University of Toronto Schools

No. UTS offers needs-based bursaries to support students who have been offered admissions to UTS. Please visit our Tuition and Bursary page for information about applications and deadlines.

No. SSAT scores are no longer accepted. All applicants must write the UTS Entrance Test.

No. We welcome students from all types of schools and programs to apply. UTS offers enriched programming that is designed for students coming from gifted and non-gifted programs together, with course acceleration at every grade level. Students do not need reach ahead credits to apply to UTS.

Yes! If accepted, the child must live in the GTA with a parent or legal guardian by the time school begins. We invite you to contact us at admissions@utschools.ca so we can better understand your situation and how to best support your application to UTS.

Yes! We invite you to contact us at admissions@utschools.ca so we can better understand your child’s learning needs and tell you more about student support at UTS.

UTS does not endorse using prep companies in the business of preparing students for thesetests. To maintain fairness and accessibility for all families, we encourage all candidates to prepare on their own using the recommended free resources.

The English Entrance test differs from year to year. It is approximately 40 minutes in length and involves a page-long writing exercise on a given topic. It may be a creative task, or a reading response, or a combination. Students are assessed on their communication, organization, sentence structure, vocabulary, and conventions for the written piece. Students who wish to prepare can access the 2021UTS English Entrance Exam here.

The Math Test is a full-solution test that is based on Ontario Grade 5 and 6 curriculum. Though the timing and format may change from year to year, with no notice, the test is approximately 40 minutes, split into three sections of progressive difficulty. The test is approximately 15 questions that can be answered in any order. We do not expect students to answer every question in the allotted time. Students who wish to prepare for the test can access the 2021UTS Math Entrance Exam here. For further practice, free Grade 6 level sample tests from theMath Leaguewebsite are a good challenge, though may not match the topics in the Ontario Curriculum. Calculators are not used.

UTS does not endorse nor participate with any outside companies in the business of preparing students for the MMIs. We strongly discourage families from using such services as they jeopardize the candidates’ natural thought process and hinder their ability to respond authentically. Such courses teach students to respond with answers that may be deemed to be ideal or favorable. On the contrary however, students who respond with insincere and rehearsed answers are not able to articulate themselves freely and thus, do not perform well on the interviews.

UTS does not endorse nor participate with any outside companies in the business of preparing students for the UTS application process. UTS does not release test or interview materials, past or present, anywhere except for the UTS website, available to all. The entrance tests are intended to assess the applicant’s readiness for and potential to thrive in the UTS program. While the test should assess the knowledge and skills accumulated over years of schooling, we acknowledge the role that preparation plays in helping applicants to write with confidence on test day.

The Stage 2 UTS Interviews consist of a series of short, structured interview stations used to assess non-academic qualities including cultural sensitivity, maturity, teamwork, empathy, reliability and communication skills.Inspired by McMaster University’s Medical program, applicants rotate through five to six interview stations, responding to questions or scenarios. The process takes about an hour and the questions are designed to assess candidates’ ability to express themselves authentically and clearly while being able to share their own uniqueness and candidacy for UTS.The Group Task places five to sixapplicants together to work on a task. Applicants are not evaluated on the success of their task, but how they collaborate with each other.

The UTS Test is required of all applicants. It is written in-person in December.To register for the UTS Test you must have completed your application.You will receive email confirmation upon completing the UTS application.Applicants requiring medical, religious, or accessibility accommodations should notify the Office of Admissions at admissions@utschools.ca or 416-946-7088 at least 10 days before the test.Each test is designed using Ontario grade-level curriculum expectations (eg. The test for grade 7 applications will contain content from grade 6 and below.) The tests are revised annually and may change in content and format at any time.Click here for important UTS Test resources and practice materials

University of Toronto Schools strives to ensure the best match between student candidates and the school’s vision and mission.Admission decisions are based on the information gathered through the application process and an assessment of the student’s fit in relation to the school program and his or her cohort.UTS requires all relevant documentation and information that will help the school to understand comprehensively each candidate’s individual learning needs in relation to the school’s unique program and resources.UTS respects the confidential nature of applicant information through its practices of gathering, considering, and maintaining data.Applicants at each respective grade will complete a common process.UTS follows a clear set of timelines through the application and enrollment process. The school respects the needs of students and families through the application and enrollment process and is clear about the timeframe for acceptance of an enrollment offer.In discussing UTS and making comparisons with other schools, the Head of Admissions and Admissions Officer will apply a fair set of same standards of integrity, whether talking about their own school or making comparisons with other institutions.UTS requires all students to pay a deposit.All new students must pay an enrollment fee.UTS recognizes that currently-enrolled students may wish to consider other educational options and will strive to provide appropriate support in that process.Applicants must be legal residents of Canada (citizen or permanent resident) and live with a parent or legal guardian (documentation required if living with a legal guardian).UTS does not accept appeals for any admission decision.UTS is committed to providing services to our students that are free of barriers and biases, and strives to ensure that key principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are reflected and valued in our learning environment.Further, we are committed to giving students with disabilities the same opportunity of access to our services in the same location and in a similar way as these services are available to other students we serve.

