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University of Toronto Rankings 2026

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University of Toronto Ranking
University of Toronto Course Ranking
University of Toronto Ranking by US News and World Report 2025
University of Toronto Financial Times Ranking 2025
University of Toronto Ranking by Quacquarelli Symonds 2026
University of Toronto Ranking by THE (Times Higher Education) Rankings 2026
University of Toronto ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025
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University of Toronto Ranking

University of Toronto is one of the famous universities among international students. There in Toronto, Canada, the university is aimed at offering quality education to a diverse student community coming from across the globe. This university is also known to be among the top ranked universities worldwide. Let’s look at some of the rankings this university holds.

According to Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025, University of Toronto is ranked globally at #18 and #1, among universities in Canada. Shiksha Popularity Ranking is a unique ranking system that uses the total of different rankings the university holds from leading publishers globally. This aggregate ranking allows Indian students to evaluate a university and make a guided decision.

Nationally, the University of Toronto ranking as per Shiksha Popularity Ranking has unchanged in the 2025. It was ranked by Shiksha Popularity Ranking at #1, whereas in 2024 this rank stood at #1.

Moving on to the next one, the university is ranked by QS at #29, globally in 2026. In 2025, this ranking stood at #25, showing dropped trend. The university is also ranked by The (Times Higher Education) University Ranking globally for 2025, its position remained unchanged to #21 from 2024.

Below table showcases three-year University of Toronto ranking trends:

Ranking Body	2023	2024	2025	2026
QS	Not Ranked	21	25	29
THE	18	21	21	21
US News	18	17	16	Not Ranked

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#16

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#21

ARWU Ranking

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Q: What is the #1 college in Canada?

Canada is a hub of some of the best educational institutions in the world, & is a popular destination for higher studies among Indian students.

The University of Toronto holds the tag of being the best higher educational institution in the country, as per rankings given by some major university/college ranking platforms.

Shiksha, as part of its Best Colleges in Canada Rankings 2025, also places UOT at the top of its rankings, with the University of British Columbia & McGill University rounding out the top 3.

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University of Toronto Course Ranking

University of Toronto offers an extensive selection of courses at both UG and graduate levels in a variety of specialisations. From this variety of courses, some are even ranked by multiple ranking bodies. Want to know which ones?

In 2025, its Engineering courses were ranked by Shiksha Popularity World Ranking at #21, showing a changed trend from its 2024 rank of #20.

Global ranking body Shiksha Popularity World Ranking also ranks its Business & Management Studies courses. It has ranked University of Toronto Business & Management Studies courses at #63 globally in 2025. Additionally, its Masters in Business Analytics Rankings programs offered are also quite popular in the country and globally as these are ranked at #16 by QS in 2025.

The Shiksha Popularity Rankings for some of the top courses at University of Toronto are given as follows:

Course Category	2023	2024	2025
Engineering	#22	#20	#21
Business & Management Studies	#57	#55	#63
Law	#15	#14	#14
Medicine & Health Sciences	#8	#8	#11
Science	#18	#17	#17

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University of Toronto Ranking by US News and World Report 2025

US News and World Report is a US American media company that releases a list of ranks of various global universities. It provides global, national, regional, and subject-based rankings. The US News & World Report considers several factors while providing rankings to the universities. Some crucial factors include graduation rates, peer assessment, first-year retention rates, student-faculty ratio, standardized tests, and more.

As per the US News and World Report 2025, the University of Toront

As per the US News and World Report 2025, the University of Toronto is ranked #16. The Toronto ranking has improved, where the ranking was #17 in 2024. As per the ranking, U of Toronto is among one of the top universities in the world. Among the Canadian Universities, Toronto Universities is ranked #1 in 2024.

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
Global Universities	18	17	16

Toronto Comparison with Other Universities: US News and World Report 2025

Toronto University is one of the most popular universities in the world. As per the US News and World Report 2025, the U of Toronto is ranked in #16.

In the comparison given below, Toronto ranks really well in the ranking.

