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Graduate Admission Requirements of our Master’s Programs

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This page outlines the admission requirements to our Master of Information, Master of Museum Studies, and the Combined Degree programs.

We invite all potential candidates to join us for an Info Day / Tour / Admissions Event to learn about the various concentrations and program options.

Tours, led by senior students, are also available.

For an overview of the Faculty of Information and our Master’s degree programs, please click the button below to view / download the 2022 / 2023 Admissions Viewbook:

Application & Deadlines

Application.

Applications are completed online through the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) application system . For students interested in applying to our Combined Degree Program (CDP), you will need to complete both the Master of Information and the Master of Museum Studies program applications.

The application fee is $125 CAD per application.

Important Dates & Deadlines

Online applications.

Applications open on October 1 of each year.

• Entry into the program occurs once a year.
• The next admission entry is for September 2024.

Application Deadline to the Master of Information (MI) and Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) Programs

Regular deadline for applications is February 8

• The online application form, including payment of the application fee, as well as ALL of your supporting documents (including receipt of references) must be submitted by this date. Please note, an application with supporting documents submitted after this date, or with missing supporting documents will be considered incomplete, and will not be reviewed by the Admissions Committee.
• We will not have rolling admissions. To ensure a fair and more equitable admissions process, all applications will be reviewed after the application deadline. Everyone should expect to receive a decision by end of April.

Automatic Entrance Awards / Scholarships Eligibility

• This includes the online application form, application fee, and all supporting documents.
• Have a minimum 3.80 / 4.0 admission average / A average
• Admissions awards / scholarships are highly competitive

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Academic Requirements

An appropriate undergraduate degree.

An appropriate 4–year  bachelor’s degree from a recognized university is required. The degree may be in any discipline or area of study. The degree must normally contain a minimum of 75% academic credits—that is, courses that are not professional, practical, technical or vocational courses. Courses such as studio art, drama, music performance, theology, education, or library science are not normally considered to be sufficiently academic in content for admissions purposes.

If your degree was earned outside of Canada, please use the International Degree Equivalency Tool to identify equivalent credentials.

Minimum Grade Requirement

• A mid-B equivalent is required for consideration.
• This is the minimum GPA requirement for consideration. Presenting a mid-B average does not guarantee admissions.

While work experience is invaluable personal and professional experience, it cannot be a substitute for academic requirements. For admission to the Faculty of Information standardized tests (such as GMAT or GRE) are not required or requested, and will not be considered.

Double Blue Entry – this pathway is curently closed for 2025 admission

This opportunity is available to Master of Information and Master of Museum Studies applicants, and open to current University of Toronto students or alumni.

This application pathway allows the candidates to go through an expedited review process (within 2 weeks of receiving your entire application – including all supporting documents).

ELIGIBILITY • University of Toronto student or alumni • Minimum A- (3.75) admission GPA • Submit an online application by February 8, 2024 • Submit all supporting documents (Statement of Intent, CV/Resume, 2 references*) by February 8, 2024 • Submit the Double Blue interest form (below) by February 8, 2024

Complete the Faculty of Information — Double Blue Entry Interest Form (Microsoft Forms) to be considered (opens October 1) .

*Please review the requirements for your supporting documents below

• Expedited review process (within 2-weeks) • $500 Double Blue Award* • Considered for all other admissions awards and grants by the faculty

*all successful recipients of the $500 Double   Blue  Award will be notified at the same time of other automatic entrance scholarship award results (by the end of March)

Supporting Documents

Transcript(s).

Transcript(s) from all post-secondary institution in attendance and attended:

• For applicants currently in the process of completing their final year of study, an interim transcript needs to be submitted.
• For the purpose of the application review, unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the online application form :
•         Current and past UofT students may upload a copy of their grade report / academic history from Acorn to their online application for the purpose of the application review
• If an offer of admission is made, official final transcripts need to be received at the faculty as part of the offer condition(s)*
• University of Toronto, 140 St. George Street – 4th floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 3G6
• E-transcripts can be sent directly from your institution(s) to [email protected]
• Current and past University of Toronto students applying to Faculty of Information Programs may give permission to the faculty to download an official University of Toronto transcript by emailing [email protected] .
• The Admissions Committee may at any time during the application process, request applicants to submit official transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended.
• For admission to the Faculty of Information standardized tests (such as GMAT or GRE) are not required or requested and will not be considered.
• For students whose admitting degree was granted outside of North America, the Faculty of Information will accept transcripts sent directly from World Education Services (WES) as official transcripts in consideration for admission. The Faculty of Information will consider the evaluation report from WES but will make its own evaluation decision.

A Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resumé

It should include:

• Relevant personal and work experience (both paid and unpaid)
• Publications
• Professional activities
• Awards, honours, grants, and fellowships (as applicable)

Statement of Interest and Other Questions

All questions can also be found in the Statement of Interest and Other Questions 2023 Word document. 

In this part of the application, you will create one double-spaced document consisting of:  

• A Statement of Interest (400-600 words, required )
• The answers to two (2) mandatory questions (150-200 words each, required )  
• The answers to two (2) reflective questions (150-200 words each, required )  
• Additional context  to help us interpret your application (150-200 words, optional )  

  Please include the word count in the heading for each response, e.g., “Statement of Interest (491 words)”. Note that longer answers will not necessarily be considered stronger, and exceeding the word count may impact the assessment of your application.  

Once completed, please submit this one document through the  SGS application site  as either a Microsoft Word file or a PDF . The document should be no longer than 5 pages total.  

1. Statement of Interest 

• As a future professional in the information and/or museum fields, you will be responsible for the management of information, knowledge, and culture in an ever-changing world.   
• In your Statement of Interest, we would like to learn more about your interest in the Faculty of Information, as well as your vision for your graduate studies and subsequent professional career.   
• Your Statement of Interest should be between 400 and 600 words , double-spaced, and written in essay format using complete sentences.  

Statement of Interest Prompts 

Read through and reflect on the prompts below and use some of the following questions to guide your writing.  

You are not required to address all questions in your Statement of Interest.  

We value applicants who have chosen the information and/or museum field thoughtfully, and who can articulate their motivations for studying at the Faculty of Information.  

• How did you decide that committing to the information and/or museum field was the best decision for you?  
• What are some of the reasons you chose to apply to the Faculty of Information?  

  Our students have a wide range of academic and professional interests, and many have pursued different careers or degrees before choosing the Faculty of Information.  

• In what ways has your academic, professional, or personal experience prepared you for our Master of Information and/or Master of Museum Studies program?  
• In what ways could your prior experiences and interests enrich, expand, or enhance your journey in the information and/or museum field?  

  It is important to the Faculty of Information that we are educating information and museum professionals who will contribute to their chosen fields, practice their professions ethically and responsibly, and be grounded in the values of equity, diversity and inclusion.  

• What are some topics, questions, or problems you would like to explore during your studies here, and which of our concentrations best suits your interests?  
• What are some of your career goals and aspirations for the future, and in what ways would our Master of Information and/or Master of Museum Studies program support you in achieving them?  
• Upon graduation, what are some ways you hope to contribute to the information and/or museum field? What makes these contributions important to you
• What does it mean to you to be an information and/or museum professional, and what are some of the key values such a professional should uphold?  

2. Mandatory Questions 

With these questions, we would like to learn about your critical thinking, and your potential role within a diverse learning community. Since each question is limited to 200 words, successful answers will be specific and concise.  

Please respond to each question separately, include the word count in each heading, and make it clear which questions you are responding to.  

MQ1: A Challenge in the Field  

Critically consider the Information (MI) OR Museum (MMSt) field and identify a real, substantial gap or challenge within it. Describe the challenge, suggest a viable solution, and illustrate how your skill set, knowledge, and expertise can meaningfully contribute to implementing this solution.  

MQ2: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism  

The Faculty of Information is strongly committed to initiating, cultivating and sustaining an academic community that engages diverse intellectual and cultural perspectives, and that values inclusion, acceptance, shared responsibility, and mutual respect. Tell us how your experiences, perspectives, or actions would contribute to this goal.  