UTS welcomes all eligible students to apply. Our applicants bring their unique abilities and talents and a shared love of learning. We recognize that our applicants showcase these abilities in different ways. The UTS application process has evolved and will continue to evolve to best capture the individuality of our applicants.On GenderWhile UTS was originally a boys school, an equal number of boys and girls were admitted starting in 1973. Since then, UTS has maintained a gender balanced incoming class of students. Recognizing the fluidity of gender, the office of admissions will work with families of non-binary and gender non-conforming students to ensure an equitable and inclusive application process.On DiversityUTS proudly maintains a merit-based application process, and we encourage a diverse pool of applicants through outreach and through the support of the UTS community. UTS Admissions does not seek to fill diversity quotas, instead we encourage applicants from equity-deserving groups to self-identify in the application process.On Learning NeedsIf there are individual circumstances that you would like the admissions committee to be aware of while considering your child’s application, please include this information in the Individual Circumstances Letter. This may include information about a child’s attendance record, non-participation in paid or unpaid co-curricular activities, duties and responsibilities the child takes on outside of school, family circumstances that have impacted the child’s education and opportunities, or any other information you would like to share.All application requirements and components are shared on the UTS Admissions website. These items, and only these items, will be considered in the application process.

Application FeesThe UTS Application Fee covers the cost of the application itself and the required UTS Test.Early bird applications (November 1, 2025): $250 CDN- reduced rateRegular applications: $300 CDNWaivers for the application fee are available to families needing financial assistance.The fee waiver request form is on the payment page of the Application Portal.Tuition and Enrollment FeesTuition and enrollment fee information for the 2026-27school year will be shared in January 2026.Tuition for the 2025-26school year: $37,500One-time enrollment fee for 2025-26new students: $9000Bursary SupportTuition support is available through our needs-based bursary program. Support from 5% to 100% of school fees is available. Families must apply through Apple Financial Services byJanuary 12, 2026.Learn more here

Applications will be open from mid September to December 1,2025.Applicants for grade 7 entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 6.Applicants for grade 9entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 8.Applicants for grade 10 entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 9.Applicants for grade 11 entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 10.Students are not admitted into grade 8 or grade 12.Stage 1 componentsReport cards from the previous three yearsInterests and Activities ListUTS Entrance Exam writtenonDecember 7, 2025.2 teacher references, submitted confidentially using the Teacher Reference Form in the UTS Application Portal. This is only for students applying to grades 9, 10 and 11.Additional documents (eg. Individual Education Plan, individual circumstances letteretc.) This is optional.Stage 2 components(for selected applicants only)Interviews and Group Taskat UTS (January 2026)Current grade progress report

No. UTS offers needs-based bursaries to support students who have been offered admissions to UTS. Please visit our Tuition and Bursary page for information about applications and deadlines.

No. SSAT scores are no longer accepted. All applicants must write the UTS Entrance Test.

No. We welcome students from all types of schools and programs to apply. UTS offers enriched programming that is designed for students coming from gifted and non-gifted programs together, with course acceleration at every grade level. Students do not need reach ahead credits to apply to UTS.

Yes! If accepted, the child must live in the GTA with a parent or legal guardian by the time school begins. We invite you to contact us at admissions@utschools.ca so we can better understand your situation and how to best support your application to UTS.

Yes! We invite you to contact us at admissions@utschools.ca so we can better understand your child’s learning needs and tell you more about student support at UTS.

UTS does not endorse using prep companies in the business of preparing students for thesetests. To maintain fairness and accessibility for all families, we encourage all candidates to prepare on their own using the recommended free resources.

The English Entrance test differs from year to year. It is approximately 40 minutes in length and involves a page-long writing exercise on a given topic. It may be a creative task, or a reading response, or a combination. Students are assessed on their communication, organization, sentence structure, vocabulary, and conventions for the written piece. Students who wish to prepare can access the 2021UTS English Entrance Exam here.