The rankings of these universities are given below:

University Name	2024	2025
University of Toronto	17	16
McGill University	56	62
University of Melbourne	27	30
University of Sydney	29	29

The US News and World Report is one of the leading ranking bodies in the world. Since 2005 the body has been ranking the global universities based on various parameters. The Parameters include: Research Reputation, Publications, Total Citations, International Collaborations, and Scientific Excellence Indicators among others.

As per the ranking criteria of US News, the ranking body prioritizes peer assessment and graduation rates more than the rest factors. Students can check the table below for some important ranking criteria of US News along with the weightage they consider while determining rankings of the University of Toronto -

US News Ranking Criteria for the University of Toronto	Weightage
Average 6-year graduation rate	16%
The 6-year graduation rate of students who received a Pell Grant	5.5%
The 6-year graduation rate of students who did not receive a Pell Grant	5.5%
Average first-year student retention rate	5%
Over performance (+)/Underperformance(-)	10%
Median federal loan debt for grad borrowers	5%
College grads earning more than an HS grad	5%
Student-Faculty Ratio	3%
Faculty salaries rank	6%
Percent of faculty who are full-time	2%

Also check: US News Best College Rankings Methodology

University of Toronto Financial Times Ranking 2025

Financial Times is one of the leading newspapers that ranks the universities based on the MBA courses and the business schools. In the 2025 rankings The University of Toronto FT Rankings is #76 for the MBA. The ranking has dropped from #70 in 2024. It can be seen that these rankings have been dropping constantly since 2023. The UToronto Rankings Financial Times Rankings for GMBA is given below:

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
MBA	67	70	76

Toronto University vs Other Universities Financial Times Ranking 2025

MBA is one of the most sought courses worldwide. The universities that provide the best opportunities to students attract a maximum number of students.The U of T rankings have been dropping constantly. The FT rankings for the Stanford MBA dropped a lot from 2023 to 2024.

A brief comparison among the world universities for the GMBA courses as per the Financial Times is given below:

University Name	FT GMBA Ranking 2023	FT GMBA Ranking 2024	FT GMBA Ranking 2025
University of Toronto	67	70	76
McGill University	83	83	94
MIT	11	6	6
Stanford University	4	23	-

Financial Times considers many factors while determining the rankings of top universities.The important factors the Financial Times considers include weightage salary, salary increase, research ranks, value for money, aim achieved, alumni network, faculties with doctorates, and more.

As per the ranking criteria of Financial Times, the ranking body prioritizes weightage salary and salary increase more than the rest factors. A detailed weightage of the ranking criteria is given below -

FT Ranking Factors	Weightage
Weighted Salary	16%
Salary Increase	16%
Value for Money	5%
Career Progress	3%
Aims Achieved	4%
Alumni Network Rank	4%
Career services	3%
Employed at three months	2%
Sector Diversity Rank	3%
Female Faculty	3%
Female Students	3%
Women on Board	1%
International Faculty	3%
International Students	3%
International Board	1%
International Mobility	5%
International Course Experience	3%
Faculty with Doctorates	5%
Carbon Footprint Rank	4%
FT Research Rank	10%
ESG and net zero teaching rank	3%

Also Read: Financial Times Ranking Methodology

University of Toronto Ranking by Quacquarelli Symonds 2026

QS is one of the most followed ranking body around the world. It publishes University rankings for various global universities. The initial ranking by QS was published in 2004 in collaboration with Times Higher Education world ranking. Since 2009, QS is publishing its own rankings.

As per the QS Rankings, UToronto has been ranked #26 in 2026. The ranking has decreased from #25 in 2025. The subject ranking for 2025 are not released by the QS. As per the 2025 rankings, Toronto University is among the top 50 ranked courses for Accounting and Finance, Global MBA, Engineering and Technology, Mathematics and Engineering. Students can check the table below for Toronto QS Rankings over the years under various categories:

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
World University	21	25	29
Accounting and Finance	15	17	– / –
Architecture and Built Environment	39	51	– / –
Art and Design	101	51	– / –
Biological Sciences	22	22	– / –
Communication and Media Studies	21	29	– / –
Engineering and Technology	17	17	– / –
Global MBA	40	39	55
Law and Legal Studies	17	16	– / –
Masters in Business Analytics	12	16	17
Mathematics	19	16	– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering	32	38	– / –
Medicine	14	14	– / –
Nursing	5	4	– / –
Performing Arts	46	50	– / –
Pharmacy and Pharmacology	11	13	– / –
Physics and Astronomy	30	31	– / –
Politics	26	34	– / –
Sociology	18	14	– / –

Toronto University Comparison with Other Universities: Quacquarelli Symonds

The below Quacquarelli Symonds rankings of top universities suggest that there is a slight improvement in the rankings of Toronto, McGill, Stanford and MIT. MIT and Stanford are the top universities while Toronto and McGill also rank among the top 30 global Universities.

Students can check the table below for a comparison of Quacquarelli Symonds world university rankings among top universities:

University Name	Quacquarelli Symonds WUR 2024	Quacquarelli Symonds WUR 2025	Quacquarelli Symonds WUR 2026
University of Toronto	21	25	29
McGill University	30	29	27
University of Melbourne	14	13	19
University of Sydney	19	18	25

QS University is one of the top popular ranking body and has a reputation for being transparent. QS uses an extensive methodology that includes Research and Discovery, Employability and Outcomes, Global Engagement, Learning Experience, and Sustainability.

Detailed ranking criteria for the University of Toronto Quacquarelli Symonds Ranking is given below -

Quacquarelli Symonds Ranking Criteria for the University of Toronto	Weightage
Academic Reputation	30%
Citations per faculty	20%
Employer Reputation	15%
Employment Outcomes	5%
International Faculty Ratio	5%
International Research Network	5%
International Student Diversity	0%
International Student Ratio	5%
Faculty Student Ratio	10%
Sustainability	5%

Also, Read QS World University Ranking Methodology

University of Toronto Ranking by THE (Times Higher Education) Rankings 2026

Time Higher Education is one of the leading magazines that published university rankings for global universities based on various parameters. Since 2004, THE has been publishing university Rankings.

As per the latest global rankings in 2026, Toronto is ranked #21 by Times Higher Education World Universities Rankings. The Ranking for university has remained constant at #18 since 2024. The subject ranking for 2025 is not released by THE. As per 2025 rankings, Toronto is ranked among the best 30 global courses such as Arts and Humanities, Clinical and Health, Engineering, and Psychology. A detailed subject ranking for Toronto by THE is given below:

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
University	21	21	21
Arts and Humanities	13	16	– / –
Clinical and Health	9	9	– / –
Engineering	26	23	– / –
Law	21	22	– / –
Life Sciences	27	26	– / –
PG Business and Economics	24	24	– / –
PG Computer Science	25	23	– / –
Psychology	10	11	– / –

University of Toronto vs Other Universities: Times Higher Education Rankings Comparison

The University of Toronto is known to be one of the most popular universities in the world. In comparison to other similar universities, Toronto does fairly well.

The table below shows the rank of various global universities. As per the THE Rankings, Stanford is the best global university. Students can check the THE rankings of universities below:

University Name	2024	2025	2026
University of Toronto	21	21	21
McGill University	49	45	49
MIT	3	22	2
Stanford University	2	6	5

Times Higher Education is one of the leading ranking body to rank global universities on various parameters. THE ranks universities based on Teaching, Research Environment, Research Quality, Industry Standards, and International Outlook. A detailed weightage used by the THE is given below:

Times Higher Education Ranking Criteria for the University of Toronto	Weightage
Teaching reputation	15%
Student staff ratio	4.5%
Doctorate bachelor ratio	2%
Doctorate staff ratio	5.5%
Institutional income	2.5%
Research reputation	18%
Research income	5.5%
Research productivity	5.5%
Citation impact	15%
Research strength	5%
Research excellence	5%
Research influence	5%
Industry income	2%
Patents	2%
International students	2.5%
International staff	2.5%
International co-authorship	2.5%

University of Toronto ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025

Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) also known as Shanghai Ranking is one of the leading ranking bodies in the world. Based in China, ARWU ranks various Chinese universities along with major global universities.

