student, your school will provide you with a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to access the online application (called a “101”). Your school will send your marks to the OUAC, and the OUAC will send them to us. You will initially select an intended area of study during the application process, but are not officially admitted to your formal programs of study (Specialists, Majors and Minors) until after the completion of first year. You may choose a different program or programs, providing you meet all prerequisites in your second year and beyond. All program areas require: • Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with six Grade 12 U/M subjects or equivalent including English. See utm.utoronto.ca/future for details. • The admission average is calculated with English (ENG4U) plus the next best five Grade 12 U or M courses. The University of Toronto reserves the right to give preference to students whose marks are the result of a single attempt at each course.
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Program
Prerequisites required in addition to English
Program Type
F, Ph; (rec. C) F, Ph; (rec. C) F, Bio, Ch; (rec. C, Ph) C, F, Bio, Ch, Ph F, Ch; (rec. C, Ph) F, Bio, Ch/Ph; (rec. C) F, Bio, Ch; (rec. C, Ph) F, Bio, Ch; (rec. C, Ph) F, Bio, Ch/Ph; (rec. C) (rec. one Math) C/F, one of Bio/Ch/Ph based on future interest F, Ch; (rec. C, Ph) C, F, Ph
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C, F C, F C, F C, F C, F C, F
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Ma
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Approx. grade required‡
CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES (HBSC)
Astronomical Sciences Astronomy Biological Chemistry Biomedical Physics Chemistry Combined HBSc Environmental Science/MSc Sustainability Management** Earth Science Environmental Geosciences Environmental Science Geographical Information Systems Geography Geology Physics
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COMMERCE (BCOM)
Accounting Commerce (HBA) Commerce Economics Finance Marketing
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Mid 80s
COMMUNICATION, CULTURE, INFORMATION & TECHNOLOGY (HBA)
Communication, Culture, Information & Technology Digital Enterprise Management Professional Writing and Communication
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COMPUTER SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS (HBSC)
Applied Statistics Bioinformatics Computer Science Information Security Mathematical Sciences
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Bio F, Bio, Ch; (rec. C, Ph) F, Bio, Ch; (rec. C, Ph) F, Bio F, Bio, Ch; (rec. C, Ph)
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Low to mid 80s
FORENSIC SCIENCE (HBSC)
Forensic Anthropology Forensic Biology Forensic Chemistry Forensic Psychology Forensic Science
Mid to high 70s x
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HUMANITIES (HBA)
Art & Art History* J Art History J Canadian Studies Cinema Studies Classical Civilization Creative Writing Diaspora & Transnational Studies Dramaturgy and Drama Studies Education English English Language Linguistics Ethics, Law & Society French Studies Functional French History History and Political Science History of Religions Italian Latin American & Caribbean Studies Linguistics Philosophy Philosophy of Science South Asian Civilizations Teaching & Learning: French Teaching & Learning: French & Italian Teaching & Learning: Italian Visual Culture J Visual Culture & Communication J Women & Gender Studies
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Program
Prerequisites required in addition to English
Program Type S
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LIFE SCIENCES (HBSC)
Anthropology Biology Biology for Health Sciences Biomedical Communications Biotechnology Comparative Physiology Ecology & Evolution Molecular Biology Paleontology
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Low to mid 80s
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MANAGEMENT (BBA)
Business, Science, and Entrepreneurship (HBSc) Human Resource Management Management (HBA) Management
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Mid 80s
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PSYCHOLOGY (HBSC)
Combined HBSc Exceptionality in Human Learning/ MA Child Study & Education** Combined HBSc Psychology/MA Child Study & Education** Exceptionality in Human Learning Neuroscience Psychology
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SOCIAL SCIENCES (HBA)
Anthropology Combined HBA Environmental Management/ MSc Sustainability Management** Criminology, Law & Society Economics Economics & Political Science Environmental Law and Policy Environmental Management Financial Economics (HBSc) Geography History & Political Science International Affairs Political Science Sociology Sustainability
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THEATRE & DRAMA (HBA)
Theatre and Drama Studies *
Audition Required
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Low to mid 80s
VISUAL STUDIES (HBA)
Art & Art History* J Art History J Cinema Studies J Visual Culture J Visual Culture & Communication J
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LEGEND Bio Biology C Calculus & Vectors Ch Chemistry F Advanced Functions Ita Italian M Mathematics of Data Management Math One of the Grade 12 U Maths Fr French Ph Physics / or , and rec. recommended
S Specialist program Ma Major program Mi Minor program * U of T degree plus Sheridan College diploma earned. ** Application to Master’s program in third year of study. J Listed jointly in Humanities and Visual Studies. ‡ The “Approximate Grade Requirement” provided for each program indicates the admission average for that program in the previous academic year. This mark range will vary each year according to the number and quality of applicants. It is not a “cut-off point” or enrolment limit. It is a general guideline only.
