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MSc Computer Science
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16 months
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Tuition & Fees

22.74 Lakh
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MSc Computer Science
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Fees

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Fees componentsAmount (for 1 year)
Tuition & feesINR 22,74,084
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Fees componentsAmount (for 1 year)
Hostel & MealsINR 10,75,205
InsuranceINR 49,261
Info IconCalculated at the exchange rate of 1 CAD = INR 65.16 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 26ᵗʰ December 2025

MSc Computer Science
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   How much is the application fee for the University of Toronto?
A: 

Toronto University application fee for graduate courses is CAD 125  (Exceptions applicable). This is a non-refundable and non-transferable fee. On the other hand, the application fee for undergraduate courses is CAD 180. Payment is made at the time of application online using a credit card (only a visa or MasterCard credit card is accepted). 

Q:   How hard is it to get into the University of Toronto?
A: 

The Uni of Toronto acceptance rate is 76.81%. And, it is a good acceptance rate and tells that it is not a very selective university. On the other hand,  acceptance rates for Engineering programs like Engineering Rotman Commerce and Computer Science are lower, standing at just 10 to 20% it a highly selective university to get into.

Q:   Do you need IELTS for University of Toronto?
A: 

Yes, to appear for the University of Toronto admissions. the students are required to submit an English proficiency test score such as IELTS or TOEFL. For IELTS, the students should have a minimum score of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0 in any strand. 

Results from IELTS (Academic) are considered for admissions at this university. 

Q:   Is there an interview round at the University of Toronto?
A: 

For many of the University of Toronto courses, international students are interviewed after they are shortlisted. An interview is very common for programs like Medicine, Graduate Studies (PhD), Master of Biotechnology and more. 

Other than these graduation courses, there might also be an interview for some UG courses as well. 

Q:   Which is harder to get into among University of McGill and University of Toronto?
A: 

Both Universities are very selective at granting admissions to students & only consider highly qualified individuals. The universities are neck & neck in terms of their acceptance rates, with the University of McGill acceptance rate standing at 48%, while that of University of Toronto is around 43%. It can be said that University of McGill is marginally easier to secure admisisons at as compared to University of Toronto.

Candidates interested in admissions at either institute must perform really well in past academics & university level exams & maintain a professional resume that stands out from the rest to have the best possible chance of securing a seat.

MSc Computer Science
 at 
U of T 
Application Process

Step one
Prepare documents for application
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SOP
  • A Personal Statement of no more than two single-spaced pages on which you write about your professional objectives
  • Why you want to conduct research, what fields of research you are interested in, and what skills you have.
  • Please list and briefly describe any original research that you may have conducted. Many of
  • The findings, their significance, your involvement in conducting this research, and your involvement with any resulting publication.
  • In case you already have research plans, you can outline them below.
  • Try to be specific, giving particular examples rather than general statements. You can list the names of the particular faculty members you are interested in working with.
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  • Names and email addresses of three referees

    • Three reference letters are required to complete your application. At least two letters should speak to your ability to conduct independent research at the graduate level. Referees with extensive research or academic experience are preferred. We strongly recommend that you contact your referees in advance in order to confirm their willingness to act as a reference for you, to confirm their institutional email addresses, and to tell them to expect an email from our system (it will include the words "University of Toronto" and your name in the subject line). Only Adobe PDF format will be accepted.

    • Your referees’ email addresses must be their official institutional address. For example, Gmail addresses are not acceptable.

CV
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) You will be asked to provide information regarding awards received, conferences or journal publications, and any relevant work experience. We recommend uploading a PDF copy of your CV detailing your educational, professional, and other experience. List all your conference and journal publications, with complete citations including all authors, the publication venue, date, page numbers, and whether it was peer-reviewed. Also list all conference talks you have given, including the name of the conference, and the length of the talk. Research-stream applicants will be asked to provide this content separately in the application portal. Please use the following formats:

    • Awards or recognitions:

      Year. Full name of award (common abbreviation, if any). Organization offering the award. Institutional / Local / National / International. Academic / Research / Leadership / Other. Full monetary value in Canadian dollars.

    • Peer-Reviewed Publications:

      Full authorship as it appears or will appear in the original publication, with your name marked with an asterisk (*). Year. Title. Full publication name (common abbreviation, if any). Volume and Number for journals. First and last page numbers, or total number of pages (indicate if institutional, regional, national, or international; for conferences, state whether the presentation was oral, poster, or both).

    • Other Research and Development Contributions:

      List other contributions to research and development. Begin with your most recent contributions and list each entry on a new line. Briefly describe your role in each contribution. Follow the same format as for peer-reviewed publications where possible. Use the following headings in the order indicated, omitting any headings for which yo

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Students also asked

Q:   Is the University of Toronto a good university?
A: 

University of Toronto is public research university and is Canada’s top university. U of T has been consistently ranked among top 20 universities in world by THE. QS Rankings 2024 ranked the university #21 in the world which is a significant improvement of 13 positions from last year’s #34. Meanwhile, THE Rankings 2023 ranked University #18 in the world. THE has been consistently ranking the university at #18 position in world for last four years.

