Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Degree type
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration4 years
- Delivery methodOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee50,064USD
- Start dateSep
- QS Ranking#32
Program overview
What the University of Toronto says about their program:
Economics and Political Science (BA) is a program offered at University of Toronto. The program provides a structured pathway for students who want to study this subject area in a higher education setting.
Delivered as part of the broader academic offering at University of Toronto, Economics and Political Science is designed to support students through a balanced mix of taught content and applied learning. The program aims to build subject knowledge alongside transferable skills that students can carry into further study or work.
Students enrolled on Economics and Political Science benefit from the wider learning environment at University of Toronto, including the academic support and student services available across the institution. The program is intended to give a clear, supported route through the chosen field of study.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- International applicants must hold an appropriate bachelor’s degree or its equivalent as assessed by the University of Toronto.
- A final year average of at least mid-B from a recognized university is required.
English proficiency
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
English proficiency waivers
Documents required
- Transcripts
Required grades
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Other grade requirements
International applicants must present a senior/Grade 12 English course. Other prerequisite courses must be presented at the senior/Grade 12 equivalent level. Minimum academic requirements vary by curriculum and intended program. For British-patterned education, present five different IGCSE/GCSE/Ordinary Level academic subjects and three different A Level/International A Level academic subjects; English is required for all programs and Mathematics at AS or A Level is required where Calculus is a prerequisite. For the International Baccalaureate, present the IB Diploma with English at HL or SL and meet the program prerequisites at SL or HL. For U.S.-patterned education, present a high school diploma and senior-year/Grade 12 prerequisite subjects. Some programs may require Calculus or other subject prerequisites.
Fees
The University of Toronto outlines its tuition fees for international students, indicating an average increase of 6.35%. The university is committed to supporting international students, though specific funding options are not detailed in the context provided.
Fee information
- Undergraduate programs
CAD$63,000 to $75,000 per year.
- Graduate programs
CAD$31,000 to $85,000+ per year
What is the cost of living near University of Toronto?
| Category | Cost (in Canadian Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $2,107 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,789 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $131 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $69 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $50 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $157 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $281 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | $125 |
| Coffee shop drink | $6 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $18 |
| Gym membership | $70 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and future.utoronto.ca (University published).
Visa requirements for the University of Toronto
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