Universities in Toronto offer bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, and 1-year graduate certificates. The University of Toronto leads, at QS #32 in the 2027 edition. This page lists 3 universities, 4 polytechnics, and 3 smaller degree-granting schools. If you are looking in October 2026, the 2027 intakes are open or opening at several of them.
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Top universities in Toronto include the University of Toronto, York University, and Toronto Metropolitan University. The table lists 10 institutions in rank order. QS ranks #3 of them in its 2027 edition. The other 7 are not ranked.
| University | Location | QS World University Rankings 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| University of Toronto | Toronto, Ontario | #32 |
| York University | Toronto, Ontario | #322 |
| Toronto Metropolitan University | Toronto, Ontario | #669 |
| Humber Polytechnic | Toronto, Ontario | Not ranked |
| Centennial College | Toronto, Ontario | Not ranked |
| Seneca Polytechnic | Toronto, Ontario | Not ranked |
| George Brown College | Toronto, Ontario | Not ranked |
| OCAD University | Toronto, Ontario | Not ranked |
| University of Guelph-Humber | Toronto, Ontario | Not ranked |
| Tyndale University | Toronto, Ontario | Not ranked |
Watch Out: Humber, Centennial, Seneca and George Brown are polytechnics or colleges, not universities. They carry no QS rank. Their graduate certificates run 1 year.
Note: As of October 2026, published deadlines run from 21 October 2026 to 15 April 2027. Finish your shortlist this month.
Indian students aiming at a master's or MBA should look at U of T, TMU or York first. Those who want a 1-year job-focused certificate should look at Seneca, Centennial or George Brown.
| Profile | Programs to Shortlist | Key Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering graduate seeking a master's | U of T MEng ECE or TMU MEng ECE | U of T asks IELTS 7.0. TMU asks a GPA of 3.00/4.33 in the last two years. |
| Graduate with a GMAT or GRE score | York Schulich MBA | GMAT or GRE is required. Recent Schulich graduates can seek a waiver. |
| Graduate seeking a 1-year certificate | Seneca Data Analytics, Centennial Cybersecurity or George Brown Cyber Security | Each program page lists the certificate as PGWP-eligible. |
| Class 12 student seeking a bachelor's | OCAD BDes, Guelph-Humber Business or Tyndale BBA | OCAD requires a portfolio for BDes programs. |
Note: In October 2026, certificate seats for January 2027 are still open at Seneca. Master's routes need earlier action.
Universities in Toronto fees start at CAD 8,563 (INR 5.73 Lakhs) a semester at Seneca. The Schulich MBA totals CAD 124,019 (INR 82.92 Lakhs). The table compares one flagship program per institution. Levels differ, so compare within a level. Each cell names its fee basis.
| University | Program | Program Fees (CAD) | Program Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Toronto | Master of Engineering (MEng), Electrical and Computer Engineering | CAD 76,090.39 (2026-27 program fee) | INR 50.87 Lakhs |
| York University | Master of Business Administration (MBA), Schulich | CAD 124,019 (Total, Fall 2026 rate) | INR 82.92 Lakhs |
| Toronto Metropolitan University | Master of Engineering (MEng), Electrical and Computer Engineering | CAD 31,206.15 (2026-27 full-time fee) | INR 20.86 Lakhs |
| Humber Polytechnic | Ontario Graduate Certificate, Business Insights and Analytics | CAD 23,106.18 (2 semesters, 2025-26) | INR 15.45 Lakhs |
| Centennial College | Ontario College Graduate Certificate, Cybersecurity | CAD 21,101.41 (Annual, Fall 2026) | INR 14.11 Lakhs |
| Seneca Polytechnic | Ontario College Graduate Certificate, Data Analytics | CAD 8,563 (Per semester, 2026-27) | INR 5.73 Lakhs |
| George Brown College | Ontario College Graduate Certificate, Cyber Security (Postgraduate) | CAD 28,967 (Total, 3 semesters, Fall 2026) | INR 19.37 Lakhs |
| OCAD University | Bachelor of Design (BDes), Industrial Design | CAD 13,387.01 (Per term, 2.00 credits, Fall 2026) | INR 8.95 Lakhs |
| University of Guelph-Humber | Honours Bachelor of Business Administration | CAD 40,315 (Annual, tuition only, labeled 2027-28) | INR 26.95 Lakhs |
| Tyndale University | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | CAD 20,130 (Annual, 10 courses, May 2026 to April 2027) | INR 13.46 Lakhs |
Watch Out: Tyndale asks a non-refundable international deposit of CAD 23,500 (INR 15.71 Lakhs). It is credited toward tuition. Mandatory fees and health insurance are extra at most schools.
