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What will your favourite part of U of T Mississauga be?

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1st in Canada and top-20 in the world

The only university in Canada, and 1 of just 7 universities globally, ranked in the QS world top-20 in all five major academic areas:

 Life sciences and medicine, 12th globally

 

 Arts and humanities, 14th globally

 

 Social sciences and management, 15th globally

 

 Natural sciences, 16th globally

 

 Engineering and technology, 17th globally

 

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Phillandra G. | 4th year, Biology and Psychology

 

Welcome to U of T Mississauga!

 

Four years ago, I was getting ready to do the same thing as you are now: apply to U of T Mississauga and take the next step for my future.

Back then, I knew some of this university’s special strengths. Top professors leading high-ranked programs. Global networks connecting you to great careers. Major scholarships and internships to help along the way.

Until I got here, though, I didn’t know the most important part. This campus is a tight-knit community, with friends and mentors who care about my success inside and outside the classroom. People here are always ready to say hi, answer questions and share their experience. 

That’s why we made this book: to connect this community with you. It includes 10 UTM Eagles, each sharing the thing they love most about this campus – from research to residence to nature trails along the Credit River.

There’s more to love, too; I hope you explore it all as you prepare your application. Chat with admissions staff at Fall Campus Day. Take a tour, in person or online. Find your thing at Canada’s leading university.

What will your favourite part of U of T Mississauga be?

Favourite thing: career-ready learning

 

Carina S.
Carina S. | 4th year, Forensic Chemistry

Looking to land your dream job or launch your own company? Our co-op and internship programs, innovation accelerators and Fortune 500 networks will open doors for your career.

Experiential learning is available in every program; so, no matter what you study, you’ll gain hands-on skills to get ahead on the job market.

That’s why our alumni thrive as leaders in every sector – from fintech to fashion to forensics. Which one will you lead?

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31 UTM co-op program options, including management, biology and computer science.

1st in Canada for employability and 13th among public universities globally.

1st in Canada and 10th globally for innovation, with startups generating $14B in investment.

Favourite thing: financial support

 

Benji J.
Benji J. | Class of 2026 Valedictorian and Pearson Scholarship Winner. HBSc

Talent comes from everywhere; money doesn’t. That’s why U of T guarantees financial access for all Canadian students and offers Canada’s largest international scholarships – because you deserve a university that won’t let money limit what your talent can achieve.

Hundreds of co-op, work-study and on-campus jobs create opportunities to earn as you learn. You’ll graduate with the Canadian degree valued most by employers globally, which means a four-year investment here sets you up for life-long success, anywhere you want.

 

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$408M reserved annually for scholarships and support. U of T students receive 73% more funding than the average student at other Ontario universities.

Up to $180K per per recipient, included in U of T International Scholar Awards. All international applicants are automatically considered.

7,100+ entrance scholarships every year, including automatic awards for all Canadian students with strong high school averages.

 

 

 

Favourite thing: research opportunities

 

Esha D.
Esha D. | Class of 2026. HBSc; Biology for Health Sciences

Nanomaterials for better health. Histories that bring the past to life. Responsible policies for AI, climate action and criminal justice. At U of T Mississauga, you’ll work side-by-side with top faculty on research projects with real-world impact.

That’s the advantage of studying here, with leaders who discovered the knowledge they teach. You won’t just learn about the world; you’ll join the work to shape its future.

 

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420+ annual opportunities for students to join hands-on research projects.

1st in Canada for research excellence and impact and 2nd among public universities globally.

Top 10 globally in research about AI, biology, neuroscience, statistics, social sciences and philosophy, among many other fields.

 

Shaping the future of research

Tak Mak

1984

U of T professor Tak Mak identifies and clones genes for the T-cell receptor, which drives development of life-saving immunotherapies for cancer and other serious diseases.

Desmond Parker

2010

UTM graduate Desmond Parker becomes the first Trinidadian appointed chief of protocol for the United Nations, after his decades of service in international diplomacy and human rights.

Sanja Fidler

2018

UTM professor Sanja Fidler becomes NVIDIA’s first VP of AI research in Canada, shortly before U of T professor Geoffrey Hinton wins the Nobel Prize for his foundational AI discoveries.

Diana Virgovicova

2019

U of T graduate Diana Virgovicova makes her first scientific discovery, designing a new molecule that cleans contaminated water. The discovery leads her to co-found the water purifying company Xatoms, based at UTM.

Thereasa Gordon

2022

Thereasa Gordon becomes the first person in her family to earn a university degree – all while raising a child as a single mom. A third of UTM undergraduates identify as first-generation university students.

Jacob Tsimerman

2026

U of T graduate and professor Jacob Tsimerman becomes the first Canadian-based winner of the Fields Medal, the world’s leading prize in mathematics, itself founded by U of T professor John Fields in 1932.

