Toronto Metropolitan University

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is a leading postsecondary institute in Ontario, Canada, designed to combine academic theory and technical training and education. TMU has a history rooted in career-driven education, in line with its aim of addressing the contemporary needs of society, and is dedicated to a culture of action that is based on the thinking that education and experience go hand-in-hand.

What TMU students learn in the classroom is complemented and enhanced by real-world knowledge through co-ops and internships, while also amplified through specialized minors. TMU offers more than 60 career-focused undergraduate programs and 95 percent of these programs are designed with components that facilitate experiential or hands-on learning. TMU has also pioneered ‘Zone Learning' – a new model of experiential learning that allows students to apply the knowledge and skills gained during their degree to real-world causes, startups, companies, ventures and projects.

TMU's student affairs team assists students in transitioning to university life by providing support and guidance in matters related to academics as well as personal well-being. International student advisors help students with immigration advising and one-on-one personal development.

The university's location in the heart of Toronto, the fourth largest city in North America, gives students the opportunity to connect with leaders in business, government, healthcare, and other areas. Toronto is a vibrant centre of industry, business, and culture, and is renowned for being friendly and accessible.

Students who earn their degree at Toronto Metropolitan University get an excellent academic foundation—plus the real-world experience they need to succeed.

Offering 100+ undergraduate and graduate degrees, TMU delivers a wide range of programs in the following faculties and schools:

• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Community Services
• Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science
• Faculty of Science
• Lincoln Alexander School of Law
• Ted Rogers School of Management
• The Creative School
• Yeates School of Graduate Studies
• The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education

TMU also has plans for a future School of Medicine. TMU programs continually evolve to equip students with the knowledge and experiences to contribute, lead and adapt.

The Toronto Metropolitan University English Language Institute (ELI) is a leader in high-quality English language programming and provides an ideal starting point for students to achieve academic and personal success. The ELI offers English upskilling through pathway programs that help students meet the language requirements for TMU's undergraduate programs as well as customized language training programs for professional development and cultural immersion language programs for short-term visiting students.

Toronto Metropolitan University is ranked #2 in Canada for Student Services (Maclean's University Rankings, 2024) among Canada's comprehensive universities. TMU is committed to student success and offers a wide range of opportunities for students to discover their talents, explore, skill-build, express their identities, create meaningful friendships and connections, and build their learning success toolkit.

TMU's dedicated International Student Support (ISS) office supports international students throughout their entire academic career. Whether it's connecting with the student experience team or a licensed international student immigration advisor (RISIAs and RCICs), ISS can help.

Students can access a wide range of valuable TMU student support resources online and on campus. Areas of service include:

• Academic Accommodation Support
• Athletics & Recreation
• Career & Co-op Centre
• Centre for Student Development & Counselling
• Consent Comes First resources for students affected by sexual violence
• Health Promotion Programs
• Housing & Residence Life
• Medical Centre
• Student Care
• Student Life & Learning Support
• Test Centre
• ThriveTMU resources for wellbeing

Toronto Metropolitan University's urban campus is situated in one of the safest big cities in the world (ranked #2 safest big city by The Economist, 2021). TMU considers the safety and security of its entire learning community to be of the highest priority. From assisting students and staff to external visitors, the university's highly-trained Community Safety and Security team provides 24/7 presence on campus to respond to issues and concerns, perform safety patrols on foot and by bike, offer emergency medical assistance, and offer WalkSafe escorts when students need extra support to feel safe.

Inclusion is at the core of campus safety, and TMU's dedication to equity and diversity has significantly informed their service. Security guards are trained on topics such as anti-oppression, anti-racism, suicide intervention and sexual violence.

TMU Safe is the university's alert tool used to notify the community about urgent situations which present an immediate safety or security risk. This includes notices related to severe weather, building evacuations and active threat situations. TMU Safe sends alerts via six digital channels including SMS, email, website, in-app notification, X (formerly Twitter), and campus TVs.

Studying at Toronto Metropolitan University results in much more than a degree qualification. Throughout a TMU undergraduate program, students can access co-ops, internships and on-campus work experience. Studying in the heart of a large city allows for ample networking and skill-building opportunities. It is an experience and a community which offers perspective, guidance and support to prepare students for employment success.

Students can utilize TMU's Career, Co-op and Student Success Centre to assist in planning and developing their career journey and preparing for a successful transition into their future careers. Students can get guidance on crafting a resume, honing interview skills and establishing a professional presence before graduation.

With hands-on practical learning experiences and career-focused services and supports widely available to them, TMU graduates excel in the labour market. According to a recent survey conducted for the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU), the university enjoys a particularly high graduate employment rate – with 88.3 per cent of students in work or engaged in further study within just six months of graduation, and 92.5 per cent within two years of graduation. Looking at TMU co-op students only, 50 per cent of them actually secure a full-time job before they graduate, and in some programs that figure rises to an outstanding 90 per cent hired before graduation.

New Student Wellbeing Centre

Plans are underway to build a new Student Wellbeing Centre at Toronto Metropolitan University after TMU students voted yes in a 2022 referendum on a health and wellbeing fee to improve the quality, timeliness and level of wellbeing services students receive.

TMU will bring many health and wellness initiatives to this central hub located at the heart of campus. A new eight-storey tower will house all health and wellbeing services under one roof. Find out why TMU students are excited about the new Student Wellbeing Centre.

Launching a New School of Medicine

Toronto Metropolitan University is proud to build on its foundation of deep and broad community and industry partnerships with the launch of a new School of Medicine in Brampton, Ontario.

TMU will offer a new approach to medical education in Ontario — one that draws on the university's commitment to community, diversity and inclusion, and innovation to address the changing needs for health care delivery and practice.

TMU looks forward to welcoming the first cohort of future medical doctors to its School of Medicine in September 2025.

TMU is committed to creating opportunities for students from many backgrounds and provides an extensive range of scholarships and financial aid programs to support its learning community.

International students may qualify for entrance scholarships and distinguished awards, such as the President's Entrance Scholarship (up to CAD 40,000) or the International Student Merit Scholarships (CAD 5,000).

President's Entrance Scholarships

The President's Entrance Scholarship is awarded to secondary school graduates who demonstrate academic accomplishment, leadership qualities, original thought and creative ability. A minimum 90 per cent final admission average is required for consideration.

International Student Merit Scholarships

The International Student Merit Scholarships are awarded to international students who are entering their first year of a full-time, four-year undergraduate degree program at TMU in the Fall or Winter term and demonstrate academic excellence, commitment to volunteer work and extracurricular activities, and leadership skills. A minimum 85%/A or equivalent final admission average is required for consideration.