Note: Status as of October 2026: U of T, TMU and York publish only 2026-27 or Fall 2026 fees. No 2027-28 figures were found. Re-check each fee page before you pay a deposit.
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IRCC asks students to prove CAD 23,448 (INR 15.68 Lakhs) a year for living costs from 1 September 2026. A one-bedroom flat averages CAD 2,262 (INR 1.51 Lakhs) a month in October 2026. Living costs cover rent, food, transport and personal spend, but not tuition or flights. The table shows the 2026-27 estimate that TMU publishes for international students.
| Expense | Annual Cost (CAD) | Annual Cost (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Off-campus rent | CAD 15,000 to 21,000+ | INR 10.03 to 14.04 Lakhs+ |
| On-campus housing | CAD 8,988 to 15,147+ | INR 6.01 to 10.13 Lakhs+ |
| 7-day meal plan | CAD 7,570 | INR 5.06 Lakhs |
| TTC transit pass | CAD 1,536 | INR 1.03 Lakhs |
| Books and supplies | CAD 1,500 to 6,700 | INR 1.00 to 4.48 Lakhs |
| Personal expenses | CAD 3,200 to 5,600 | INR 2.14 to 3.74 Lakhs |
| UHIP health insurance | CAD 948 | INR 0.63 Lakhs |
Note: IRCC raised the figure from CAD 22,895 (INR 15.31 Lakhs) for applications from 1 September 2026. Budget the new amount if you apply for a Fall 2027 permit.
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Eligibility for universities in Toronto starts with a bachelor's degree for master's programs and IELTS 6.5 to 7.0. The rules below come from each institution's official pages.
Note: In October 2026, book IELTS for the 20 January 2027 Schulich round and the January 2027 polytechnic intakes.
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Universities in Toronto offer Fall (September) and Winter (January) intakes. Several polytechnics add a May intake. Dates below come from each program page.
| Institution | Program | Intake | Deadline or Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Toronto | MEng ECE | Fall 2027 and Winter 2028 | Co-op 8 February 2027; Fall international 15 April 2027; Winter 31 May 2027 |
| York University | Schulich MBA | September and January | Round 1 21 October 2026; Round 2 20 January 2027; Round 3 3 March 2027 |
| Toronto Metropolitan University | MEng ECE | Not published | Not published on the program page |
| Humber Polytechnic | Business Insights and Analytics | January, May and September | Rolling; open while the status reads Open |
| Centennial College | Cybersecurity | September 2027 | No deadline; registration windows only |
| Seneca Polytechnic | Data Analytics | January, May and September | Rolling; January 2027 and May 2027 open |
| George Brown College | Cyber Security (Postgraduate) | January and September | No deadline; Fall 2027 open; Winter 2028 opens 3 February 2027 |
| OCAD, Guelph-Humber and Tyndale | Flagship programs above | Not published | Not published on the pages reviewed |
Deadline Alert: Schulich Round 1 closes on 21 October 2026. Round 3 on 3 March 2027 is the last round for international applicants.
Note: The U of T ECE page promised updated dates after August 2026. Re-check them before you plan your Fall 2027 application.