 

Favourite thing: history

 

Tara Fader
Tara Fader | Manager, Student Recruitment Events

When you arrive on campus, U of T will be celebrating its 200th anniversary, UTM its 60th. What matters most is what this history means for you.

You’ll join the university that shaped Canada before Canada was a country – a community behind innovations and ideas that have changed the world, from insulin and Ozempic to stem-cell therapies and artificial intelligence. This legacy is your platform to lead what’s next. How will you make history?

This is U of T

9 Nobel Prize winners, plus 12 Grammy and Academy Award winners and 277 Olympians.

17 Supreme Court Justices, plus 16 Canadian premiers and 4 prime ministers.

150M+ people worldwide treating diabetes with insulin, plus 3 million hearts beating on U of T-invented pacemakers.

Favourite thing: natural and architectural beauty

 

Noah A.
Noah A. | 4th year, Paleontology, Earth Science and Biology

 

Picture this. You start the day studying cancer therapies in one of the greenest, most comprehensive labs in North America. In the afternoon, you’re exploring the green beauty of this centuries-old forest. At U of T Mississauga, it’s just a five-minute walk from the heart of the action to the heart of nature.

Walk alongside the Credit River. See deer running in the field. The only thing prettier than the award-winning buildings is the biodiversity around them. No filter needed.

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From the heart of the action to the heart of nature

See the sights for yourself with this virtual, 360-degree campus walkabout.

 

Favourite thing: connection and care

 

Christine E.
Christine E. | 4th year, Political Science

One of the first things you’ll learn at U of T Mississauga is the campus motto: tantum nobis creditum, so much is entrusted to us. Our community builds this trust by taking care of each other and providing resources we all need to thrive.

Here, you can find your joy in 140+ student clubs, access mental health support in 146 languages and plan your program path with academic advisors. Trust inspires impact. This community has your back so you can make your mark, on your terms.

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40 academic, program and financial advisors to support your university transition and success.

280 team members at the Student Services Hub dedicated to your academic and personal development.

20+ intramural sports leagues at the Recreation, Athletics and Wellness Centre, our Olympic-level gym, pool and fitness complex.

Favourite thing: residence life

 

Matthew P.
Matthew P. | 4th year, English, Drama and Anthropology

UTM residence is more than a place to sleep; it’s a community to call home. In residence socials, game nights, and study groups, you’ll make friends from around the world and memories that last beyond graduation – all just steps away from your next class or nature walk.

The best part? Residence is guaranteed for all new full-time, first-year students who apply by March 31, 2027. With a (gorgeous) new residence opening this fall, you’ve picked the perfect time to find your home and your community.

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74 countries represented by UTM residence students.

150+ social and community-building events every year.

2000 residence spaces available, all with fully-furnished bedrooms, high-speed Wi-Fi and other modern amenities.

Favourite thing: location 

 

Winton D.
Winton D. | 3rd year, Theatre & Drama Studies

This is where big city energy meets the calm of nature. Here, you’re connected globally – just 20 minutes from Pearson International Airport, with flights from Shanghai, Mumbai, São Paulo and 180+ other cities.

Getting here locally is easy, too, with transit options like express buses from Brampton Gateway Terminal and Clarkson GO Station, plus a fare-free shuttle direct to and from U of T’s St. George campus in downtown Toronto.

Your neighbourhood is one of the world’s safest, most culturally diverse regions. Here you’ll find green spaces larger than Central Park, thousands of restaurants from around the globe and Canada’s leading job markets in finance, arts, technology and life sciences.

 

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75+ Fortune 500 companies with Canadian headquarters in Mississauga.

46% of Mississauga residents speak a first language other than English.

500+ parks in Mississauga, with 295km of woodlands and nature trails.

Unlimited fare-free rides on Mississauga Mi-Way transit with your U-Pass, which is included for all UTM students.

 

Favourite thing: program choice and flexibility 

 

Mapalo M.
Mapalo M. | 3rd year, Forensic Psychology

At U of T Mississauga, you apply to one of 12 flexible admission categories. That means you’ll start your first year with the freedom to explore what inspires you most and discover connections across subjects that others miss.

From there, you’ll build your degree your way – with one, two, or even three programs. Uncover hidden stories from ancient Greece. Design the future of AI. Do both – and more – at once. Every choice is a good one, since it leads to a U of T degree that opens doors worldwide.

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180+ program options in arts, science and business across 19 departments and institutes.

1,675 courses offered annually, including field school, industry and study-abroad opportunities.

14,000 video games in our Bolton library collection, Canada’s largest, used in UTM’s distinctive game studies program.

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