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Admission Requirements for
CANADIAN AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS UTM receives applications from across Canada and from across the globe! If you are not a current Ontario high school student, you will apply using the “105” application form and will meet one of the following requirements: • You currently reside in Canada (Canadian citizens, permanent residents or those currently studying in Canada on a study permit or other visa), or are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident living elsewhere (not in Canada), and you are not currently attending an Ontario high school day program. • You currently reside outside of Canada and are not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, and are not currently attending an Ontario high school day program (in Ontario or abroad).
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Curriculum
Admission Requirements†
English
Calculus & Vectors
Advanced Functions
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Ontario
Secondary School Diploma with six subjects at the 4U/M level including English. The co-op component of Grade 12 courses will not be used for admission purposes.
ENG4U
MCV4U
MHF4U
SBI4U
SCH4U
SPH4U
Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations SL /Mathematics HL or SL/Further Mathematics HL
Biology HL or SL
Chemistry HL or SL
Physics HL or SL
International Baccalaureate
Complete Diploma including English. Math Studies is not acceptable for any program with a Math prerequisite.
English HL or SL
Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL/Analysis and Approaches SL/ Analysis and Approaches HL/ Mathematics HL or SL/Further Mathematics HL
British Columbia & Yukon
High School Diploma with six Grade 12 subjects, including English 12 or English 12 First Peoples. Provincial examinations are required for English 12 or English 12 First Peoples for BC students graduating in 2018 and 2019.
English 12 or English 12 First Peoples
Calculus 12 or AP Calculus (AB or BC)
Pre-Calculus 12/Principles of Math 12
Anatomy & Physiology 12/Biology 12
Chemistry 12
Physics 12
Alberta & Northwest Territories
Alberta High School Diploma with five Grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 including English Language Arts 30-1.
ELA 30-1
Math 31 or AP Calculus (AB or BC)
Math 30-1
Biology 30
Chemistry 30
Physics 30
Nunavut
Alberta or Nunavut Secondary School Diploma with five Grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 including English 30-1. Inuktitut 12 and Aulajaaqtut 12 are acceptable.
ELA 30-1
Math 31 or AP Calculus (AB or BC)
Math 30-1
Biology 30
Chemistry 30
Physics 30
Saskatchewan
High School Diploma with five Grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30 including English Language Arts A30 + B30.
English A30 + English B30
Calculus 30 or AP Calculus (AB or BC)
Pre-Calculus 30 Biology 30
Chemistry 30
Physics 30
Manitoba
High School Diploma with five Grade 12 academic subjects including English 40S plus three additional 40S level subjects. The remaining credit must be 40S or 40G.
English 40S (Comprehensive/ Literary/ Transactional Focus)
Pre-Calculus 40S† AP Calculus (AB or BC)
Pre-Calculus Math 40S
Biology 40S
Chemistry 40S
Physics 40S
Quebec: Grade 12
High School Diploma with six Grade 12 academic subjects including English.