3. Reflective Questions 

With these questions, we would like to learn about your interpersonal skills and your ability to reflect on past experiences. Please feel free to provide example(s) from your personal, professional, or academic life.  

Please answer two of these questions to enrich your application.  

RQ1: Creativity  

Creative potential can take many forms: problem-solving, innovative thinking, and artistic expression. What are some ways you personally channel your creative inclinations, and how would your creative outlets influence your academic and professional journey within the context of the Faculty of Information?  

RQ2: Flexibility  

What is a real-life, non-academic experience you have had in which things did not go as you had planned or hoped? What happened, how did you navigate the situation, and what benefits or opportunities for growth did you take away from the experience?  

RQ3: Resilience  

Reflect on a major challenge you have confronted in your life and discuss the strategies you have employed against it. What progress have you made towards overcoming the challenge, and how has this struggle impacted your experiences or achievements?  

4. Context  

  (Optional) Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your academic record or experiences (e.g., inconsistencies, gaps, policies, circumstances, etc.)?  

We care about your unique interests, accomplishments, and perspectives, and this document is our opportunity to get to know the most important things about you. Here are some tips to ensure your responses represent you well.  

• Be clear, focused, and organized. Plan out your responses and ensure they follow a logical structure. Consider why we may be asking each question, and how to answer it as directly and concisely as possible.  
• Be authentic, reflective, and specific. Consider how to apply your own writing voice to your responses, what key messages you want each response to convey to someone who doesn’t know you, and what concrete examples from your experience you can use to support these messages. We want to understand your journey and the challenges you have faced, but you don’t need to write about a life-changing event, personal hardship, or difficult circumstance to have a strong application.  
• Be careful with clichés, cultural references, and humour. Clichés and canned phrases reduce your ability to differentiate yourself from other applicants, while references to media and ironic or joking phrasing may not be accurately understood by your readers.  
• Revise and review. Give yourself enough time to think about your responses, to write a few drafts, and to come back to them with fresh eyes. Check your spelling, grammar, and structure. Read your responses out loud and ask people you trust who know you well for their perspective on how your writing represents you to a reader.  

Academic Letters of Reference

Two academic references are required . Referees should speak to your academic abilities, performance, aptitude, etc. They should be a professor that taught you previously or currently teaching you. A third optional reference is permitted (which can be an academic or work / professional reference). You should only consider adding an additional reference if you are certain that it will be as strong as the other required references.

If you last graduated more than five years ago, you may substitute work letters of reference. Work-related referees should be direct supervisors who can comment on your skills that are useful in the academic environment.

On the online application, you will be asked to provide the contact information for your referees on the online application. Once you have entered this information, your referees will be emailed by the School of Graduate Studies with instructions directing them to a secure website where they will submit electronically:

• A candidate assessment on a fillable Confidential Report form.
• A reference letter.

Please be sure to inform your referees on all appropriate deadlines!

Tips to Selecting Referees

• Choose faculty members whom you believe will give you strong references.
• Teaching assistants or workshop instructors are generally not useful as academic referees.
• If your referees are not currently teaching you, send them your CV, mention the course(s) you took with them, as well as anything about your work that will remind them of who you are.
• If a referee seems vague or reluctant, find another referee.

English Language Proficiency (IF REQUIRED)

For applicants where English is not their first language, an English Proficiency Test result will need to be submitted.

For applicants where English is not their first language but completed an Undergraduate or Graduate degree from an institution where English is used as the medium of instruction and examination, then an English proficiency test result may not be required. However, applicants will be required to provide a letter from their previous institution to verify that English is indeed used as the medium of instruction. This letter should be sent directly to the Faculty of Information on official institution letterhead and email.

The admission committee does reserve the right to request for applicants to provide an English Proficiency Test result during the application process.

After You’ve Applied

Application status check.

It is your responsibility to log in to your profile on the application website to confirm the receipt of your supporting documents, including letters of recommendation and to amend your current contact information. Your application will be marked “Under Review” when it has gone to the Admission Committee for consideration.

Review Process

The Admissions Committee takes a holistic approach in reviewing candidates. Emphasis is not placed in any specific area but the overall application. Meeting the minimum requirements of the Faculty of Information and the School of Graduate Studies does not guarantee admission.

Notification of Decisions

Decisions will be communicated on the application website . Decisions are made as soon as it is possible to do so. By the end of the current admission cycle (typically in May) the outcomes of all applications should be communicated.

Deferring an offer of admissions

Ordinarily, the University and Faculty does not grant deferred admissions, but in exceptional, extenuating circumstances (i.e. situations beyond a student’s control), students who have been accepted for admission but cannot attend at the appointed time may apply for a one year deferral. Please contact our Admissions team for assistance.

Application considerations

Students will be admitted to   one of their  to p 2 concentration selections. You will rank your concentration of interest in order of preference in the online application. We strongly recommend that you select two concentrations. If you are not offered admission to your rank 1 concentration choice, you will automatically be considered for your rank 2 concentration choice if one was selected.

Changing or adding a second concentration

S tudents   will be able to review, and may request   to change their  concentration  a round  March/late-Winter .

Students wishing to add a second concentration may submit a request near the end of your second year of study.

Y ou will be required to meet with an academic advisor prior to   request ing a concentration change or addition to review your current academic standing and progress in the program. We will share details when the time comes.

Please note, students can take courses in any of the concentrations as your electives, no matter what concentration you are enrolled in. 

Collaborative Specializations

Our MI and MMSt students are eligible to enroll into a variety of Collaborative Specializations (i.e. think of them as minors that you might have completed in your undergraduate degree). If you are interested in topics such as environmental studies, food studies, Jewish studies (just to name a few), please take a look at the collaborative specialization programs that you may be eligible to apply (after you have received and accepted an offer of admission to the Faculty of Information).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

My referees didn’t get the email with submission instructions.

Ask them to check junk mail folders first. You can also re-send reference requests to your referees if needed via the online application system.

How can I change my referees or update their information?

You should contact [email protected] if:

• There are changes to your referees.
• You need to submit a new email address for your referee.
• Your referee experiences problems with submitting online.
• Your referee does not have an institutional email address (submit their alternate email address).

How should I pay the application fee?

Payment is made at the time of application online only and requires a Visa or Mastercard credit card. Applications will not be processed until the application fee is received. The School of Graduate Studies (SGS) is NOT able to accept payment via Visa debit or Mastercard debit. SGS also cannot NOT accept payment by wire transfer. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you do not have a credit card, it is recommended that you buy a pre-paid Visa or Mastercard, offered by many banks and retailers.

Can my application fee be waived?

No. The application fee may not be waived, refunded, or deferred.

I have graduated from a university where English was the language of Instruction and examination was English; do I still need to provide proof of English Proficiency?

Normally, if applicants have obtained an undergraduate or graduate degree from an institution recognized by the University of Toronto and where the language of instruction and examination is uniformly English, they are not required to submit proof of proficiency in English. However, the admission committee may decide that applicants need to provide an English Proficiency Test result during the application process. Applicants should make arrangements for an official statement to be sent to the Faculty of Information from their institution confirming the use of English as the language of instruction and examination.

If I feel my academic background does not meet the requirements for admissions, should I still apply?

The admissions team reviews applications on a holistic basis; therefore, they consider the entire application equally (GPA, resumé and work experience, references, personal statement) when making a decision, not just academic background. If you are not admitted based on your academic background, you would normally receive feedback regarding how to upgrade your academics and apply again in the future.

Do I have to list all the schools and institutions I have attended in the “Academic Background” section of online application?

Yes, you must list all post-secondary institutions you have attended. You do not need to submit any information or documents related to your high school studies.

I am an MI applicant; how do I apply to a concentration?