The Math Test is a full-solution test that is based on Ontario Grade 5 and 6 curriculum. Though the timing and format may change from year to year, with no notice, the test is approximately 40 minutes, split into three sections of progressive difficulty. The test is approximately 15 questions that can be answered in any order. We do not expect students to answer every question in the allotted time. Students who wish to prepare for the test can access the 2021UTS Math Entrance Exam here. For further practice, free Grade 6 level sample tests from theMath Leaguewebsite are a good challenge, though may not match the topics in the Ontario Curriculum. Calculators are not used.

UTS does not endorse nor participate with any outside companies in the business of preparing students for the MMIs. We strongly discourage families from using such services as they jeopardize the candidates’ natural thought process and hinder their ability to respond authentically. Such courses teach students to respond with answers that may be deemed to be ideal or favorable. On the contrary however, students who respond with insincere and rehearsed answers are not able to articulate themselves freely and thus, do not perform well on the interviews.

UTS does not endorse nor participate with any outside companies in the business of preparing students for the UTS application process. UTS does not release test or interview materials, past or present, anywhere except for the UTS website, available to all. The entrance tests are intended to assess the applicant’s readiness for and potential to thrive in the UTS program. While the test should assess the knowledge and skills accumulated over years of schooling, we acknowledge the role that preparation plays in helping applicants to write with confidence on test day.

The Stage 2 UTS Interviews consist of a series of short, structured interview stations used to assess non-academic qualities including cultural sensitivity, maturity, teamwork, empathy, reliability and communication skills.Inspired by McMaster University’s Medical program, applicants rotate through five to six interview stations, responding to questions or scenarios. The process takes about an hour and the questions are designed to assess candidates’ ability to express themselves authentically and clearly while being able to share their own uniqueness and candidacy for UTS.The Group Task places five to sixapplicants together to work on a task. Applicants are not evaluated on the success of their task, but how they collaborate with each other.

The UTS Test is required of all applicants. It is written in-person in December.To register for the UTS Test you must have completed your application.You will receive email confirmation upon completing the UTS application.Applicants requiring medical, religious, or accessibility accommodations should notify the Office of Admissions at admissions@utschools.ca or 416-946-7088 at least 10 days before the test.Each test is designed using Ontario grade-level curriculum expectations (eg. The test for grade 7 applications will contain content from grade 6 and below.) The tests are revised annually and may change in content and format at any time.Click here for important UTS Test resources and practice materials

University of Toronto Schools strives to ensure the best match between student candidates and the school’s vision and mission.Admission decisions are based on the information gathered through the application process and an assessment of the student’s fit in relation to the school program and his or her cohort.UTS requires all relevant documentation and information that will help the school to understand comprehensively each candidate’s individual learning needs in relation to the school’s unique program and resources.UTS respects the confidential nature of applicant information through its practices of gathering, considering, and maintaining data.Applicants at each respective grade will complete a common process.UTS follows a clear set of timelines through the application and enrollment process. The school respects the needs of students and families through the application and enrollment process and is clear about the timeframe for acceptance of an enrollment offer.In discussing UTS and making comparisons with other schools, the Head of Admissions and Admissions Officer will apply a fair set of same standards of integrity, whether talking about their own school or making comparisons with other institutions.UTS requires all students to pay a deposit.All new students must pay an enrollment fee.UTS recognizes that currently-enrolled students may wish to consider other educational options and will strive to provide appropriate support in that process.Applicants must be legal residents of Canada (citizen or permanent resident) and live with a parent or legal guardian (documentation required if living with a legal guardian).UTS does not accept appeals for any admission decision.UTS is committed to providing services to our students that are free of barriers and biases, and strives to ensure that key principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are reflected and valued in our learning environment.Further, we are committed to giving students with disabilities the same opportunity of access to our services in the same location and in a similar way as these services are available to other students we serve.

UTS welcomes all eligible students to apply. Our applicants bring their unique abilities and talents and a shared love of learning. We recognize that our applicants showcase these abilities in different ways. The UTS application process has evolved and will continue to evolve to best capture the individuality of our applicants.On GenderWhile UTS was originally a boys school, an equal number of boys and girls were admitted starting in 1973. Since then, UTS has maintained a gender balanced incoming class of students. Recognizing the fluidity of gender, the office of admissions will work with families of non-binary and gender non-conforming students to ensure an equitable and inclusive application process.On DiversityUTS proudly maintains a merit-based application process, and we encourage a diverse pool of applicants through outreach and through the support of the UTS community. UTS Admissions does not seek to fill diversity quotas, instead we encourage applicants from equity-deserving groups to self-identify in the application process.On Learning NeedsIf there are individual circumstances that you would like the admissions committee to be aware of while considering your child’s application, please include this information in the Individual Circumstances Letter. This may include information about a child’s attendance record, non-participation in paid or unpaid co-curricular activities, duties and responsibilities the child takes on outside of school, family circumstances that have impacted the child’s education and opportunities, or any other information you would like to share.All application requirements and components are shared on the UTS Admissions website. These items, and only these items, will be considered in the application process.

