About the university
Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) began in 1948 as the Ryerson Institute of Technology, became a university in 1993 and took its current name in 2022. It is a public university in the middle of downtown Toronto, known for career-focused degrees in engineering, business, computer science, media and design.
TMU says all of its full-time undergraduate programmes include experiential learning, and most engineering, science and business degrees have a 5-year co-op format with up to 16 or 20 months of paid work. Its faculties include the Ted Rogers School of Management, the Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science and The Creative School for media and design.
Indian students mostly look at Computer Science, Computer and Electrical Engineering, and Business (Ted Rogers) degrees, as well as course-based MEng programmes. In 2026-27 international undergraduate fees (tuition plus ancillary fees) are about CAD 38,700 a year in Arts and Science and about CAD 44,500 to 44,700 in Business and Engineering.
The main campus is in the heart of downtown Toronto, Canada's largest city. Toronto offers many part-time jobs and internships but has high rents: TMU estimates CAD 15,000 to 21,000 or more for 12 months of off-campus rent.
- Founded
- 1948 as the Ryerson Institute of Technology; university status in 1993
- Name
- Renamed Toronto Metropolitan University in 2022 (formerly Ryerson University)
- Type
- Public university in Ontario
- Campus
- Downtown Toronto, at 350 Victoria Street
- Programmes
- 60+ undergraduate programmes and about 70 graduate programmes
- Alumni
- 245,000+ in more than 140 countries
- Main intake
- September
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
669 in the world
Maclean's University Rankings 2027
1st in Canada for student services (large universities)
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$38,762
- Duration
- 4 years, or 5 years with co-op (20 months of paid work)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (92 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Computer Engineering, BEng (Hons)
- Fee / year
- C$44,675
- Duration
- 4 years, or 5 years with co-op (up to 16 months of paid work)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (83 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Business Technology Management, BComm (Hons)
- Fee / year
- C$44,478
- Duration
- 4 years, or 5 years with co-op
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (92 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Electrical Engineering, BEng (Hons)
- Fee / year
- C$44,675
- Duration
- 4 years, or 5 years with co-op (up to 16 months of paid work)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (83 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Accounting & Finance, BComm (Hons)
- Fee / year
- C$44,476
- Duration
- 4 years, or 5 years with co-op
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (92 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Business Management, BComm (Hons)
- Fee / year
- C$44,485
- Duration
- 4 years, or 5 years with co-op
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (92 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Mechanical Engineering, BEng (Hons)
- Fee / year
- C$44,675
- Duration
- 4 years, or 5 years with co-op (up to 16 months of paid work)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (83 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
- Undergraduate
Biomedical Sciences, BSc (Hons)
- Fee / year
- C$38,702
- Duration
- 4 years, or 5 years with co-op
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (83 before 21 January 2026), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science, BSc (Hons) | 4 years, or 5 years with co-op (20 months of paid work) | C$38,762 | ≈ ₹26 lakh |
| Computer Engineering, BEng (Hons) | 4 years, or 5 years with co-op (up to 16 months of paid work) | C$44,675 | ≈ ₹29.9 lakh |
| Business Technology Management, BComm (Hons) | 4 years, or 5 years with co-op | C$44,478 | ≈ ₹29.8 lakh |
| Electrical Engineering, BEng (Hons) | 4 years, or 5 years with co-op (up to 16 months of paid work) | C$44,675 | ≈ ₹29.9 lakh |
| Accounting & Finance, BComm (Hons) | 4 years, or 5 years with co-op | C$44,476 | ≈ ₹29.8 lakh |
| Business Management, BComm (Hons) | 4 years, or 5 years with co-op | C$44,485 | ≈ ₹29.8 lakh |
| Mechanical Engineering, BEng (Hons) | 4 years, or 5 years with co-op (up to 16 months of paid work) | C$44,675 | ≈ ₹29.9 lakh |
| Biomedical Sciences, BSc (Hons) | 4 years, or 5 years with co-op | C$38,702 | ≈ ₹25.9 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Toronto Metropolitan University with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- Undergraduate, first year
ISLA entrance award for international students (Fall entry)
Value: CAD 10,000, one-time (up to 53 awards)
Eligibility: International fee-paying students starting first year full time with an average of 86% or higher (or equivalent) and a gap of no more than one academic year. A personal statement is needed; for Fall 2027 the deadline is 16 February 2027.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate, first year (January start)
ISLA entrance award for international students (Winter entry)
Value: CAD 10,000, one-time (up to 20 awards)
Eligibility: International fee-paying students starting first year full time in January with an average of 86% or higher and a personal statement.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- CBSE (AISSCE), CISCE (ISC), NIOS or a state board Class 12 (HSC, Intermediate or Pre-University) is accepted.
- TMU's minimum is a 65% average with at least 60% in each prerequisite subject; competitive programmes need much higher marks.
- Past admission averages (Ontario scale) were 90%+ for Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, 85–90% for Computer Engineering, 80–85% for Accounting & Finance and 75–80% for Computer Science.