You will rank your concentration of interest in order of preference in the online application. We strongly recommend that you select two concentrations. If you are not offered admission to your rank 1 concentration choice, you will automatically be considered for your rank 2 concentration choice if one was selected. Rest assured, you will still be able to take courses from other concentrations as your electives. This allows for greater flexibility,  and we hope that through this method, we can offer a more streamlined program that best fits our students interests and can help you reach your goals.

Will work experience help me for admissions?

While work experience is not a requirement and cannot be substituted for the required academic background, The Admissions Committee will use all information provided to make a decision. We take all factors into consideration in the application process.

I am graduating in Summer of next year, can I still apply for Fall admission?

Students are eligible to apply, even if they are completing degree requirements at the end of summer. We would expect them to let us know if there is any change in that status (summer courses don’t go as planned), as they would not be able to meet conditions of admission, if the degree isn’t granted, meaning if admitted, they would not be able to continue in the program. We recognize that students will likely convocate in November, and then send a final transcript when the degree is conferred.

Do I need to calculate my GPA and enter it on my online application?

No, you can leave this section blank as our admissions committee will assess and calculate the GPAs.

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Master of Laws (LLM) Application Cycle for the 2024-2025 Academic Year

Application System opens:   September 8, 2023 (10:00am EST)

Application Deadline:  January 15, 2024  (11:59pm EST)

Decisions:  mid-April.  

Please note that ALL documents, including reference letters, must be submitted by the application deadline in order for an application to be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to communicate to their referees the specific deadlines of the round for which they are applying.   Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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Decisions: Rolling Admissions

Please note that ALL documents, including reference letters, must be submitted by the application deadline in order for an application to be considered.  It is the applicant's responsibility to communicate to their referees the specific deadlines of the round for which they are applying.  Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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• Ensure you meet the minimum admission requirements for your desired degree, including English proficiency . U of T Engineering offers a wide range of graduate-level degrees, including Master of Engineering , Master of Applied Science ,  PhD and several collaborative programs. Please note, each department has their own admission requirements (e.g., minimum GPAs vary between departments).
• Complete the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) Online Application . Your SGS application is required to complete the application process at the departmental level. The SGS application fee is $125 CDN and payment can be made online using Visa or Mastercard. Before completing the application, review all the steps of the application process within your chosen academic program, and note all relevant deadlines and details.
• Select the department you want to study with, and note relevant deadlines. Admission within U of T Engineering is administered at the departmental level. Use the links below to explore the admission process for each of our academic units and degree types. Please note, some departments have their own forms that must be completed as part of the application process.
• Department of Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry (ChemE)
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• Department of Materials Science & Engineering (MSE)
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• The Edward S. Rogers Sr. Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE)
• University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS)
• Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME)

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Each department has their own application deadlines. For MASc and PhD applicants, many departments recommend contacting potential supervisors prior to applying. Please visit the website of your department of interest for the most current information on application process and deadlines.

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Thinking of applying to U of T from outside Canada?

The process for applying to graduate school at U of T is the same for international and domestic students, but some admission requirements are different for international students. Please review the information below to better understand what is required, and follow this three-step process . Be sure to save your Applicant Number so that you can use it in future to access your application.

Please be advised that admission decisions at the University of Toronto are made on a competitive basis, and students who meet, and even exceed, our minimum requirements are not guaranteed to receive an admission offer. (See the English Profiency Testing page for additional information.)

Graduates of recognized academic institutions outside Canada should hold an appropriate bachelor’s degree or its equivalent as assessed by the University of Toronto. Use the  International Degree Equivalencies Tool  to see which international credentials are required for master’s and doctoral admissions at U of T.

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A prospective student who is neither a Canadian citizen nor a permanent resident must obtain a study permit from a Canadian embassy, consulate, or high commission outside Canada. Students from many countries will also need to obtain an entry visa, for which they would apply at the same time. See the  list of countries  to find out if you need a entry visa to enter Canada. It is not possible to change from visitor to student status within Canada. The SGS offer of admission letter will be required to obtain a study permit and to present to the Canadian immigration authorities upon arrival in Canada. For more information, visit the  Citizen and Immigration Canada  website. Find out  how to avoid delays in study permit processing and find additional resources .

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Learn more about Admission and Application Requirements , Application Fees and Application Deadlines for international students.

English Proficiency Requirements

As English is the primary language of instruction and communication at the University of Toronto, applicants must demonstrate an adequate level of proficiency in English, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin. Please check the School of Graduate Studies’ minimum requirements as well as the requirements for your specific program to ensure you have taken the required test and meet the minimum English proficiency requirements.

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As graduate programs and degree requirements vary widely across the University of Toronto, if you have a program-specific question, your best point of contact will be the graduate administrator for the unit offering the program you wish to apply to. Search the Graduate Units Directory .

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If you’re enrolled in a  thesis-based  graduate program, you will conduct your own research under the guidance of a supervisor. You are responsible for selecting your research topic and seeking out a potential supervisor. SGS has information to help you find a supervisor and establish a healthy supervisory relationship.

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The Offer of Admission from the School of Graduate Studies is your official acceptance letter which outlines important information about your program (e.g., start date, graduate unit, program, and degree).

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If your documents arrive after the document deadline, we will continue to review your application, space permitting. No further offers of admission can be made once a program reaches its enrolment capacity.

You can find a personalized list of documents required for your application through your  JOIN U of T portal .

*For early consideration , the recommended document deadline is December 15, 2023  for all applicants.

*The part-time degree studies application deadlines do not apply to admission categories that are closed.  

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• The online applications for Fall 2024 will be available on the  Ontario Universities' Application Centre website . If you are currently enrolled in secondary school, check with your high school guidance counsellor for details and assistance.

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• Recommended early application deadline for Undergraduate Application, U of T International and Internal applicants.  Applying by the early recommended date ensures that you have enough time to complete all of the necessary steps to be considered in all rounds of admission.

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• Early consideration document deadline (e.g., transcripts, special consideration, supplementary application form etc.) for all applicants.

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• A round of admission offers are released. Visit  How We Make Decisions  to learn more about our rounds of admission.
• Recommended deadline to submit the  University of Toronto Financial Aid (UTAPS) application  so that you can be considered for many needs-based admission awards. If you're applying for OSAP, no need to apply for UTAPS, you're automatically considered!
• Deadline to submit an application for the Awards Profile to be considered for U of T scholarships and awards. The Awards Profile can be found on the  JOIN U of T website .

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• Some  scholarships requiring an application  have their deadlines in March.
• A round of admission offers are released. Visit  How We Make Decisions  to learn more about our rounds of admission.
• Deadline to qualify for the residence guarantee. Complete the  StarRez application form  soon because after this date, residence may not be guaranteed.
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The Institute of Medical Science offers a thesis-based , research focused Master of Science. To learn more about the program on offer here

We strongly recommend you find a supervisor early. Learn how to find a supervisor here

  Application deadlines can be found here    

Entry into the Institute of Medical Science graduate program is based on a holistic approach of three essential criteria:

• Academic Requirements
• Research Motivation

In order to be considered for admission, you  must  meet our minimum entry requirements, which are  higher  than the School of Graduate Studies’ minimum entry requirements.

If you are not sure whether your degree is from a recognized university program, check the  International and Exchange Students page  on the School of Graduate Studies website.

1. Academic Requirements

Transcripts are an important component in determining your academic preparedness for entry into the IMS.

You are expected to have taken level 3 and 4 courses in your senior undergraduate years. Most of the courses in your final years should be in the general area of your graduate research interests.

Explanation of transcripts (difficulty of the course, low grades, etc.) can be included in a referee's letter, or during a possible interview.

If your schooling ended more than 5 years prior to application, academic preparation can also be reflected in research skills and achievement.

