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Tuition and fees

The cost of attending Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) varies by Canadian citizenship or residency, Ontario residency, by program and whether you live in residence. For full-time undergraduate programs during the 2023-2024 academic year:

  • Ontario residents who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents can expect fees from $7,176 to $11,267
  • Canadian citizens or permanent residents who live outside of Ontario at the time of their admission can expect fees from $7,996 to $12,649
  • International student fees range from $33,423 to $38,584

Students are encouraged to look at their chosen program's specific fee for guidance. Fees are due and payable by the start of classes and various payment methods are available.

Faculty fee ranges for full-time undergraduate programs

Canadian citizens and permanent residents (2023-2024)

Faculty Ontario students fee range Out-of-province students fee range
Arts $7,179 - $7,204 $8,008 - $8,701
Community Services $7,280 - $7,753 $7,996 - $8,661
Engineering and Architectural Science
$10,666 - $11,267 $11,961 - $12,649
Science $7,176 - $9,689 $8,005 - $10,849
Ted Rogers School of Management
$10,239 - $10,295 $10,967 - $11,023
The Creative School
$7,232 - $7,738 $8,060 - $8,582

International students (2023-2024)

Faculty
Fee range
Arts $33,435 - $33,460
Community Services $33,423 - $34,665
Engineering and Architectural Science $38,340 - $38,584
Science $33,432 - $33,492
Ted Rogers School of Management
$38,432 - $38,488
The Creative School $33,462 - $33,881

See tuition and fees by program for a complete breakdown of all fees for graduate and undergraduate programs. Please note that this information is updated each July for the academic year starting in September.

Returning students use MyServiceHub (opens in new window)  to view Total Due Charges and Account Summary.

Common University Data Ontario (external link, opens in new window)  provides a significant amount of information regarding student expenses, and a vast array of other interesting university information. Residence information and fees can be found at Student Housing Services.

English language pathway program fees

For full fees details and important English Language Institute start dates, please visit the English language pathway programs page.

Program name
Program cost

ESL Foundation Program

The cost of the ESL Foundation Program ranges from $16,900 - $32,900 CDN (Fall 2024) for all students (international and domestic). The cost includes one to two semesters of full-time study and up to three university-level degree credit courses. ESL instruction classes, ESL textbooks, course materials, ancillary fees and health insurance are included; textbooks and course materials for the degree-credit courses, accommodations and meal plans are not included.

Pre-English Boost +  English Boost Program

The cost of the Pre-English Boost + English Boost program is $14,954 CDN (Fall 2024) for all students (international and domestic). The cost includes one semester of full-time study. ESL instruction classes, ESL textbooks,course materials, ancillary fees and Emergency healthcare coverage through  (PDF file) guard.me Canada and Mental Wellness Student Support Program through keep.meSAFE are included.

English Boost

The cost of the English Boost program is $9,895 CDN (Fall 2024) for all students (international and domestic). The cost includes eight weeks of full-time study. ESL instruction classes, ESL textbooks, course materials,  ancillary fees and Emergency healthcare coverage through  (PDF file) guard.me Canada and Mental Wellness Student Support Program through keep.meSAFE are included.

Costs to expect

  • Visit fees for details about the cost of attending TMU (fees vary by program/faculty and whether you live in residence)
  • Visit Student Financial Assistance for guidance, information, tools and services to help you meet your financial needs during your time at TMU
Expense Fee
Tuition fees Ontario student fees: $7,176 to $11,267

Out-of-province student fees: $7,996 to $12,649

International student fees: $33,423 to $38,584
Accommodation On campus: From $8,000 to $14,000+ for an eight month period plus meal plan

Off campus:
$12,000 - $24,000 for 12 months' rent (or $1,000 to $2,000 per month) depending on shared or single accommodations
Transportation $128 for a Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) monthly public transit pass
Books and supplies $1,400 - $9,400 depending on program of study
Food
From $4,865 to $6,606 (five- and seven-day unlimited access meal plan options) depending on living arrangements
Personal expenses $3,200 - $5,600 (approximately $400 to $700 per month)

Graduate students

Visit the graduate tuition and fees and graduate admissions pages for more information.