Application FeesThe UTS Application Fee covers the cost of the application itself and the required UTS Test.Early bird applications (November 1, 2025): $250 CDN- reduced rateRegular applications: $300 CDNWaivers for the application fee are available to families needing financial assistance.The fee waiver request form is on the payment page of the Application Portal.Tuition and Enrollment FeesTuition and enrollment fee information for the 2026-27school year will be shared in January 2026.Tuition for the 2025-26school year: $37,500One-time enrollment fee for 2025-26new students: $9000Bursary SupportTuition support is available through our needs-based bursary program. Support from 5% to 100% of school fees is available. Families must apply through Apple Financial Services byJanuary 12, 2026.Learn more here

Applications will be open from mid September to December 1,2025.Applicants for grade 7 entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 6.Applicants for grade 9entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 8.Applicants for grade 10 entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 9.Applicants for grade 11 entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 10.Students are not admitted into grade 8 or grade 12.Stage 1 componentsReport cards from the previous three yearsInterests and Activities ListUTS Entrance Exam writtenonDecember 7, 2025.2 teacher references, submitted confidentially using the Teacher Reference Form in the UTS Application Portal. This is only for students applying to grades 9, 10 and 11.Additional documents (eg. Individual Education Plan, individual circumstances letteretc.) This is optional.Stage 2 components(for selected applicants only)Interviews and Group Taskat UTS (January 2026)Current grade progress report

No. UTS offers needs-based bursaries to support students who have been offered admissions to UTS. Please visit our Tuition and Bursary page for information about applications and deadlines.

No. SSAT scores are no longer accepted. All applicants must write the UTS Entrance Test.

No. We welcome students from all types of schools and programs to apply. UTS offers enriched programming that is designed for students coming from gifted and non-gifted programs together, with course acceleration at every grade level. Students do not need reach ahead credits to apply to UTS.

Yes! If accepted, the child must live in the GTA with a parent or legal guardian by the time school begins. We invite you to contact us at admissions@utschools.ca so we can better understand your situation and how to best support your application to UTS.

Yes! We invite you to contact us at admissions@utschools.ca so we can better understand your child’s learning needs and tell you more about student support at UTS.

UTS does not endorse using prep companies in the business of preparing students for thesetests. To maintain fairness and accessibility for all families, we encourage all candidates to prepare on their own using the recommended free resources.

The English Entrance test differs from year to year. It is approximately 40 minutes in length and involves a page-long writing exercise on a given topic. It may be a creative task, or a reading response, or a combination. Students are assessed on their communication, organization, sentence structure, vocabulary, and conventions for the written piece. Students who wish to prepare can access the 2021UTS English Entrance Exam here.

The Math Test is a full-solution test that is based on Ontario Grade 5 and 6 curriculum. Though the timing and format may change from year to year, with no notice, the test is approximately 40 minutes, split into three sections of progressive difficulty. The test is approximately 15 questions that can be answered in any order. We do not expect students to answer every question in the allotted time. Students who wish to prepare for the test can access the 2021UTS Math Entrance Exam here. For further practice, free Grade 6 level sample tests from theMath Leaguewebsite are a good challenge, though may not match the topics in the Ontario Curriculum. Calculators are not used.

UTS does not endorse nor participate with any outside companies in the business of preparing students for the MMIs. We strongly discourage families from using such services as they jeopardize the candidates’ natural thought process and hinder their ability to respond authentically. Such courses teach students to respond with answers that may be deemed to be ideal or favorable. On the contrary however, students who respond with insincere and rehearsed answers are not able to articulate themselves freely and thus, do not perform well on the interviews.

UTS does not endorse nor participate with any outside companies in the business of preparing students for the UTS application process. UTS does not release test or interview materials, past or present, anywhere except for the UTS website, available to all. The entrance tests are intended to assess the applicant’s readiness for and potential to thrive in the UTS program. While the test should assess the knowledge and skills accumulated over years of schooling, we acknowledge the role that preparation plays in helping applicants to write with confidence on test day.