MSc Program Requirements:

• A 4-year Honours BA, B.Eng, BSc, or an MD from a recognized university
• At least an A- (80%, 3.7 GPA, First Class Distinction) average in the last 2 years of your undergraduate degree
• Research experience (undergrad thesis, Summer Research Program, etc.)
• International Applicants must have secured a potential supervisor

2. Motivation

Academic excellence is necessary, but will not guarantee admission. Motivation to conduct research is important. This can also be demonstrated through:

• Application for external funding prior to admission. The application itself, even if unsuccessful, speaks to motivation
• Time spent in laboratories or other research settings pertinent to your graduate program (summer programs, gap year, etc.)
• Participation in research presentations
• Authorship on publications
• Presentation of a proposed research project at the time of interview
• A letter of intent that contains a relatively specific outline of the proposed thesis work
• Early attempts to contact potential supervisors
• Early application for graduate studies  

3. References

The IMS requires two references for all applications. The two required references must be from a university faculty member who knows you well enough to comment on your strengths and abilities. The referee must have been a faculty member during the time they are commenting on.

At least one reference must be from a faculty member with whom you have conducted research. The IMS wants to know how you might function in an active research environment.

Ineligible required references include:

• Sessional Lecturer
• Adjunct Professor
• Post-doc Fellow
• Teaching Assistant
• Research Assistant/Associate
• MD without a university faculty appointment

You can submit an optional third reference. This reference can be from a faculty member, but it can also be from a non-faculty member who can speak to your strengths and abilities (work ethic, leadership, research, collaborative, or interpersonal skills, etc.). It is highly recommended that MSc applicants submit an optional third reference.

Examples of an optional third references include:

• Lab Manager
• Research Assistant
• Varsity Coach or Instructor from a university team/extracurricular activity
• Job Manager

Referees receive requests and instructions for references electronically as part of the online application process.

Admissions Guide

To assist you in your decision, review the Admissions Guide on graduate studies at the University of Toronto here .

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To further help you in your decision you can check out the SGS Admissions and Application Requirement , IMS Degree Requirements , Application Deadlines , Admissions FAQ pages.

Applications will be considered after payment of the application fee is received by the School of Graduate Studies and a completed application is received by the application deadline. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Applications received passed the application deadline will not be considered. 

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The online application for admission in September 2024 and January 2025 opened on November 16th, 2023.  Although applications will be accepted until departmental admissions targets are met, completed applications with all supporting documents have to be submitted by February 1st, 2024 (international applicants), or February 15th, 2024 (domestic applicants).  Submitting a completed application before the due date is strongly recommended in order to receive full consideration for as many scholarships as possible, and allows potential supervisors to review your application before they have accepted other students.

*The application deadline for both September 2024 and January 2025 admission has closed.

Effective February 2nd, the application deadline has passed for international applicants in the 2024-2025 admissions cycle.

As stated on the ‘Application process’ page, departmental review only requires scanned copies of transcripts from all universities. Current or former University of Toronto students do not need to submit a copy of their UofT transcript, because the Graduate Office can access and print them once you have submitted an application.

Applicants to the graduate program must be accepted by a faculty member who agrees to supervise and fund the student’s research. Therefore applicants are strongly encouraged to contact faculty members whose research interests overlap with their own. Click here for a list of active CSB Faculty

Admission decisions are based on academic achievement as reflected in the student’s academic transcript and on research potential as indicated by research experience and letters of support from referees.   Please note that international PhD applicants receive significant preference over international MSc applicants.

If you have any questions about eligibility to the CSB Graduate Program, we strongly encourage you to contact Ian Buglass or Denise Horsley in the CSB Graduate Office at  grad.csb@utoronto.ca .

Frequently Asked Questions from applicants can be found here . M.Sc.

Applicants are accepted under the general regulations of the University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies (SGS). An appropriate Bachelor’s degree with high academic standing from a recognized university is required. In addition to fulfilling University of Toronto SGS general requirements for admission, applicants must achieve a minimum B+ average (or equivalent) in their final year of study in a Bachelor’s program, plus minimally a mid-B overall average in the previous year of study. After submitting their application, applicants should contact prospective supervisors, as only applicants with support of a potential supervisor in the Department will be admitted into the program.

Applicants are accepted under the general regulations of the University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies. After submitting their application, applicants should contact prospective supervisors, as only applicants with support of a potential supervisor in the Department will be admitted into the program. Students will be accepted into the CSB PhD program through one of three possible entry routes:

• Transfer from the CSB MSc Program: Students may reclassify from the MSc program after 12 months of study.  Students must reclassify between the 12th and 20th month of their MSc program.
• Following completion of an MSc:  Applicants applying from an MSc degree program or equivalent  from a recognized university must have an average of A- in their MSc program.
• Direct entry from BSc: Students with an exceptional record in a BSc program (minimally, University of Toronto A- average or equivalent) may apply to be considered for direct admission into the PhD program.

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Graduate program, we are now accepting applications for september 2024 and january 2025.

Incoming graduate students to the Department of Biochemistry will participate in rotations during the first term of their studies.  Students will undertake 3 rotations, each lasting 5 weeks. At the end of the third rotation, students will decide in which lab (in agreement with the PI) they will conduct their studies.

The rotation system will improve the fit of the incoming student, with their prospective PI and the laboratory.

International applicants (students who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada) need to find a sponsor before they submit their application. A sponsor is a Faculty member who provides a commitment of placement in the event that you are not able to secure a placement in a different lab after the rotation process.

When reaching out to Faculty members you should include a copy of your CV, Letter of Intent and Transcripts.

Required:  In your letter of intent you should include why you are interested in pursuing a PhD in a particular lab

Once you have secured a sponsor, please inform the sponsor that they must submit a  Sponsorship Form  to Carrie Harber .

Applicants should ensure they have read all of the instructions and admission requirements below before submitting an online application.

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Requirements for Admission

We are looking for students with previous research experience who are motivated and devoted to research. Given the recent social distancing measures, which may have impacted the ability of students to gain wet lab research experience, the admissions committee will consider applicants with limited experience. This can include remote computational biology projects.

Letters of reference are important in the evaluation process. We are particularly interested in receiving letters from research supervisors. If the applicant completed an undergraduate project/thesis course or did research in a co-op session or as a summer student, he/she should ask scientists who have supervised the research projects to write letters of reference on his/her behalf.

Applicants from Canadian Universities

We consider applications from students who have achieved at least a B+ average in their last two years of study in an honours or specialist B.Sc. program in biochemistry, molecular biology, or cell biology, as well as students with strong academic credentials in honours/specialist programs in related disciplines , including physics , chemistry , and computer science . Applications from students with M.Sc. degrees in these areas will also be considered for admission. Applications from outstanding students in other programs or subject areas will also be considered. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.

Applicants from Universities Outside Canada

Applicants educated outside of Canada require a degree equivalent to that of a Canadian Honours/Specialist degree (i.e. a four-year degree) as described above. In some cases this may be an M.Sc. degree. It should be in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, or in a related subject area before being considered for entry into our graduate program.

  English Language Proficiency (TOEFL/ IELTS Test)

If the language of instruction at your university is not English, we require an English language test.  Tests must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application. Please review equivalent English-language facility test for minimal acceptable scores and exemptions.

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Application Process – for all applicants

• Online application (submitted electronically)
• Letter of Intent (submitted electronically) 1 – 2 pages
• Curriculum Vitae (submitted electronically) 1 – 3 pages
• Three letters of reference (submitted electronically)
• Official transcripts from ALL university programs attended (submitted electronically). Note:  Transcripts from Canadian Universities only :  a PDF print out from your schools online student record system will be accepted in lieu of scanned official transcripts for the review process – Provided that it includes your name and grading legend.

Applicants who completed their degree outside of a Canadian University must also submit:

• English Language Proficiency exam (University of Toronto code: 0982)

Please note that we are only accepting International students for Ph.D. or Direct-entry PhD.  We are unable to accept International students for the MSc program at this time.

Direct entry into the ph.d. program.

Applicants with exceptionally strong undergraduate records may request direct entry into the Ph.D. program.

For additional information, please contact:

Online Application

All applications to graduate school at the University of Toronto are made online through the School of Graduate Studies (SGS). Get Application:   SGS Online Application

Letter of Intent

What drives your passion for research? Please submit a 1 to 2 page Letter of Intent. In the letter of intent, please indicate specific areas of research that are of interest to you, and if possible, specify PIs whose research aligns well with your interests.