Q:   What is the cost of living for Uni of Toronto?
A: 

The UToronto offers oncampus accommodation campus to Foreign students but students can choose to live off campus as well. Your living expenses in Canada will depend on various factors like lifestyle, type of accommodation you choose and your personal expenses. However off campus living may cost you up to CAD 15,000 or more.

Q:   Which University of Toronto campus is the best?
A: 

The Mississauga campus of the U of T is the oldest and main campus with 148 programs in 89 areas of study across its 15 academic departments. 

The St. George campus is home to seven colleges; Innis, New, St. Michael’s, Trinity, University, Victoria College and Woodsworth.

Meanwhile, the Scarborough campus of the U of T offers more than 250 programs and over 1,300 courses annually to its students.

Q:   What are the living costs at University of Toronto?
A: 

Given below are the living expenses that students at Toronto Uni can expect to pay: 

CategoryCost Per Month
Housing USD 1,100 - USD 2,700 
InternetUSD 60 - USD 115
FoodUSD 340 
Transportation USD 128.15 
BooksUSD 500/semester
Q:   Should I choose the University of Toronto, University of Waterloo or McMaster University?
A: 

The University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, and McMaster University are among the top universities in Canada for international studnets. They offers the best education at undergraduate and graduate programme levels for students. We have compared them in the table below in term of tuition fees andranking:

UniversitiesQS Ranking 2024First Year Tuition Fees
University of Toronto21INR 15 L to INR 75 L
University of Waterloo112INR 9 L to INR 44 L
McMaster University189INR 2 L to INR 59 L

As per the above data, McMaster offers programme at low cost as compared to other two. While, Toronto University ranks high in the world. Therefore, it depends on your choice where you want to apply.

University of Toronto
Students Ratings & Reviews

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 26% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
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Multi-dimensional
Friendly
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Internships3.5
Part time work3.3
Post study jobs4.3
Quality of faculty4.5
Student Life4.3
Value for money3.5
Public transportation4.5
Safety4.5
Indian Food4.3
Permanent Immigration3.6
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3.9
Good for exposure and growth.
Tips: I have had a mostly positive experience at university and it has taught me to become more self reliant and capable than before. The academic culture is more straightforward and optional reading isn't exactly optional. Scholarships can also be awarded as the academic year progresses. Part time jobs on campus are limited and very sought after so you'll be lucky to get one.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1800
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD 100650
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Though competitive in academics, there are many resources to help students along the way.
Tips: Quite the academically inclined college. Academics are rigorous, but the quality of education is also great! Resources are available to students to help throughout education such as health and counselling services, recreational services, women's equity centre, etc.
Likes (Public transportation): Free bus is very helpful. Many free resources are invested in by the student union. These resources, including free busing for students, health insurance, free counselling services, allow students to have the resources they need in order to do well.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): In Biology, an undergraduate degree is often insufficient in the job hunt. Post-grad jobs after a Biology undergraduate degree can be very competitive due to this. Due to the competitiveness, it can be overwhelming for students to try and find jobs after graduation.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1825
Prepping time for classes46 hours/Week
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BSc Hons in Bioinformatics - Batch of 2026
3.9
Good to learn and spend time on campus.
Tips: Great place to step out of your comfort zone and grow as a person. You will be exposed to all sorts of people from all over the world as well and you'll get the opportunity to experiment with your interests and ideas both within and outside the classrooms. The campus is huge and welcoming and you'll be occupied for most of the day. Ideal for STEM and business fields.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 2600
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD 99100
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My study abroad life has been good so far.
Tips: Life in Toronto is full of surprises and activity. There's never much of a dull moment here. Classes are well structured and formulated in a way that they cover all essential aspects of your chosen field and the business programs are particularly renowned. Professors are wise and empathetic. Keep essentials from India especially medicines, as the winters can really trigger sickness if you're not used to it. Most of my meals are cooked and most groceries are available as well. Good experiences.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1800
Prepping time for classes33 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD 101400
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Safe and inclusive campus.
Tips: I have experienced ups and downs being here and my course has managed to improve my analysis and strategic thinking. I am planning on applying for jobs after the completion of my undergrad but I am expecting a lot of competition as well. The city is safe and accepting to live in. Good alumni network.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1600
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD 98325
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MSc Computer Science
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Highlights

  • The MSc program is designed to deepen students' knowledge of computer science and to introduce them to conducting independent, original research in the field under the guidance of a faculty member
  • Students will study subjects such as Formal Methods of Program Design, Compilers and Interpreters, Computer Systems Modelling, Computer Networks, Introduction to Computational Complexity etc.
  • Students are required to complete 2.0 graduate full-course equivalents (FCEs) in computer science
  • All MSc students are assigned a supervisor or research group based on the research interests indicated in their application
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