University of Toronto Temerty Faculty of Medicine

- Toronto, Canada
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General Information

The Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto (U of T) is Canada’s highest-ranked medical school and a global leader in health research and education. Based in downtown Toronto's "Discovery District," it is affiliated with a vast network of world-class teaching hospitals and research institutes.


General Info

  • Established: 1843.

  • Location: St. George Campus (Medical Sciences Building), 1 King's College Circle, Toronto.

  • Degree Conferred: Doctor of Medicine (MD).

  • Duration: 4 Years (Postgraduate entry).

  • Language of Instruction: English.

  • Accreditation: Fully accredited by CACMS (Canada) and LCME (USA). U of T is consistently ranked among the top 15 medical schools globally.

Campus Facilities

  • Structure: The program is delivered across two main campuses:

    • St. George Campus (Downtown Toronto): The historic and central hub.

    • Mississauga Campus (UTM): Located at the University of Toronto Mississauga in partnership with Trillium Health Partners.

  • Curriculum: The "Foundations Curriculum" emphasizes case-based learning, early clinical exposure, and a focus on social accountability and leadership.

  • Discovery District: The St. George campus is located within walking distance of some of the most advanced research labs and hospitals in North America.

  • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

    U of T Medicine boasts one of the most prestigious clinical networks in the world, known as the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN):

    • University Health Network (UHN): Includes Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.

    • The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids): One of the world's leading pediatric research and care centers.

    • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre: A major trauma and cancer center.

    • St. Michael's Hospital (Unity Health Toronto): Known for its focus on urban health and inner-city medicine.

    • Mount Sinai Hospital: Renowned for women's and infants' health and surgical specialties.

    Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Tuition fees for the MD program are substantial, particularly for international students.

    • International Tuition Fee: Approx. $97,350 CAD per year (Total first-year fees including ancillaries: $101,131 CAD).

    • Domestic (Ontario Resident): Approx. $23,090 CAD per year.

    • Domestic (Non-Ontario): Approx. $27,510 CAD per year.

    • Incidental & Ancillary Fees: Approx. $3,000 CAD per year.

    • Insurance (UHIP): Mandatory for international students, approx. $756 CAD per year.

    City Details

    • Vibe: Canada’s largest city and financial hub. It is incredibly diverse, safe, and offers a world-class cultural and food scene.

    • Transport: Extensive subway and streetcar network (TTC). Students receive a discounted monthly pass.

    • Climate: Cold, snowy winters and hot, humid summers.

    • Safety: Very high for a major global city; however, the cost of living is the highest in Canada.

    Hostel & Mess

  • Graduate House: The primary on-campus residence for professional and graduate students at the St. George campus.

    • Cost: Approx. $1,100 – $1,500 CAD per month for suite-style living.

  • Schreiberwood (UTM): Townhouse-style community for medical students at the Mississauga campus.

  • Mess/Dining: Graduate and medical students typically self-cater. Most residences have full kitchens. On-campus cafeterias and the surrounding downtown core offer endless dining options.

    • Food Budget: Recommended budget of $500 – $700 CAD per month.

  • Off-Campus: Very common but expensive in Toronto.

    • Rent: Shared apartments near campus range from $1,200 – $1,800+ CAD per month.

  • Miscellaneous

  • Academic Requirements: Minimum 3 years of undergraduate study (15 FCEs).

    • Minimum GPA: 3.6/4.0 on the OMSAS scale (Competitive GPA is usually 3.85+).

  • Standardized Tests:

    • MCAT: Minimum score of 125 in each section (with an allowance of 124 in one section). MCAT is a threshold requirement, not a competitive ranking tool here.

  • Prerequisites: 2 Full-Course Equivalents (FCEs) in Life Sciences and 1 FCE in Social Sciences, Humanities, or Languages.

  • Non-Academic: Evaluation of the Autobiographical Sketch (ABS), brief personal essays, and references based on the CANMeds clusters (Professional, Communicator, etc.).

  • Interview: Shortlisted candidates attend the Modified Personal Interview (MPI), consisting of four brief independent interviews.

  • Quota Note: Starting in 2026, Ontario medical schools are required to allocate at least 95% of seats to Ontario residents.

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