About U of T
Founded in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada’s top university with a long history of challenging the impossible and transforming society through the ingenuity and resolve of its faculty, students, alumni and supporters.
The ideas, innovations and contributions of more than 660,000 graduates advance U of T’s impact on communities across the globe.
We are proud to be one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, bringing together top minds from every conceivable background and discipline to collaborate on the world’s most pressing challenges.
Our community is a catalyst for discovery, innovation and progress, creating knowledge and solutions that make a tangible difference around the globe. And we prepare our students for success through an outstanding global education rooted in excellence, inclusion and close-knit learning communities.
Together, we continue to defy gravity by taking on what might seem unattainable today and generating the ideas and talent needed to build a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous future.
The diversity of the U of T community is our strength
“U of T’s remarkable diversity provides both a springboard to social mobility and a superb environment for education, research and innovation.”
— Meric Gertler, President, University of Toronto
Deeply rooted in one of the world’s most diverse city regions, U of T is committed to inclusive excellence — the idea that every member of our community should thrive in an environment of belonging. A welcoming and global community that supports equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) for all is an essential part of our University.
Our Creative Campus
St. George campus
The St. George campus blends historical architecture and inviting green spaces as a backdrop to a truly remarkable community.
Set in the centre of Toronto, one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse cities, it is a place where students, staff and faculty engage with a vibrant academic life and countless co-curricular activities.
Just beyond the campus are the many events, neighbourhoods and industries that Toronto has to offer. From Scotiabank Nuit Blanche, an annual art festival that runs from dusk until dawn, to sports games at one of the Varsity Centre’s high-performance facilities, this location is intrinsically linked with the city’s renowned cultural offerings to create a rich and unique experience for everyone.
Mississauga Campus
Established in 1967, the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) is U of T’s second largest division with a student population of just over 14,000.
Featuring 15 academic departments, an Institute of Communication, Culture, Information and Technology, 148 programs and 89 areas of study, UTM offers undergraduate and interdisciplinary graduate studies programs. The campus also boasts a vibrant research environment and many of its faculty and researchers are recognized internationally for their innovative work.
UTM’s award-winning facilities are situated on 225 acres of protected greenbelt along the Credit River, 33 kilometres west of U of T’s Downtown Toronto (St. George) Campus.
Scarborough Campus
Experiential education is the hallmark of the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC).
Students get a head start on their futures through U of T’s only co-op program as well as internships, hands-on research, community engagement and a vibrant campus life.
Located next to popular natural landmarks in Toronto’s greenest area, the UTSC campus is experiencing dynamic growth. The new Aquatics Centre and Field House represents Canada’s largest investment in amateur sport infrastructure, opened in 2015 for the Pan Am/Parapan Am Games.
Facts and figures
Sustainability
2nd in the world and 1st in Canada for sustainability
Research citations
Top 5 in the world for research citationsScientific papers
6th in the world for performance ranking of scientific papers
Employability
11th in the world for graduate employability
Alumni
More than 660,600 alumni in more than 190 countries and territoriesAwards
8 Nobel Prize winners
Canada Research Chairs
330 Canada Research Chairs
Entrepreneurship
No. 1 rank in research-based startups among Canadian universities
Medical research
2nd in the world for medical research (U of T and leading Toronto hospitals)
Global ranking
Top 50 globally, in 46 subject categories, more than any other university in the world
Research collaborations
Research collaborations with more than 1,000 institutions
Business incubation
U of T ranks in the world’s top 5 university-managed business incubators
Mission and Values
The University of Toronto is dedicated to fostering an academic community in which the learning and scholarship of every member may flourish, with vigilant protection for individual human rights, and a resolute commitment to the principles of equal opportunity, equity and justice.
