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UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO MISSISSAUGA BRIDGING PATHWAY (UTMBP)

  • Demographics: Mature Student
  • Program Types: Academic Bridging, Transition Programs
  • School: University of Toronto Mississauga
  • Languages: English

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The U of T Mississauga Bridging Pathway (UTMBP) offers mature students (at least 20 years of age) the opportunity to be admitted to University undergraduate studies when they do not meet traditional admission requirements and have been away from formal education for some time.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

  • Fall/winter semesters; Fall intake only. Applications for studies beginning September 2024 will open February 2024.

Tuition & Other Costs

  • One course (0.5 credit) ~ $1,100
  • Two courses (1.0 credit)* ~ $2,200
  • Three courses (1.5 credits) ~ $2,800

Note: These amounts include both the tuition cost for the course(s) and the non-academic incidental fees, which include all the resources and services available to U of T students. For general questions around non-academic incidental fees, click here. Students should also budget approximately $150 for books and supplies for each course.

*To successfully complete the UTM Bridging Pathway, students are required to take a minimum of one course in the Fall term and one course in the Winter term, resulting in 2 courses (1.0 credits).

To apply, complete the UTM Bridging Pathway Application and a representative will be in contact with you soon to discuss next steps.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

To qualify for the UTM Bridging Pathway (UTMBP), you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be at least 20 years of age in the year the pathway begins
  • Be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Convention Refugee
  • Have been away from formal, full-time academic education for at least three years
  • Have not attempted degree-level academic work (or equivalent) at a post-secondary institution such as a university or polytechnic institute*
  • Have not completed more than two years of full-time studies in a College of Applied Arts and Technology (or equivalent), such as a three-year advanced diploma of an academic nature*
  • Meet current University of Toronto English Language Requirements
  • Include a personal statement as part of the application. The personal statement is a written piece of work about yourself and your academic and career goals. The purpose of the statement is to ensure that your application is being reviewed with your interests and intentions in mind.

* You may be eligible for other admission consideration options more appropriate for you if you have degree-level experience or equivalent (even if previous studies were unsuccessful). Please contact us directly to determine the best route for admissions.

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PRIMARY CONTACT

Pathways Team
t 905-828-5400
e pathways.utm@utoronto.ca
fax 905-569-4448

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ADDRESS

University of Toronto Mississauga
3359 Mississauga Road
Mississauga, ON L5L 1C6