Welcome to U of T Mississauga — we're so glad you're here!
So you got your offer of admission from UTM. Now what? Follow these steps to ensure you're all set for the year ahead.
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Additional steps for international students
Additional steps for transfer students
Step 1
Accept your offer
With an offer to U of T Mississauga now in hand, your next step is to accept it through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC). Your offer will include a specific deadline to accept your offer, don't miss it!
After you've accepted your offer, log in to the JOIN U of T Applicant Website at join.utoronto.ca and check that your acceptance was received.
Accept your offer on the OUAC site
Step 2
Apply for residence
Residence is guaranteed for all new full-time students entering their first year of university in an undergraduate program for the first time, if you:
- Complete the Residence Guarantee Application on residence.utoronto.ca by March 31, 2026
- Accept your offer of admission by the deadline (and before June 2026)
- Complete the UTM Undergrad Application by June 1, 2026
Learn more about residence options on the Student Housing and Residence Life website.
Suite-style Residence | $10,000-$15,000
Kitchen, living room, shared bathroom, and four single- or double-occupancy bedrooms.
Traditional-style Residence | $15,000
Single-occupancy bedroom with hallway access and shared washroom with the adjoining unit.
Townhouse-style Residence | $14,000
Townhouse with kitchen, living room, patio, four single-occupancy bedrooms, one shared bathroom.
Premium Townhouse-style Residence | $16,000
Townhouse with kitchen, living room, patio, four single-occupancy bedrooms, one shared bathroom.
Step 3
Get to know UTM
Learn about campus life, how to connect with your peers, jobs on campus and academic supports available to you as a new student.
Step 4
Create your budget
The cost of a university education is a combination of tuition fees and living expenses. You can begin planning your budget by visiting the Planning Calculator website.
Basic fees for the 2025-26 academic year
$6,100 for Ontario student tuition fees
$7,250 for domestic (non-Ontario) student tuition fees
$61,720 – $63,570 for international student tuition fees
$14,000 to $19,000 for residence and for meal plans
$1,000 to $2,000 for books
$2,000 for incidental fees
For a full breakdown, visit utm.utoronto.ca/future-students/finances/.
Scholarships & awards
All students admitted to our campus with the following admitted averages are automatically assessed for one of three entrance scholarships.
95% +: Up to $12,000 ($3,000 renewable x 4 years)
92% - 94.9%: $3,000 (non-renewable)
90% - 91.9%: $2,000 (non-renewable)
Full scholarship details can be found at utm.utoronto.ca/future-students/finances
Step 5
Enrol in courses
Course enrolment begins for all incoming first-year UTM students mid-July, 2026 (potentially earlier if you have transfer credits). You will enrol online through ACORN (Accessible Campus Online Resource Network).
Our Academic Advisors will be with you the whole way to guide you through the process of creating your timetable. You’ll receive invitations to participate in course enrolment workshops, review online resources, and an overview of available supports after you accept your offer.
Explore existing resources on the New Students website.
Step 6
Prepare for your first weeks on campus
UTM has pre-arrival and orientation programs that give you access to current students, faculty and staff. Ask questions, meet your peers and step onto campus feeling confident and supported.
EagleConnect
Details emailed in June 2026
An absolute must-join! EagleConnect is an online program for new students wanting to gain insight and experience, and connect to classmates!
Orientation
Late August - Early September
Get to campus early to learn about everything from academic preparedness, cool spots on campus, gym facilities, clubs, and more. Plus, parties!
Residence move-in
Late August
Our Student Housing & Residence Life team will reach out to you with full details over the summer.
Additional steps for international students
Pay admission deposit
Your offer will include instructions on paying the $5,000 admission deposit when you are ready to accept your offer.
Obtain your Study Permit
Connect with the International Education Centre for support on the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) and study permit process.
Complete English language requirements
Provide evidence of adequate English facility if indicated on your offer of admission. There are many pathways to meet this requirement. Explore your options on the Future Students English Language Requirements guide.
Additional steps for transfer students
Learn about transfer credits
Students taking curricula such as the following may be eligible for transfer credits:
- Advanced Placement (AP)
- General Certificate of Education (GCE)
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- French Baccalaureate
- Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE)
- College- or university-level courses
For a comprehensive overview of transfer credits, please visit uoft.me/utmtransfer.
Deferring your offer
Requesting a deferral
If you are unable to begin your degree studies this fall, you may request a one-year deferral of your offer of admission. To be eligible to request a deferral you must meet a few requirements.
For an overview of the deferral process, please visit our Deferring Your Admission page.
Connect with us
Student Recruitment & Admissions
Phone: 905-828-5400
Email: uoft.me/askutm
Website: Future Students
Office of the Registrar
Phone: 905-828-5399
Online Queries: AskRegistrar
Website: Office of the Registrar
International Students
Phone: 905-569-4716
Email: international.utm@utoronto.ca
Website: International Education Centre