University of Toronto

The University of Toronto, founded in 1827, is consistently ranked as Canada’s leading research university and counts itself among the world’s foremost public institutions. Its main St. George campus sits in the heart of downtown Toronto, with two further campuses at Scarborough and Mississauga.

Why students choose U of T

• A member of the U15 group of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities.
• Exceptionally broad range of programmes, from the arts and sciences to engineering, medicine, and law.
• Home to world-class research facilities and a long history of major scientific breakthroughs.
• Downtown Toronto location puts students at the centre of Canada’s largest city and its job market.
• Large, diverse international student community with extensive support services.

Campus and location

The historic St. George campus blends Gothic-style buildings with modern research facilities in downtown Toronto, while the Scarborough and Mississauga campuses offer smaller, greener settings within the wider metropolitan area.

What students say

A recurring theme in student feedback is that U of T’s academics are demanding, with students commonly describing the workload as tougher than at many other Canadian universities. Some reviews mention that the sheer size of the student body can make it harder to feel a sense of community at first, particularly outside smaller programmes or colleges, though the large number of clubs and activities is often cited as a way to counter this. The downtown location is frequently praised for putting students close to internships, part-time work, and the city’s transit and airport links.

Official website: https://www.utoronto.ca

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