As per the University of Toronto ARWU rankings, it is ranked #25 and is among the top-ranking universities globally. The ranking for Toronto University has dropped a few points from #26 in 2024. The detailed Toronto ARWU ranking is given in the table below:

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
Universities	24	26	25
Law	31	25	22
Mathematics	19	13	20
Nursing	22	32	30
Physics	51	76	27
Political Sciences	41	18	14
Sociology	6	2	17

University of Toronto vs Other Universities: ARWU Rankings 2025

In a brief comparison among the ranks of the University of Toronto, and other similar universities, Toronto does stand fairly well, but not better than MIT and Stanford University. Look at the brief comparison of the universities is given in the table -

University Name	ARWU University Ranking 2023	ARWU University Ranking 2024	ARWU University Ranking 2025
University of Toronto	24	26	25
McGill University	70	74	76
MIT	3	3	3
Stanford University	2	2	2

ARWU is one of the leading ranking bodies to rank global universities. Based in Shanghai, the body focuses on ranking Chinese Universities along with top global universities. The ARWU considers factors such as quality of education, quality of faculty, research output and per capita performance. A detailed weightage used by the ARWU is given below:

University of Toronto ARWU Ranking Criteria	Weightage
Nobel Prizes and Field Medals won by Alumni	10%
Nobel Prizes and Field Medals won by Staff	20%
Highly Cited Researchers	20%
Papers published in Nature and Science	20%
Papers indexed in Science Citation Index-Expanded and Social Science Citation Index	20%
Per capita academic performance of an Institution	10%

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Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology and Health Care Research - Batch of 2027

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

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025Read more

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BSc Hons in Molecular Biology - Batch of 2028

3.6

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

Expected Annual SalaryCAD

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025Read more

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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

Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025Read more

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Bachelors of Business Administration - Batch of 2027

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

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025Read more

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BBA in Management and Accounting/Master of Accounting and Finance - Batch of 2027

3.7

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

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025Read more

Anonymous

BA Hons in Cognitive Science - Batch of 2027

3.7

Good student life in Toronto.

Tips: Studying here in Toronto has been an interesting experience and challenging in some ways also. Research is good and you can get access to a lot of academic essentials such as journals, labs and mentors who are deeply involved. Good work is appreciated and will help you stand out. Pretty diverse with plenty of Indians around so it feels familiar.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1425

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 99875

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025Read more

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What is the last date for applying to University of Toronto Nursing courses?

Answered a week ago

Admission deadlines for domestic and international students remain consistent every year. The last date for applying to PG Nursing courses is Apr 30, 2026. For first year 2026 applications to the Nursing school's UG program, the last date is Jan 15, 2026.

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Which clubs and societies are available at University of Toronto for Nursing students?

Answered a week ago

University of Toronto believes that along with academics, students must engage in extracurricular activities for which there are various clubs and societies available for Nursing students. Some societies and clubs available are-

Nursing Undergraduate Society

Graduate Nurses' Student Society

Pre-Nurs

Kanishka Gambhir

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Where do most University of Toronto Nursing students live?

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Most Nursing students live in St. George campus as primary location of Faculty of Nursing is available at this campus. Various on-campus accommodation halls available for Nursing students too are-

CampusOne

Chestnut Residence

Innis College

Knox Residence

Loretto College

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Which is the #1 Nursing School in Canada?

Answered a week ago

University of Toronto is ranked by Shiksha Popularity Ranking as #1 Nursing school in Canada. U of T as it is often called attains a global rank #4 as part of the latest QS Nursing rankings, placing it amongst the best universities in the world.

Kanishka Gambhir

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How do I get into Bloomberg Nursing at University of Toronto?

Answered a week ago

Students who want to study Nursing from University of Toronto must follow process mentioned below to get into Nursing school-

Complete online application form
Pay application fee
Upload important documents such as educational transcripts, SOP, proof of passport, etc.
Submit application
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