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

1 to 3 pages.

Letters of Reference

We require three letters of reference from people familiar with the applicant’s academic/research capabilities. To do this, you must submit an email address for each reference at the time of filling out the online application form.

Applicants should use institutional email addresses for their referees ( gmail, Yahoo, hotmail etc. will be prohibited ).

It is also very important that the applicant enters the correct referee email addresses as revisions cannot be made once the application has been submitted. After the method of payment has been selected, an email will be automatically sent to each of the referees with a link to the reference form and instructions on how to submit it online.

 **Important Notes: Applicants applying for the January 15th deadline must advise their references the correct document deadline as the system will automatically indicate the March deadline in the instructions they receive.

Please do not enter more than 3 referees.  In the event that more than 3 reference letters are received, you will need to advise which one to remove as only 3 references will be reviewed with your application.

Official Transcripts

All applicants are required to upload a scanned copy of their Official transcripts (including transcript legends) from ALL post-secondary institutions attended.  Accepted applicants will be required to send official paper copies of your transcript(s) as a condition of admission.

It is important that your uploaded transcripts are legible.  Scanning in “gray scale” or black and white may produce the best results.  Preview your PDF for image quality and completeness prior to uploading.  Ensure your transcripts are not password protected.   If you are unable to upload a legible document, you will need to have an official transcript mailed to the Biochemistry Graduate Office.

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Documentation required:.

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PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

About the Application:

Applications to the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work must be submitted to the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) using an online application which is housed on a secure server at the University of Toronto. The online application allows applicants to manage and submit biographical and educational information, as well as specific documentation, outlined below, immediately to the University of Toronto. Applicants can edit an in-progress application and check the status of all documents submitted using a secure password and Userid. An email account is needed to complete the online application, as the University of Toronto will correspond with applicants using email.

Applications are considered complete and are reviewed only after all documentation is received.

SPECIAL CRITERIA  

In order to be considered for enrolment in this program, applicants must have work experience in any of the fields of social work, psychology, addictions, community intervention, nursing or traditional healing and medicines.

While this work may resonate with many people, preference will be given to individuals who have both addressed their personal trauma and have done work in the community in a capacity as noted above.

The application process will consist of two stages:

• Review of the application documents;
• Interview for those applicants who pass through the application review  

Commitment to community healing is a key factor in developing this program and potential learners will be considered based on their ability to identify a personal willingness to learn about themselves, a commitment to community wellness and readiness to take on pertinent projects.

How to Apply:

• Log in to the online application .
• Provide the biographical and education information
• Provide contact information for your referees. Be sure to inform your referees that you are doing this and that the University of Toronto, SGS will be contacting them
• Upload your supporting documentation directly onto the online application portal
• Submit your payment to finalize your application by November 28, 2023

Notes about the application portal:

You may save and return to the application at any point in the process.

You will be required to enter information for your referees. Your referees will automatically receive a notification email that they have been requested to complete a reference for your application, along with instructions to submit their reference in the application system.

If you need to send a reminder email to your existing referees, you can do so through the applicant portal.

All application documentation is submitted electronically through the SGS online application portal.

To view the status of your application, please log in to your account to view your applicant status portal.

MSW – Social Work (Field: Indigenous Trauma and Resiliency)

• Application Fee: The total application fee is $125. Payment is made at the time of application online using only a Visa or Mastercard credit card. Applications will not be processed until the application fee is received. The system will not accept payment via Visa debit or Mastercard debit.
• TRANSCRIPTS OF ACADEMIC RECORDS – You are required to upload one electronic transcript from each post-secondary institution attended (colleges, including CEGEP, and universities). Electronic transcripts must be up to date and include the “legend” which is usually printed on the back of the paper transcript. Please ensure that the file is complete and readable before submitting.

Note: if you are offered admission, submission of all academic official transcripts will be a condition of admission. Transcripts are considered official if received directly from the academic institution.

Please Note:

• Transfer Credit Statement: If you received transfer credits towards your undergraduate degree for courses completed at another academic institution, and if the number of transfer credits awarded do not appear on the transcript, we will require an official statement from the university confirming the number of transfer credits awarded. This document can be uploaded via the SGS portal, under the document labeled: Transfer Credit Statement .
• Reference Forms : The University of Toronto, SGS online application system facilitates the online submission of reference letters. Detailed instructions are provided within the system. Two references are required. Learn more about the reference template .

The Admissions Committee will only review two references. Personal references are not appropriate (e.g. relatives, friends). References are acceptable from the following:

• Academic from a University course instructor
• Work, Volunteer Setting, or from a Practicum instructor/supervisor
• Traditional Teacher, mentor, or professional colleague

You will be asked to provide contact information for your referees, including a valid institutional/organizational email address, if available. The system will send an email to each of your referees, inviting them to submit the completed form directly to the application database using a secure interface. The email will include reference instructions and the reference form.

It is important to communicate with your referees well in advance of submitting your online application for admission to confirm contact information and ensure they are willing and able to provide a reference by the deadline date.

A valid institution or organization email address is necessary for a referee to upload their letter. Email addresses that are shared, anonymous, generic or not linked to an institution, organization or business are not acceptable (e.g. Gmail, Hotmail, and Yahoo!). We strongly suggest you choose a referee who has a valid institution or organization email address.

If an individual does not have a valid email address, look at designating a different referee. If (despite your best effort) absolutely no alternative referee with a valid institution or organization email address is possible, you can enter a non-institution or non-organization email address in the online admissions application (it is not necessary to contact us). Be aware this may delay review of your application as we must verify the authenticity of reference letters received in this manner. For every referee, enter a telephone number where they can be reached for our verification purposes.

PLEASE NOTE: The following Items must be submitted in electronic form only (PDF is preferred) by uploading them directly to the SGS online application portal.

5. msw-itr curriculum vitae (cv), instructions:.

Please Note: It is important to include the duration (number of months/years) and hours per month for each work, practica, and volunteer experience. Your CV must clearly differentiate if your experience has been paid, voluntary, or through practica. Please list volunteer experience separately from paid employment.

Please include the following headings for the CV:

• All post-secondary experiences, including degrees/diplomas not completed or in progress.
• Please indicate any other training/certifications/workshops/education you have received, including information about the training topic and the length of training.
• Please indicate all your work experience, including any of the areas of social work, psychology, addictions, nursing, cultural healing practices or other relevant areas of practice.
• Please indicate all your volunteer, practica, or internship experience.
• Name of Organization
• Dates in Placement
• Practicum Instructor’s Name, Work Title/Position and Degree Held
• Briefly outline your assignments in this Practicum
• Please indicate your work and understanding of cultural healing practices through any experiences you have with traditional healing and medicines.
• Please indicate any social/cultural training/practices/disciplines that you have received including information about that training topic and the length of training.
• Please indicate any research projects you have worked on, what the research project was, the duration of the project, and your role on the project. (i.e.: Research Assistant Jobs; Title of Thesis or Research Project)
• Please indicate any publications you have written/co-written or have been part of the research team.
• Please indicate any awards you have received.

6. MSW–ITR PERSONAL STATEMENT QUESTIONS

The following essay questions form a critical part of the application and will be a determining factor in the selection process. While answers should be fully developed, please limit the length of responses to 400 words per question .    Use separate pages for each question:

• What experiences motivated you to seek entry to this program?
• What knowledge and experience do you currently have that are relevant to this program?
• Describe how you believe an MSW in Indigenous Trauma and Resiliency will assist you in meeting the existing needs in your community.
• How do you balance wellness in times of stress?
• Identify one thing you are most excited about learning.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:

Ensure your application is complete, as incomplete applications cannot be processed. You can check the status of your application documents by logging onto the SGS online application portal. It is your responsibility to ensure your application has been received. Advise our admissions office of any change in your contact information.