English or English AP
AP Calculus (AB or BC) or MCV4U
Linear Algebra or MHF4U
Biology or SBI4U
Chemistry or SCH4U
Physics or SPH4U
Quebec: CEGEP
12 academic subjects including English/ anglais (two terms). Students who have completed more than 12 academic subjects may receive transfer credit in arts, science, business/commerce programs. Those who have a complete DEC are likely to be admitted to second year. The Cote de Rendement (R Score) will be used for admission and award purposes.
2 semesters of English/anglais
Calculus 1
Biology 1
Chemistry 1&2
Physics 1 & 2
Nova Scotia
High School Diploma with five Grade 12 academic subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) including English.
English 12
Calculus 12 or Pre-Calculus 12† or AP Calculus
Advanced Math 12 or Math 12
Biology 12
Chemistry 12
Physics 12
New Brunswick
High School Diploma with six Grade 12 academic subjects (college preparatory: 120, 121 or 122) including English.
English 120, 121 or 122
Calculus 120 or AP Calculus (AB or BC)
Pre-Calculus A 120 + PreCalculus B 120
Biology 122
Chemistry 121 or 122
Physics 121 or 122
Prince Edward Island
High School Diploma with five Grade 12 academic subjects (numbered 611 or 621) including English.
English 621
Math 611B or AP Calculus (AB or BC)
Math 621A or 621B
Biology 621
Chemistry 611 or 621
Physics 621
Newfoundland and Labrador
High School Diploma with 10 academic English 3201 credits at the 3000 level including English.
Math 3208 or AP Calculus (AB or BC)
Math 3200
Biology 3201
Chemistry 3202
Physics 3204
Note: Advanced Placement Examinations and International Baccalaureate credits are also acceptable. Transfer credit information is available at utm.utoronto.ca/transfer † Secondary School and Diploma must be recognized by the Provincial Ministry of Education
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Admission Requirements for
COMMON INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION SYSTEMS
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Communication Culture & Technology Building
Curriculum
Admission Requirements ◊
English Prerequisite ◊
Mathematics Prerequisite ¤
BRITISH-PATTERNED EDUCATION
At least five different academic GCSE/IGCSE/Ordinary Level subjects and four different academic subjects at Advanced Subsidiary Level OR three different academic subjects at the Advanced Level (excluding General Paper). All examinations must be conducted by an examination authority located in the UK or an equivalent authority elsewhere. Prerequisites should be presented at Advanced or Advanced Subsidiary Level. Some programs may consider excellent GCSE/IGCSE/Ordinary Level results for fulfilling a prerequisite. Applied Advanced Level subjects are not recommended.
GCSE/IGCSE/ Ordinary Level English, English Language, or English as a Second Language, OR AS Level/A Level English or English Language
Math AS Level/A Level
CAMBRIDGE PRE-UNIVERSITY
The Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma or Certificate, including three Principal Subjects (or a combination of Advanced Level subjects and Principal Subjects covering different subject areas).
GCSE/IGCSE/ Ordinary Level English, English Language, or English as a Second Language, OR Principal Subject English or English Language
Math A Level/Principal Subject
CARIBBEAN ADVANCED PROFICIENCY EXAMINATION (CAPE)
The complete Diploma (six units).
CSEC/CAPE English
Pure Mathematics (CAPE Unit I and II)
FRENCH-PATTERNED EDUCATION
The complete Baccalauréat général.
Anglais (Terminale)
Spécialité Mathématiques (Terminale)
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)
The complete Diploma.
English HL or SL
Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL/Analysis and Approaches SL/Analysis and Approaches HL/Mathematics HL or SL/Further Mathematics HL. Math Studies is not acceptable.
UNITED STATES
U.S. Senior Year/Grade 12 in an accredited high school with a high grade point average. We expect competitive applicants to be enrolled in a rigorous academic course load, and to have taken the highest level of course available to them in pre-requisite subjects. Test optional assessment has been adopted for students applying for Fall 2021 admission. Students who cannot or choose not to submit test results will not be disadvantaged in the admissions process; however, students who have written SAT or ACT tests previously, and wish to have these considered in their assessment, are encouraged to submit their scores. Students seeking admission to Science or Commerce/Management programs are strongly advised to complete AP Calculus. Students aiming for admission in Fall 2022 should visit uoft.me/UnitedStates in early Fall 2021 to view up-todate requirements for their cohort.