Scholarships in Toronto for Indian students include the Schulich MBA Entrance Scholarship, Ontario Graduate Scholarship and Pearson Scholarship. Polytechnic entrance awards are smaller.
| Scholarship | Coverage | Status for 2027 Entry |
|---|---|---|
| Seymour Schulich MBA Entrance Scholarship | CAD 31,890 (INR 21.32 Lakhs), merit and need based | International applicants are considered automatically |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship | CAD 5,000 (INR 3.34 Lakhs) per term for master's and doctoral students | Deadline varies by university; check with your program |
| Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship | Tuition, books, incidental fees and residence for 4 years | Undergraduate only; school nomination needed |
| Seneca Entrance Scholarship | Up to CAD 5,000 (INR 3.34 Lakhs) off tuition | No deadline listed |
| Centennial Entrance Scholarship | Up to CAD 5,000 (INR 3.34 Lakhs); CAD 2,000 (INR 1.34 Lakhs) for 1-year programs | First-time students for Sept 2026 and Jan 2027 intakes |
Watch Out: Pearson funds undergraduates only, not master's students. Humber's entrance scholarship covers diploma programs only.
Note: As of October 2026, Pearson school nominations closed on 9 October 2026. Nominated students apply by 16 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
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Jobs after studying in Toronto include data analyst, cybersecurity analyst and engineering roles. Most routes run through a PGWP. Check the PGWP rules below before you pick a program.
Note: As of October 2026, the PGWP field list is not due to change in 2026. Check your certificate's CIP code now. Confirm all PGWP rules on the IRCC site.
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Pick U of T or TMU for an engineering master's. Pick York for an MBA. Pick Seneca, Centennial or George Brown for a 1-year certificate.
Ques. Which is the best university in Toronto for Indian students?
Ans. The University of Toronto ranks highest, at QS 32 in the 2027 edition. York follows at =322 and Toronto Metropolitan University at 669. U of T asks IELTS 7.0 on its graduate admission page. Its published 2026-27 MEng ECE fee is CAD 76,090.39 (INR 50.87 Lakhs). The TMU MEng in the same field lists CAD 31,206.15 (INR 20.86 Lakhs) and asks a GPA of 3.00/4.33. Pick on budget, program and score, not on rank alone.
Ques. Do universities in Toronto ask for GRE or GMAT?
Ans. The Schulich MBA at York requires GMAT or GRE. A case-by-case waiver exists for recent Schulich graduates. The U of T and TMU MEng ECE pages do not mention GRE. Confirm with the department before you skip the test. The U of T ECE office takes questions at grad.admissions.ece@utoronto.ca. TMU takes them at gradhelp@torontomu.ca.
Ques. How much money must I show for a Canada study permit?
Ans. IRCC asks single students to show CAD 23,448 (INR 15.68 Lakhs) a year for living costs. This applies to applications from 1 September 2026. Earlier applications used CAD 22,895 (INR 15.31 Lakhs). First-year tuition and return travel come on top. IRCC names a GIC only as an example of proof, so check your bank's current requirement.
Ques. Can I work while studying in Toronto?
Ans. IRCC allows up to 24 hours a week of off-campus work during term. Work is unlimited during scheduled breaks. Ontario minimum wage is CAD 17.95 (INR 1,200) an hour from 1 October 2026. Check your study permit conditions before you take a job.
Ques. Are graduate certificates in Toronto PGWP eligible?
Ans. Program pages list Seneca Data Analytics, Centennial Cybersecurity and George Brown Cyber Security as PGWP-eligible. Humber's Business Insights and Analytics page does not name the program as eligible. Certificate graduates need a program on IRCC's list of 1,107 eligible programs. Degree graduates skip this field-of-study check. Verify the CIP code before you pay a deposit.
Ques. Are there scholarships for Indian students in Toronto?
Ans. The Seymour Schulich MBA Entrance Scholarship pays CAD 31,890 (INR 21.32 Lakhs). International applicants are considered automatically. The Ontario Graduate Scholarship pays CAD 5,000 (INR 3.34 Lakhs) per term to master's and doctoral students. Seneca and Centennial offer entrance awards of up to CAD 5,000 (INR 3.34 Lakhs). The Pearson scholarship covers undergraduates only and needs school nomination.
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