If you are recommended for admission, a non-refundable tuition deposit of $500.00 will be required to hold your place in the program to which you have been admitted.

Applicants who are completing their bachelor’s degree OR admission prerequisites must complete all course work by mid-August 2024. List all courses you will be taking during Fall 2023/Winter 2024 or Spring/Summer 2024 on the online application form.

Each year we receive many more qualified applications than spaces available in the program. The possession of the minimum admission requirements does not in itself guarantee admission. The Faculty reserves the right to select which qualified applicants it will recommend for admission to SGS. All decisions are final.

JOINid: Every applicant to the University of Toronto is assigned a JOINid. For graduate applicants, the JOINid gives early access to the online resources of the student housing office and the application site for the Ontario Graduate Scholarship program. If you begin studies at UofT, it will become your UTORid, which will allow you to access a number of services such as email, library resources, and Blackboard. When you receive this message from the School of Graduate Studies, at the time of application, be sure to save it as it will contain your personal JOINid.

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Please note that our program focuses on research and experimental psychology. We do not offer any training in clinical or counselling psychology.

For information about clinical psychology at the University of Toronto, please contact the  Graduate Department of Psychological Clinical Science  at the University of Toronto Scarborough.

For information about programs in counselling & clinical psychology, counselling psychology, developmental psychology & education, and school & clinical child psychology at the University of Toronto, please contact the  Department of Applied Psychology & Human Development  at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education.

Applications to our graduate program must be submitted directly to the School of Graduate Studies through the Online Admissions Application.  Applications for September 2024 admissions have now closed.   Applications for students who would begin in September 2025 will open on October 15, 2024 and close on December 1, 2024. Please see the School of Graduate Studies’ application instructions: https://www.sgs.utoronto.ca/future-students/how-to-apply/ 

We have only one application cycle per year and do not admit students in January or May. We did  not  require a GRE score for September 2024 admissions.

We encourage applications from individuals who belong to historically excluded groups, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC); first-generation university students; the LGBTQ2S+ community; people living with low income; and people with disabilities. We offer an Application Fee Waiver Program to further support applications from students whose lived experiences include one or more of these identities.

Effective September 2021, we no longer have a Master's program. Applicants apply to one of two streams in our Ph.D. program, depending on the type of degree they will have when entering the program. Applicants can apply (1) to our 5-year direct-entry Ph.D. stream (if applying directly from an undergraduate degree), or (2) to our 4-year Ph.D. stream (if applying with a related Master’s degree).

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission to the graduate program are:

•  A four-year bachelor's degree, or its equivalent, with high academic standing from a recognized university. (International applicants can use the  International Degree Equivalencies Tool  to see which international credentials are required for doctoral admissions at UofT.)
•  At least an A- (3.7 GPA, or first class standing) in the final two years of full-time study, whether at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• The  TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) : minimum score 93, with minimum score 22 in both writing and speaking
• The  IELTS (International English Language Testing System) : minimum score 7.0, with at least 6.5 for each component
• The  COPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) : minimum score 76, with at least 22 in each component and 32 in the writing component
• The CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment) : minimum score 70 total, with at least 60 in each part
• The School of Continuing Studies ’ “International ESL - Academic Preparation” course: minimum score B in Level 60

Please note that for the 2022-23 admissions cycle (for entry to the program in September 2023), we will not be requiring that applicants submit General GRE scores (as previously required) nor the GRE Psychology subject test, please note that GRE scores are not optional to submit.   Because the number of applicants always exceeds the number of available places, meeting these requirements does not guarantee admission. All programs of study lead to the doctoral degree in psychology. Applicants with a bachelor’s degree may apply to our direct-entry Ph.D. program, while applicants with a related Master’s degree may apply to our Ph.D. program. Applicants to both streams must satisfy the minimum admission requirements listed above.

Applicants should not apply to both the Ph.D. and direct-entry Ph.D. programs, as we process applications for the two programs together. We are able to offer applicants admission to either of these programs, as eligible, through one application.

How to Apply

Applications for September 2025 (including all supporting documents) will be due on December 1, 2024.

• Log in to the  School of Graduate Studies’ Online Admissions Application system . The system will open on October 15, 2024:  https://admissions.sgs.utoronto.ca/apply/  
• Provide the personal information, program of study and academic history information as requested.  Please note that Clinical Psychology programs are not hosted by the Department of Psychology.
• Be prepared to submit contact information for two referees. Be sure to inform your referees of the application deadline (December 1) and that they will receive an email request from the School of Graduate Studies, University of Toronto, requesting their reference letter.  The online application will automatically send your referees a prompt to submit their recommendation.
• Submit your application payment. Payment is processed centrally at the School of Graduate Studies. The Department of Psychology is funding 100 applications through an Application Fee Waiver Program  (please see below).
• Scanned copies of official transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended. We do not accept WES packages. Applicants from Canadian universities may submit unofficial copies of their academic record together with the legend from the student web services of their institution. Please note that although the Admissions Committee will make its decision based on unofficial transcripts, official hard copies of all transcripts may be required at a later date in the admissions process. Final offers of admission will not be released until official transcripts have been received.
• CV (please see the Helpful Information section below).
• Statement of interest describing your research interests, your interest in graduate school, and why you are specifically applying to our program. The upload link for this document will appear after you have completed the rest of the application and paid the application fee.   For information about how to write a statement of interest, please see the Helpful Information section.
• If applicable, demonstrate your proficiency in English by completing one of the approved tests (listed above) and submit scores to the School of Graduate Studies.

Application Fee Waiver Program

The following information applies to the September 2024 admissions cycle; it will be updated in fall 2024 for the September 2025 cycle. 

We offer an  Application Fee Waiver Program  to support our equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives. People who receive an Application Fee Waiver will not need to pay the graduate application fee of $125 that is normally charged when you apply to the University of Toronto (UofT). We have 100 fee waivers that will be distributed through a stratified lottery that supports our EDI priorities. To potentially receive an Application Fee Waiver, please sign up for the Application Fee Waiver Program using this form before  5 PM Eastern Time (10 PM GMT)  Friday, November 10, 2023:   https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSEC_AjJ5xF09Oo28bTt0TuldUNEw4TzFaWkFUOFNMV0ZMTUxPWTI3RVY4Ny4u

Please note that this waiver applies only to the PhD and Direct-Entry PhD programs hosted by the Department of Psychology,  not  the Clinical Psychology programs hosted by OISE and UTSC .

Purpose and Priorities

The UofT School of Graduate Studies (SGS) requires students who apply to graduate school to pay a $125 Application Fee. The Department of Psychology especially encourages applications from people who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Colour (BIPOC); LGBTQ2S+ ; a first-generation student (i.e. people who were the first in their families to attend university); living with disability ; and/or identify as low income (e.g., annual income is less than $20,000 CAD for a single family household). However, if you do not meet these eligibility criteria and require a fee waiver, we still encourage you to apply. These applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Our priority rankings for the Application Fee Waiver Program were recommended by our tri-campus EDI Group to provide tangible support for applicants that we wish to encourage and apply to our program. The lottery places the highest priority on distributing Application Fee Waivers to applicants who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or Transgender (e.g., Non-Binary, Two-Spirit or gender non-conforming; Wave 1), as members of these groups were historically excluded from and are especially underrepresented in Psychology. Furthermore, this special program is one step that our Department is taking towards the recommendations of the University of Toronto Anti-Black Racism Task Force and those of the Steering Committee for University of Toronto Response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.

Eligibility and Stratified Lottery Process

The Application Fee Waivers will be distributed by our stratified lottery system that has 3 waves, described in the table below. Applicants who identify as Black, Indigenous, Transgender Non-Binary, Two-Spirit, or gender non-conforming will be prioritized first (Wave 1), all other applicants who identify as People of Color (POC), LGBTQ+, first-generation students, those with extreme financial need, or living with a disability will be prioritized second (Wave 2). All the remaining Fee Waivers will be distributed to anyone who wants one (Wave 3).