Senior Year/12th Grade English
AP Calculus/Math Grade 12
Detailed information about all educational systems is available at uoft.me/reqs Transfer credit information is available at uoft.me/transfercredit ¤ Other prerequisites may be required. Refer to the appropriate program chart. ◊ Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
ACE@UTM
Proof of English language proficiency is required from all applicants except for those:
The Academic Culture & English (ACE@UTM) program is an exclusive program for students who have been admitted to the University of Toronto Mississauga but require additional English language development to fulfill their English language admission requirements. Completion of the ACE@UTM program may be a condition of an offer of admission; students cannot apply directly for admission to this program. Minimum scores in English facility tests are required.
• whose first language is English, or • who have achieved satisfactory progress in at least four years of full-time study in an English language school system located in a country where the dominant language is English, or • whose first language is French and who have achieved satisfactory academic progress in at least four years of full-time study in Canada.
utm.utoronto.ca/ace
We accept (electronically only) a variety of international English language tests and qualifications, including the tests listed below. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-based Test: Total score of 100 with at least 22 on Writing section. Electronic request code: 0982-00. Paper-delivered Test: Results will be reviewed on an individual basis. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Module Minimum overall band of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0. Electronic copies only sent from testing centre. International Baccalaureate English A score of at least 4 (predicted or final) in: • English A: Literature SL or HL, or • English A: Language and Literature SL or HL • English B HL is not acceptable.
IF YOU ARE TRANSFERRING FROM ... A Canadian College Admission consideration is based on your overall academic record and your most recent annual average. Competitive students normally have a high B average in their college studies, provided they include sufficient academic content. Some programs require higher standing. Prerequisite courses vary. We accept Grade 12 U courses or equivalent, or two full college semesters of an academic subject to meet prerequisites. One semester of math must include Calculus to be equivalent to our Calculus & Vectors (C) requirement. uoft.me/utmcanadiancollege
GCSE/IGCSE/GCE/AICE English • A minimum final grade of “B” in GCSE/IGCSE/GCE Ordinary Level English, English Language, or English as a Second Language, or • A minimum final or predicted grade of “C” in GCE A Level/AS Level/AICE English or English Language.
A Canadian University Admission consideration is based on your most recent annual average, although we will review your entire academic record. Competitive applications usually have a solid B average. Program area prerequisites must be met. We accept high school Grade 12 U courses or equivalent, or half-credit university-level courses as prerequisites.
ELDA/COPE Minimum overall score of 86, 32 in Writing, and 22 in each of Reading and Listening.
uoft.me/utmcanadianuniversity
Other English language tests and qualifications are also considered. Visit our website for a comprehensive list and complete details on our English language proficiency requirements.
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An International College or University If you are attending or have attended a recognized university or college and have a strong academic record, you will be considered for admission based on your postsecondary studies and your most recent annual average, although we will review your entire academic record. Program area prerequisites must be met at, or beyond, the minimum level required for admission from your educational system. uoft.me/utminternationaluniversity
TRANSFER CREDITS Certain high school curricula (e.g. AP, IB, GCE) may be considered automatically for transfer credit. Previous post-secondary studies completed at a recognized institution may be eligible for transfer credit through a transfer credit application. utm.utoronto.ca/transfer
DID YOU KNOW? Transfer Explorer is the university’s transfer planning tool. Check the eligibility of credits earned at other Canadian institutions, including all divisions of U of T, for transfer to (or within) the University of Toronto.
uoft.me/transferexplorer
Instructional Centre
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TUITION & SCHOLARSHIPS FINANCES
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID
The cost of a university education is a combination of tuition fees and living expenses. Considering your financial options can help you prepare your budget before you set foot on campus. Basic student fees vary by program but generally include the following:
U of T provides you with two assurances regarding financial support; one based on need and the other primarily based on academic merit. The University’s policy on student financial support states that no student admitted to a program at the University of Toronto will be unable to enrol or complete the program because they do not have sufficient funds. This statement of principle means that U of T will supplement the funding provided by government sources for students who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons.
