International Students
International Students
At Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University), you'll get everything you need to succeed. Before you even arrive here, you’ll choose from more than 60 leading academic undergraduate programs and begin enjoying our top-ranked student support services.
Once you’re here, you’ll benefit from hands-on learning to get ready for your career. Gain work experience and build your professional network in Canada’s business capital. Develop your entrepreneurship in the world’s top university incubator network. And become a part of a warm, diverse and supportive community.
When you attend TMU, you’ll graduate with the knowledge, skills, connections and professional experience you need to build a successful future.
4 thousand plus
international undergraduate students from 140+ countries
Number 2
university in Canada for student services (Maclean’s 2025)
100 percent
undergraduate programs with experiential (hands-on) learning
Number 10
university in Canada for graduate employability (Times Higher Education 2025)
Get the full TMU experience
The innovative Canadian education you’ll get here is just part of the full TMU experience. From housing on campus to athletics and recreation, academic support to health and wellness, we’re ready to help you make every aspect of your experience rewarding.
Get financial support
Did you know that you could be eligible for a scholarship? Or that you could earn an annual salary of up to CAD $36K through our co-op program? Even cover some of your expenses by getting a job on campus? Discover the many ways to help cover the cost of investing in your education at TMU.
Get answers to your questions
Chat with an international student, attend an event or schedule a one-on-one meeting to ask us about anything from how to get your first co-op job in Canada to what it’s like to live in downtown Toronto. Not a student? We have plenty of resources for parents, supporters, education agents and international counsellors, too.
Start building your future
Complete this form to receive updates and information that matter to you. We’ll send you tips and tools to start planning your future at TMU and support you along your journey.
Notice of Collection
Toronto Metropolitan University collects and manages personal information under the authority of the (PDF file) University Act and in accordance with the Notice of Collection for recruitment and other related purposes.
News
- August 6, 2024How English as a second language students prepare to start their undergrad at TMUTMU’s English Language Institute challenges students to tackle world issues while improving their language skills
- January 19, 2024Cory Searcy appointed assistant vice-president, internationalRole will oversee strategies for the TMU Global and International Student Enrolment, Education and Inclusion departments under one umbrella
- December 14, 2023#TMUWrapped2023: Another year in reviewSee our highlights from a monumental year
- December 5, 2023Meet the President’s Entrance Scholarship recipientsGet to know some of this year’s winners of the prestigious scholarship awarded to first-year TMU students
- September 12, 2023Fourth-year international student shows the ropes to newcomers on campusKaylee Chu talks about adapting to Toronto weather, overcoming homesickness and more
- June 29, 2023Check out what these international students are planning this summerThe warm weather is in full swing and these students are looking to soak in all the city has to offer
- April 25, 2023Living the metropolitan life at TMUOne year after the university name change, international students share what it means to them