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How to Apply

Ready to get started? Let us guide you through every step of applying to one of the English language pathway programs at Toronto Metropolitan University.

Note: The registration process for our short-term Immersive Language Program is different. Please contact us to learn more.

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Choose your program

Before you apply, select an undergraduate program (subject of major interest) that you would like to enter after successfully completing an English pathway program at the English Language Institute. Next, determine which English pathway program is best for you. Your English proficiency level determines which pathways are available to you.

Connect with us

We are ready to help! Please connect with us if you have any questions about the application process.

Apply for a Scholarship

Once you have applied, we encourage you to explore the scholarships and awards available to incoming international students. 

Thank you for your interest in TMU's International English Language Institute Merit Scholarship for September 2025.

The deadline to apply was May 1, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

International English Language Institute Merit Scholarship

The International English Language Institute Merit Scholarship is for international undergraduate students. The students must be starting an English language pathway program at Toronto Metropolitan University's English Language Institute (ELI) in the Fall 2025 term. It's for students who do well academically, volunteer, join clubs, and show leadership qualities.

Three (3) recipients | $500 each (total value, non-renewable)

Apply by May 1, 2025 through AwardSpring. (external link) 

Key points to remember:

  • Application deadline: May 1, 2025 (The deadline has been extended. It was previously April 15, 2025)
  • Must be an international student starting an English language pathway program in August 2025
  • Must have a final admission average of at least 85%, an A, or an equivalent
  • Must write a statement for submission (minimum 250 words, maximum 500 words) responding to the following prompt: "What do the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals mean to you and how could you contribute to achieving them?"
  • If a gap year was taken it must be no longer than one academic year

Accept your Offer 

Received an Offer of Admission? Reserve your spot in 3 steps, outlined on our Approved Students page.

Updates to study permit requirements for certain international students

The Government of Canada recently introduced new requirements for study permit applications. Please visit International Student Support - Study Permit (opens in new window)  for details.

  

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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.