• Domestic student tuition fees: $6,100 • International student tuition fees: $57,020 • $1,000 and up for books • $1,724 and up for incidental fees • $11,000 to $16,000 for residence and for meal plans • $644 and up for parking (optional) • $720 for the University Health Insurance Plan, required for international students (Above amounts are in Canadian dollars. The fees and expenses listed are effective for the 2020–21 academic year.)
The University of Toronto Scholars Program recognizes outstanding students at admission. Awards worth $7,500 each are available. Outstanding domestic and international secondary school students are considered automatically on the basis of their average at the time of admission. Top applicants may also qualify for the President’s Scholars of Excellence Award which includes a $10,000 scholarship, guaranteed access to on-campus employment in second year and guaranteed access to an international learning opportunity.
DID YOU KNOW?
900 = $2,298,000 entrance awards issued in 2019–20
in total!
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UTM ENTRANCE AWARDS
ONTARIO GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE
All students who apply directly from high school are automatically considered for UTM Entrance Awards. Awards are based on admission averages and include only grades obtained from the first attempt at a course. Students are notified in their offer of admission letter if they are eligible.
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program for Ontario residents that provides student loan and grant assistance that supplements student and family resources. osap.gov.on.ca and canlearn.ca
utm.utoronto.ca/future-students/finances/scholarships
U OF T MISSISSAUGA GUARANTEED ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP
CANADIANS FROM OUTSIDE OF ONTARIO
Three levels of entrance scholarships are guaranteed to all domestic and international students admitted to our campus directly from high school with the admitted average listed below.
canlearn.ca
Grade Range*
Scholarships Amount
95.0% +
Up to $12,000 ($3,000 renewable x 4 years)
92.0% – 94.9%
$3,000 (non-renewable)
90.0% – 91.9%
$2,000 (non-renewable)
Each province has its own government student loan program.
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS International students should contact their government for financial aid opportunities.
* Where a course has been repeated, the first grade attained will be used in calculating average for scholarship eligibility.
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO INTERNATIONAL SCHOLAR AWARD
LESTER B. PEARSON INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
The University of Toronto International Scholar Award – University of Toronto Mississauga are automatically awarded to exceptional international students at the University of Toronto Mississauga. Recipients are selected by committee, and based on academic achievement and overall academic competitiveness, you may be awarded one of the following:
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship program is intended to recognize outstanding students from around the world who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, creativity, and who are recognized as leaders within their school. A special emphasis is placed on the impact the student has had on the life of their school and community, and their future potential to contribute positively to the global community. Awarded annually, these prestigious and competitive scholarships cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years.
• Up to $180,000 ($45,000 x 4 years) • Up to $100,000 ($25,000 x 4 years)
future.utoronto.ca/pearson
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CONNECT WITH US. CAMPUS TOURS
ONLINE EVENTS & WEBINARS
SOCIAL MEDIA
Find out what makes our campus special — exceptional people, state-of-the-art facilities, and a breathtaking, forested campus. Through our virtual campus tour, you’ll be able to explore our campus from the comfort of your home!
Throughout the year, we host online webinars, chats, and events for prospective students. Join us and discover the many opportunities available here, speak with current students, ask our staff your questions, and learn more from our partners across campus.
Follow @UTMFuture on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to read the unique stories of our students and alumni through #MyUTM, participate in our AMA (Ask Me Anything) sessions, and see a day in the life of our student ambassadors.
uoft.me/utmonlineevents
@UTMFuture #MyUTM
utm.utoronto.ca/tours
TORONTO
SCARBOROUGH
Scarborough Campus
Toronto Pearson International Airport
TTC (public transit) Travel time: 1 hr
MISSISSAUGA
Square One Shopping Centre
St. George Campus
Mississauga Campus
Fare-free shuttle bus Travel time: 1 hr
LAKE ONTARIO
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