The Toronto Metropolitan Institution (also known as TMU or Toronto Met and officially incorporated as and formerly functioning as Ryerson University) is a public research university founded in the city of Toronto in the province of Ontario in Canada. The primary campus of the university can be located within the Garden District.
However, the institution also maintains sites in other parts of Toronto. The university comprises seven academic divisions or faculties, including the Faculty of Arts, the Faculty of Community Services, the Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science, the Faculty of Science, The Creative School, the Lincoln Alexander School of Law, and the Ted Rogers School of Management.
Each of these faculties focuses on a specific academic discipline. Most of these faculties are further subdivided into various departments and schools for students to choose from. The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education is the university's department for offering continuing education services.
The Ryerson Institute of Technology was created in 1948 and named after Egerton Ryerson, a key contributor to the establishment of the public education system in Canada. The name of the institution was chosen in honor of Egerton Ryerson.
After his passing, his ideas were considered during the establishment of a system of residential schools for indigenous children in Canada. In 1964, the institution was renamed Ryerson Polytechnical Institute after it was reformed in accordance with provincial legislation and given a new name.
During that time period (the 1970s), the establishment was given the authority to confer a restricted number of degrees under such titles. In 1993, the educational establishment transformed into a full-fledged university and was rechristened at Ryerson Polytechnic University.
The university officially changed its name to Ryerson University in the year 2002, which was several years after the establishment of the university's school of graduate studies.
The university announced that it would change its name in 2021 due to the realization of Egerton Ryerson's involvement in the residential school system and the present acknowledgment of the harmful consequences that the residential school system has had on indigenous cultures.
In 2022, it was announced that the school would henceforth be known as Toronto Metropolitan University; however, before the announcement, some students continued to refer to the institution by its previous name, X University.
There are roughly 44,400 undergraduate students and 2,950 graduate students enrolled at the university during the 2019–20 academic year. The university is an institution that welcomes students of both genders. As of the year 2017, TMU had close to 170,000 graduates.
The TMU Bold represent the university in the Ontario Institution Athletics conference of U Sports, where they compete as part of the varsity athletics program run by the university's athletics department.
University Ranking
Ryerson University is one of Canada's finest public institutions. The QS World University Rankings for 2022 are placed 801-1000.
University highlights
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University Type |
Public |
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Established Year |
1948 |
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No of International Students |
45,000+ |
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Number of Courses |
228 |
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Tuition Fees for International Students Yearly |
18000-39000 CAD |
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Intakes |
September, January, and May. |
Main intakes
The main intakes are in September, January, and May.
Scholarship
President’s Entrance Scholarships:
- No of recipients: 12
- Value: CAD 40,000, with an annual renewable limit of CAD 10,000
International Secondary School Merit Scholarship:
- No of recipients: 7
- Value: Each receives CAD 5,000 as an entrance scholarship (non-renewable)
Geoff Boyes International Entrance Award:
- No of recipients: 2
- Value: Each receives CAD 2,500
Geoff Boyes International Student Leadership Award:
- No of recipients: 2
- Value: Each receives CAD 2,000
Salad King Awards:
- No of recipients: 1
- Value: CAD 1,000
Scotiabank International Scholarships:
- No of recipients: 12
- Value: Each receives CAD 1,500-1,800
The Western Union Award for International Students:
- No of recipients: 1
- Value: CAD 1,000
Application Process/ documents needed for admission
Academic Documents (For Bachelor)
- SLC Mark sheet
- School Leaving Certificate
- SLC Character Certificate
- Transcript of 12th-grade
- Individual Mark sheet of 12th-grade
- Character Certificate of 12th-grade
- Provisional Certificate of 12th-grade
- Migration Certificate of 12th-grade
Academic Documents (For Masters)
- Transcript of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- Individual Mark sheets of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- Character Certificate of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- Provisional Certificate of Bachelor’s Degree and 12th grade
- Migration Certificate of Bachelor’s Degree and 12th grade
- IELTS/TOEFL/PTE scores
- Passport
- Experience letter
- Statement of Purpose
- 2-3 LORs
- GRE/GMAT Scores
- Application Fees
- Proof of Scholarships - If any
- Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
- College Recommendation (if a current student)
Language Requirement
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Test |
Minimum Score requirement(Engineering and Science) |
Minimum Score requirement(Computer Science and Architectural Science) |
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TOFEL Requirements |
83-87 |
92-93 |
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IELTS Requirements |
6.5 |
6.5 |
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PTE |
60 |
60 |
FAQ
Q. Can I work as a student in Canada?
Yes, international students in Canada are permitted to work part-time (up to 20 hours a week) throughout the school year.
Q. Does Ryerson University offer financial aid to International Students?
Yes, Ryerson University offers scholarships to international students. You can find details about scholarships in our scholarship section.
Q. What are the different intakes at Ryerson University?
Generally, September, January, and May are the time when intakes occur.
Q. Do I have to meet language requirements?
Yes, the applicant must satisfy the language criteria mentioned above in the language requirements section.
Q. Where is Ryerson University located?
Ryerson University is situated in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Q. What should I do following the application submission?
You may start planning for what you'll do if accepted as soon as you've submitted your application! Examining Toronto, Ontario, Canada residences and housing alternatives, financial aid programs, and student services at this time is highly recommended.
Q. Which are the other top Universities in Canada?
University of Toronto, McGill University, and the University of British Columbia are the top 3 universities in Canada.
Q. Can the university guarantee me a job after I graduate?
Unfortunately, no university can guarantee you a job. Still, Ryerson University helps you find a hands-on internship at related enterprises, network with industry professionals, and provide continuous placement service to provide you with the best opportunities for rewarding careers in the industry.