If the $125 Application Fee is a financial burden for you or you have a unique circumstance in which the application fee is a barrier, we still encourage you to apply even if you do not identify as one of our prioritized groups listed in Wave 1 or Wave 2. If you are unsure as to whether you qualify for the fee waiver please email the Graduate Administrator, Jennifer McCallum at [email protected] to inquire.

Summary of Key Dates (2023)

• Friday, November 10 by 5:00 PM EST: Deadline to apply for the Fee Waiver Program
• Around Wednesday, November 15: Notified of fee waiver decision
• Friday, November 24 by 5:00 PM EST: Deadline to activate fee waiver
• Friday, December 1: Deadline to complete full application

How to Apply for the Application Fee Waiver

Please complete this form before  5 PM Eastern Time on Friday, November 10, 2023  to be included in the stratified lottery for an Application Fee Waiver:  https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSEC_AjJ5xF09Oo28bTt0TuldUNEw4TzFaWkFUOFNMV0ZMTUxPWTI3RVY4Ny4u

Stratified Lottery

How to Use the Application Fee Waiver

You will be notified by email (from  [email protected] ) whether or not you were selected for an Application Fee Waiver approximately a week after the form deadline. If you receive an Application Fee Waiver, follow these steps to activate your waiver before 5 PM Eastern Time on November 24, 2023:

• Start your graduate application on the School of Graduate Studies Application Portal
• Email our Graduate Administrator, Jennifer McCallum, at  [email protected]  with the email address you used to apply, noting that you are in the Application Fee Waiver Program
• Wait a full business day and check your graduate application status
• When you see that the application fee has been paid, you can submit your full application any time before the deadline (December 1)

Will the Application Fee Waiver Affect the Success of my Application?

No, the success of your application is independent of your participation in the Application Fee Waiver Program. The applications that faculty see will not include information about whether or not you applied for the Application Fee Waiver Program nor if you received a waiver. Your responses on the Application Fee Waiver Application will not be connected to your graduate application. However, the Graduate Department (i.e., Graduate Chair, Graduate Director, and Graduate Administrator) will have access to these records of who applied. They will not access this information for any aspect of the graduate selection process.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure the application is complete and all supporting documents are submitted through the School of Graduate Studies Application Portal by the deadline. It is recommended that documentation be submitted well in advance of the deadline.

Application deadline for September 2025 admissions: December 1, 2024

Please complete the personal and academic information of the online application, pay the application fee, and submit all supporting documents by this date. This includes all official transcripts, your CV, your statement of interest, two reference letters, as well as your English language scores, if applicable. As documents are received, they will be marked as such on the application system. After all documents are received, your application will be reviewed for admissibility. It is your responsibility to monitor the status of your documents in the online application and to follow up with your referees if reference letters are not received in advance of the deadline. Referees will not receive the automated email to upload their letter until the application fee is paid. We recommend that applicants pay the application fee well in advance of the deadline so that referees have sufficient time to complete their reference. 

Please see the Helpful Information section for a suggested timeline outlining when to contact faculty members, secure referees, write the statement of interest, and order transcripts.

Awards & Funding

The program provides financial support to all graduate students in the funded cohort. Students entering the five-year direct-entry PhD program will receive funding for five years. Students entering the four-year PhD program will receive funding for four years. This support is in the form of scholarships, fellowships, research assistantships and teaching assistantships. For the 2024-25 academic year, the minimum level of support is $25,500 plus tuition and fees for students registered full-time and completing all requirements.

To qualify for funding, students are required to apply to any awards or scholarships for which they are eligible.  

To hold in the first year of their PhD program, domestic applicants are encouraged to apply for the Canadian Graduate Scholarship Master’s (CGS-M) Program to either NSERC, SSHRC, or CIHR . International applicants will automatically be considered for the Connaught International Scholarship , and are encouraged to apply for any other funding opportunities external to the University of Toronto for which they are eligible.

For further information on scholarship and award opportunities and information about how funding works in research stream programs, please see the School of Graduate Studies' page on  Awards & Funding , and the Faculty of Arts & Science page on Graduate Funding .

Frequently Asked Questions

I have completed a bachelor’s degree. Do I need to complete a Master’s degree before applying to your PhD program?

No, applicants who have completed, or are currently completing, a bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply to our new 5-Year Direct-Entry PhD program. This is a 5-year program intended for applicants who have not already completed a Master’s degree. Students who have completed a Master’s degree are eligible to apply to our existing PhD program which is 4 years in length. 

I have completed a Master’s degree in an unrelated discipline. Am I still eligible to apply to the four-year PhD program?

Applicants with a Master’s degree in Psychology or a cognate discipline (including mathematics, physical or biological science, neuroscience, cognitive science, engineering, linguistics, or computer science) will be considered for admission to the 4-Year PhD program, whereas applicants with a Master’s degree in an unrelated discipline will be considered for admission to the 5-Year Direct-Entry PhD program. Such decisions will be made by the Graduate Director. Please note that we are able to offer applicants admission to either of these programs, as eligible, with one application.

Does your program offer Master’s degrees in psychology?

Effective the 2020-21 admissions cycle, we no longer have a Master’s program. Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree can apply to our new 5-Year Direct-Entry PhD program. 

If I begin the Direct-Entry PhD program and decide to leave the program before finishing, can I earn a Master's degree?

Generally, students transferring from a Direct-Entry PhD to a Master's program must complete all of the normal Master's degree requirements, or their equivalent, in order to be awarded the Master's degree. These transfers are made on the recommendation of the graduate unit and must be approved by the School of Graduate Studies. We will support these requests in exceptional circumstances only and therefore cannot guarantee the approvals of such requests.

Do I require transcripts from all of the post-secondary institutions I have attended? 

Yes, transcripts are required from each post-secondary institution you have attended. Applicants with documentation in a language other than English must provide accompanying notarized English translations. We accept electronic copies of official transcripts for your online application, however, if you are made an offer of admission, you will be required to supply official hard copies of all transcripts.

Can I provide more than two (2) reference letters? 

No, the online application system permits the submission of only two (2) reference letters. Academic referees, who can speak to your research and academic abilities, are preferred.

I have made a mistake entering my referee’s contact information. What should I do?

Please contact [email protected] to request that a change be made.  Please note that we cannot make changes to your application until payment has been submitted.

Are there reference letter forms?

No, our program does not have specific forms for referees to complete. After you have confirmed your application information and submitted payment, the system will email your referees and ask them to provide references. They will be asked to complete a web-based open-field form and submit it through the online application system after logging in to the system through a unique link provided by the School of Graduate Studies via email. 

What happened to the Academic Interest Form? 

If you have previously applied to our program, the information that was in Academic Interest Form is now being captured in the application itself. Uploading a separate form is no longer necessary.

I have submitted one of my supporting documents as a Word document instead of a PDF? What should I do?

Please contact [email protected] to request that your submitted document be deleted so that you can re-submit in PDF format.  Please note that we cannot make changes to your application until payment has been submitted.

Do I need to have a supervisor confirmed before I apply?

No, applicants do not need to have a confirmed supervisor before they apply to the program; however, ultimately, applicants are not admitted to the program unless a faculty member agrees to supervise them and take them on as a graduate student. If you are interested in working with specific professors, please indicate their names when prompted by the application. You may also choose to go into further detail about your possible future research with specific professors in your statement of interest (see the Helpful Information section). 

Do you have a list of professors who will be accepting graduate students for the coming year?

No, we do not keep a current list of professors who will be accepting graduate students for the coming   year. We recommend that you look on professors’ personal or lab websites for this information, or contact them directly to inquire (see the Helpful Information section for more information about contacting faculty members prior to applying).

Are GRE scores optional to submit, even though this requirement is waived for the 2023-24 admissions cycle?

No, GRE scores are not optional to submit. We will not be accepting, nor reviewing, General or Psychology subject test GRE scores. 

