History
Established in 1948, Toronto Metropolitan University has a history rooted in innovative, career-driven education with the goal of addressing contemporary societal needs. Starting with just 225 students and a few trade courses, the institution now offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs and boasts over 266,000 alumni worldwide.
Education
We believe that education and experience go hand-in-hand. What our students learn in the classroom is enhanced by real-world knowledge through internships and co-ops, or amplified through zone learning, specialized minors and graduate programs.
Choose from a wide range of programs in the following Faculties and Schools:
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Community Services
- Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science
- Faculty of Science
- Lincoln Alexander School of Law
- School of Medicine
- Ted Rogers School of Management
- The Creative School
- The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education
- Yeates School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Research
As Canada's comprehensive innovation university, TMU engages in scholarly, research and creative activities that address real-world challenges to drive economic growth and improve quality of life.
Innovation is at the core of our research mandate. Our centres and institutes, opens in new window bring together faculty and industry partners to solve research problems and provide opportunities for students to learn.
Our strong focus on innovation and evidence-based research has made us a preferred partner for government, industry, not-for-profit organizations, communities and individuals. Together we are improving processes, developing new technologies and services, and creating new companies and social enterprises.
Career
The Career, Co-op & Student Success Centre is TMU's central resource for students to access relevant and responsive support to navigate their way through TMU into their careers. Our innovative model of support allows us to meet students where they are in their journey, delivering equity-focused and inclusive programs and services that cover a student's journey from their first year at TMU through to their graduation into their career.
Top reasons to study here
- Get a cutting-edge, inclusive education that combines academic excellence with real life experience.
- We offer 100+ undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
- Our campus welcomes students from 140+ countries.
Toronto Metropolitan University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #601 Ranking
- 46 Masters
- 91 Scholarships
- 1,200 Academic Staff
- 48,000 Students
- 4,400 Students (int'l)
- Public Institution Type
Toronto Metropolitan University Overview
Toronto Metropolitan University Scholarships
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Toronto Metropolitan University Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 100 reviews
- 5 Star 35 Reviews
- 4 Star 60 Reviews
- 3 Star 5 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.3
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.0
- Student Diversity 4.4
- Quality of Student Life 4.0
Well-Rounded Education
I am happy with my experience of studying psychology, the professors are passionate, knowledgeable, very helpful, and Toronto is considered a hub for memory research. Could benefit from more course offerings.
A new beginning
I really enjoyed the experience and I can’t wait to see other people’s good reviews too
was joyfully
seismic interpretation and mining geology, experience in lab microscope, topography,
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2025. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 7 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
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Toronto Metropolitan University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 601 | 601 | 601 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
Climbed 90 places compared to 2025
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 851 | 801 | 711 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 1055 | - | - |
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Student services
Toronto Metropolitan University is ranked #1 in Canada for Student Services (Maclean's, 2026 - Best Comprehensive Universities) and we're committed to your success.
Our International Student Support (ISS) team will support you throughout your entire academic career at TMU. Our International Student Advisors are Regulated International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIAs) or Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) who can help you through group immigration advising, drop-in hours and one-on-one appointments.
Housing services
TMU has 1,100+ beds in three residence buildings on campus. There are a range of room styles including two- to four-bedroom apartments, single bedrooms with shared hallway washrooms and some individual rooms with private washrooms.
Living on campus will immerse you in the TMU community. You will have the opportunity to build connections with a diverse group of people and be involved in residence and campus life. It is your chance to be at the heart of events and activities happening on campus and in the city of Toronto.
Library services
The Toronto Metropolitan University Libraries offer access to a wide collection of print and digital resources as well as archives and special collections. Students can also use different types of individual study spaces and group study rooms with monitors and whiteboards.
Medical services
From medical services to personal wellness programs, TMU is dedicated to helping you discover and nurture your best self. Student Wellbeing at the university encompasses a variety of health, wellbeing, and academic services and supports:
- Academic Accommodation Support
- Centre for Student Development & Counselling
- Health Promotion Programs
- Medical Centre
- Test Centre
- ThriveTMU
Campus life
The university is located in the heart of Toronto, Canada, the fourth largest city in North America. Here, students can connect with leaders in culture, business, health care or government because opportunity lives at our front door. That's an urban campus.
Sports facilities
TMU Athletics and Recreation champions a spirit of belonging, pride and excellence, which enriches the academic experience and develops the whole student.
In our two fitness facilities, the Recreation & Athletics Centre (RAC) and the Mattamy Athletic Centre (MAC), as well as through initiatives across campus, we strive to provide safe and inclusive spaces for you to move in a diversity of ways.
Student clubs
Toronto Metropolitan University has a vibrant campus community made up of over 200 student clubs and organizations. Most of these groups allow for the opportunity to be involved however you would like, from being a general member who attends events when possible to running for an executive position.