- Calculus is required for all Engineering programmes, Accounting & Finance and some Science programmes; every applicant needs a Class 12 English course.
- Architectural Science also assesses a portfolio and other non-academic material.
Postgraduate
- A 4-year bachelor's degree with at least a B (3.0/4.33) in the last two years. TMU lists 65% or 8.0/10 as a B for Indian degrees.
- A 3-year Indian bachelor's degree counts only together with a master's degree.
- Some programmes ask for a higher GPA; check the programme's own requirements.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (undergraduate)
- Degree transcripts and certificates (postgraduate)
- English test score unless exempt
- Portfolio for Architectural Science and some Creative School programmes
- Statement of interest and references (graduate)
- Proof of funds for the study permit
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (undergraduate) | 6.5 overall; TMU sets no band minimums. |
| TOEFL iBT (undergraduate) | 4.5 for tests from 21 January 2026. Earlier tests: 83 for Engineering and Science, 92 for Computer Science, Architectural Science and all other programmes. |
| PTE and Duolingo (undergraduate) | PTE 60; Duolingo 120. |
| Graduate (most programmes) | IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 93, PTE 63 or Duolingo 130. The MBA and MSc in Management ask for IELTS 7.5. |
| Exemption | No test needed after four years of full-time high school study at a school where English is the main language of teaching. Confirm with TMU that your Indian school qualifies. |
Accommodation and living costs
TMU has residences on its downtown campus and charges a CAD 50 application fee. On-campus rooms cost CAD 9,000 to 15,100 or more for 2026-27, plus a meal plan. Many students rent off campus, which TMU estimates at CAD 15,000 to 21,000 or more for 12 months.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus residence (room only)2026-27; meal plan extra | C$9,000–15,100per academic year | ≈ ₹6 lakh – ₹10.1 lakh |
| Meal plan options2026-27 | C$5,565–7,571per academic year | ≈ ₹3.7 lakh – ₹5.1 lakh |
| Off-campus rentTMU estimate; can be higher | C$15,000–21,000per 12 months | ≈ ₹10.1 lakh – ₹14.1 lakh |
| TTC monthly transit passTMU estimate, from $128 | C$128per month | ≈ ₹8,576 |
| Books and suppliesTMU estimate; depends on programme | C$1,500–6,700per year | ≈ ₹1 lakh – ₹4.5 lakh |
Campus and location
TMU's main campus is in downtown Toronto, with its main address at 350 Victoria Street. Most undergraduate teaching and the residences are in the city centre.
- All full-time undergraduate programmes include experiential learning.
- Most Engineering, Science and Business degrees offer a 5-year co-op format.
- TMU ranked first in Canada for student services among large universities in Maclean's 2027.
- TMU says it is in the top 10 in Canada for graduate employability in THE's 2025 Global University Employability Ranking.
Careers and graduate outcomes
TMU's downtown location and co-op formats help students find paid work terms in Toronto. Graduates of eligible degrees can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit; see our Canada guide for the current rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Paid work in the Computer Science co-op format | 20 months | TMU Computer Science programme page |
| Paid work in Engineering co-op formats | Up to 16 months | TMU Engineering programme pages |
Studying in Canada
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FAQs
How much does TMU cost for an Indian student?
In 2026-27 international fees (tuition plus ancillary) are about CAD 38,700 a year for Computer Science and other Science or Arts degrees, and about CAD 44,500 to 44,700 for Business and Engineering. A course-based MEng is listed at about CAD 31,200 for full-time study. Residence costs CAD 9,000 to 15,100 or more plus a meal plan.
What marks do I need from CBSE or ISC?
TMU's minimum is 65% with at least 60% in each prerequisite subject, but competitive programmes admit students with much higher averages. Engineering has recently needed 85–90% or more on the Ontario scale.
Can I skip IELTS if I studied in an English-medium school?
TMU exempts students who completed four years of full-time high school at a school where English is the main language of teaching. Ask TMU to confirm that your school qualifies before you skip the test.
Does TMU accept a 3-year Indian degree for a master's?
Only if you also have a master's degree. Otherwise TMU asks for a 4-year bachelor's degree with at least a B average (65% or 8.0/10).
Is Ryerson University the same as TMU?
Yes. Ryerson University was renamed Toronto Metropolitan University in 2022. Older documents may still use the Ryerson name.
Sources
- TMU: undergraduate tuition and fees 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- TMU: graduate tuition and fees 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- TMU Admissions: tuition, fees and costs (opens in a new tab)
- TMU Admissions: international secondary school requirements (opens in a new tab)
- TMU Admissions: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- TMU Graduate Studies: admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- TMU Admissions: scholarships and awards (opens in a new tab)
- TMU: Computer Science programme page (opens in a new tab)
- TMU: history (opens in a new tab)
- TMU: rankings (opens in a new tab)
- TMU: about (opens in a new tab)
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