I have started an application on SGS' Online Admissions Application system, but I am unable to select the Psychology PhD or Direct-Entry PhD program for the Fall 2025 start session. What do I do?

Our applications will open on October 15, 2024 at  https://admissions.sgs.utoronto.ca/apply/  

If I have a question about my application, who should I contact?

If you have a question about your application, please contact our Graduate Administrator at [email protected] . In all correspondence related to your application, please provide your applicant number.

Admissions Timeline

These dates are approximate (as of late January 2023), but they will be updated as they become firm. We have approximately 5 funded international PhD spots and approximately 40 funded domestic spots that we can distribute each year. Applicants whom we would like to admit but for whom we do not yet have funding will be waitlisted and thus may receive an offer through April 15. 

Helpful Information

Prior to submitting your application, you may use the downloadable checklist to ensure all application items have been completed. Please see the “Suggested Timeline” section for help on when to begin working on each item. All required items of the checklist must be completed prior to submission, with the exception of the optional items. More information on the application items can be found below. Please note that this checklist is for personal use only; please do not attach a copy to your application.

Creating a CV

A Curriculum Vitae is like an academic résumé. Curriculum vitae is a Latin phrase that translates literally to “the course of one’s life” and is abbreviated as “CV.” Commonly, a CV will begin with your name and contact information and then follow with a section on education, employment, awards or honours, a list of any publications or presentations, and service/volunteer/activism/leadership roles you have held. The biggest difference between a CV and a résumé is that you are supposed to list each thing on your CV as a single line (i.e., without elaboration or explanation) whereas a résumé is usually annotated (e.g., where you might include a few sentences describing your roles or experiences on a work project). Here are some good resources on writing CVs and converting résumés to CVs:  

• https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/what-is-a-cv
• https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/aacc/curriculum-vitae-cv

Writing a Statement of Interest

The goal of the statement of interest is to describe the research that you want to do in graduate school and your preparation for it.

When writing your statement, it is best to think of the key points that you want to convey and write a few sentences to one paragraph for each point. A good statement of interest should include the following information:

• Your research interests; either broadly, or specific research questions you’d like to investigate in graduate school
• A brief summary of your past research or academic experiences that have prepared you to undertake the proposed research, with an emphasis on your roles in projects and the contributions that those projects made
• A brief summary of what interests you about the research being conducted in the lab(s) of professor(s) whom you identified on your Academic Interest form
• Your academic and research skills that you will be bringing with you to your graduate lab from your undergraduate training
• Any relevant volunteer or work experience
• Your career vision and/or long-term goals and how UofT, and in particular, the Psychology Graduate Program, will help you achieve these goals
• A closing statement that summarizes what you ultimately want to contribute to the world through your research

Statements of interest should be between one and two pages of single-spaced text and should be uploaded to the Online Admissions Application system in PDF format.

For more some more helpful tips on how to write a statement of interest, please see this blog from the American Psychological Association: https://www.apa.org/ed/precollege/psn/2016/09/graduate-school-applications .

Finding a Potential Supervisor

Each successful applicant to the Ph.D. program will be accepted into a lab led by one of the Psychology Graduate Program’s faculty members. This means that both the Admissions Committee and individual faculty members play a large role in determining which students will be accepted into the program. Indicating faculty members’ names on the Academic Interest form will flag their interest in your application. Please note that although you may indicate interest in faculty members through your Academic Interest form and Statement of Interest, all applications are available to all faculty members for review, so you may receive an indication of interest from a faculty member who you did not include in your application materials.

If you are interested in a particular faculty member’s research, we would also encourage you to contact that faculty member during the application process. It is usually a good idea to contact faculty members in advance of applying to your desired program since 1) you can determine whether they are planning to take on new students, and 2) the faculty member may share other useful information that isn’t posted online. It is always best practice to first check the individual faculty member’s lab website before reaching out to them . This is because most faculty members will have lab-specific information regarding any relevant skills or interests that their ideal applicant should have (e.g., programming), and how best to contact them (e.g., lab email address vs. personal email address).

We strongly recommend you check out the following information on Tufts Psychology Department Graduate Program webpage: https://ase.tufts.edu/psychology/graduate/prospectives-advisor.htm . Here you will find an excellent overview of useful information about best practices for contacting faculty members, including a template email you may want to use, and what to expect after you reach out to faculty members.

(Tufts University. (2020). Finding a faculty advisor. https://ase.tufts.edu/psychology/graduate/prospectives-advisor.htm )

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Convocation ceremonies for graduating University of Toronto students begin Monday against the backdrop of a pro-Palestinian encampment that has remained on campus for weeks despite a trespass notice and looming legal action.

More than 30 ceremonies are scheduled to take place through June 21 and the university says all events will proceed as planned with "extra precautions."

The university sought to clear the encampment before convocation began with a request for an urgent court injunction authorizing police action to remove protesters who refuse to leave. But the judge considering the case said the earliest a hearing can be held is June 19 and 20, to give protesters a fair opportunity to respond.

That means most of the graduates and their family members attending ceremonies at the downtown campus will likely be passing by the fenced-in camp filled with tents, placards and flags. Convocation Hall faces King's College Circle, where the encampment was set up on May 2 after protesting students breached a temporary fence the university erected around the large grassy area.

Among the exhibits and affidavits the university has filed in court so far are correspondence from students and family members who are concerned about the protest's impact on convocation.

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But protesters have said they don't see how their presence would disrupt graduation events. Sara Rasikh, an encampment spokesperson, said that fences have been present at King's College Circle "for years" during convocations.

"The only difference this time compared to last year is that there are Palestinian flags on the fencing," she said in an interview, adding that many students in the encampment are among those graduating this month.

"Folks graduating should attend [convocation] if they want to and we're not taking any public stance on that," Rasikh said.

University taking 'extra precautions'

The university is arguing that the encampment poses health and safety risks and has led to numerous reports of harassment, hateful speech, antisemitic incidents and violence — claims denied by protest organizers.

In court filings, U of T says the increased number of students, faculty and others on campus during graduation ceremonies "creates the potential for continued verbal and physical harassment of community members by the occupants and increases the likelihood of potentially violent altercations to arise."

Among emails submitted to the court, one student wrote to U of T to say they will not be attending their graduation dinner at the Hart House building because "campus is no longer a safe place for Jews."

A concerned parent of a graduating student wrote to ask whether the convocation ceremony could be moved to "a safer location." The email said one of the family members planning to attend is a Holocaust survivor and walking by the encampment would be distressing.

"Please explain how U of T plans on ensuring a safe and meaningful graduation ceremony," the parent wrote.

"How does [the university] plan on ensuring the safety of all graduates and attendees? And how does [it] plan on ensuring no political disruptions to the ceremony? We are so proud of our daughter and simply want the celebration to be a celebration without any hiccups."

The University of Toronto said it takes the safety of graduating students and their guests "extremely seriously" and has a "well established" process to handle event disruptions.

"This year, we are taking extra precautions to ensure a safe and celebratory environment, including requiring graduating students to show identification when collecting their gowns and placing restrictions on bags and personal items brought into Convocation Hall," it wrote in a statement to The Canadian Press.

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The university's court filings also include some emails it received in support of the encampment, including a note from a student registered to graduate this month who urged administration to listen to the protesters' demands and avoid using police force to clear the camp.

"If a safe convocation cannot be ensured because of inadvertent effects of the protest, I would rather my convocation ceremony be cancelled than see other students arrested and brutalized," the student wrote.

Demonstrators have said they will stay in the encampment until the university meets their demands, which include disclosing investments in companies profiting from Israel's offensive in Gaza.

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Similar encampments on university campuses have cropped up across Canada in recent months, with several schools considering or taking legal action against the protesters.

An encampment at McGill University has been in place for more than a month, forcing the administration to move graduation ceremonies off campus to the Bell Centre, home of the Montreal Canadiens.

McGill president Deep Saini expressed frustration that encampment representatives walked away from the last meeting aimed at ending their protest.

With files from Rianna Lim

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