The Stage 2 UTS Interviews consist of a series of short, structured interview stations used to assess non-academic qualities including cultural sensitivity, maturity, teamwork, empathy, reliability and communication skills.Inspired by McMaster University’s Medical program, applicants rotate through five to six interview stations, responding to questions or scenarios. The process takes about an hour and the questions are designed to assess candidates’ ability to express themselves authentically and clearly while being able to share their own uniqueness and candidacy for UTS.The Group Task places five to sixapplicants together to work on a task. Applicants are not evaluated on the success of their task, but how they collaborate with each other.

The UTS Test is required of all applicants. It is written in-person in December.To register for the UTS Test you must have completed your application.You will receive email confirmation upon completing the UTS application.Applicants requiring medical, religious, or accessibility accommodations should notify the Office of Admissions at admissions@utschools.ca or 416-946-7088 at least 10 days before the test.Each test is designed using Ontario grade-level curriculum expectations (eg. The test for grade 7 applications will contain content from grade 6 and below.) The tests are revised annually and may change in content and format at any time.Click here for important UTS Test resources and practice materials

University of Toronto Schools strives to ensure the best match between student candidates and the school’s vision and mission.Admission decisions are based on the information gathered through the application process and an assessment of the student’s fit in relation to the school program and his or her cohort.UTS requires all relevant documentation and information that will help the school to understand comprehensively each candidate’s individual learning needs in relation to the school’s unique program and resources.UTS respects the confidential nature of applicant information through its practices of gathering, considering, and maintaining data.Applicants at each respective grade will complete a common process.UTS follows a clear set of timelines through the application and enrollment process. The school respects the needs of students and families through the application and enrollment process and is clear about the timeframe for acceptance of an enrollment offer.In discussing UTS and making comparisons with other schools, the Head of Admissions and Admissions Officer will apply a fair set of same standards of integrity, whether talking about their own school or making comparisons with other institutions.UTS requires all students to pay a deposit.All new students must pay an enrollment fee.UTS recognizes that currently-enrolled students may wish to consider other educational options and will strive to provide appropriate support in that process.Applicants must be legal residents of Canada (citizen or permanent resident) and live with a parent or legal guardian (documentation required if living with a legal guardian).UTS does not accept appeals for any admission decision.UTS is committed to providing services to our students that are free of barriers and biases, and strives to ensure that key principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are reflected and valued in our learning environment.Further, we are committed to giving students with disabilities the same opportunity of access to our services in the same location and in a similar way as these services are available to other students we serve.

UTS welcomes all eligible students to apply. Our applicants bring their unique abilities and talents and a shared love of learning. We recognize that our applicants showcase these abilities in different ways. The UTS application process has evolved and will continue to evolve to best capture the individuality of our applicants.On GenderWhile UTS was originally a boys school, an equal number of boys and girls were admitted starting in 1973. Since then, UTS has maintained a gender balanced incoming class of students. Recognizing the fluidity of gender, the office of admissions will work with families of non-binary and gender non-conforming students to ensure an equitable and inclusive application process.On DiversityUTS proudly maintains a merit-based application process, and we encourage a diverse pool of applicants through outreach and through the support of the UTS community. UTS Admissions does not seek to fill diversity quotas, instead we encourage applicants from equity-deserving groups to self-identify in the application process.On Learning NeedsIf there are individual circumstances that you would like the admissions committee to be aware of while considering your child’s application, please include this information in the Individual Circumstances Letter. This may include information about a child’s attendance record, non-participation in paid or unpaid co-curricular activities, duties and responsibilities the child takes on outside of school, family circumstances that have impacted the child’s education and opportunities, or any other information you would like to share.All application requirements and components are shared on the UTS Admissions website. These items, and only these items, will be considered in the application process.

Application FeesThe UTS Application Fee covers the cost of the application itself and the required UTS Test.Early bird applications (November 1, 2025): $250 CDN- reduced rateRegular applications: $300 CDNWaivers for the application fee are available to families needing financial assistance.The fee waiver request form is on the payment page of the Application Portal.Tuition and Enrollment FeesTuition and enrollment fee information for the 2026-27school year will be shared in January 2026.Tuition for the 2025-26school year: $37,500One-time enrollment fee for 2025-26new students: $9000Bursary SupportTuition support is available through our needs-based bursary program. Support from 5% to 100% of school fees is available. Families must apply through Apple Financial Services byJanuary 12, 2026.Learn more here

Applications will be open from mid September to December 1,2025.Applicants for grade 7 entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 6.Applicants for grade 9entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 8.Applicants for grade 10 entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 9.Applicants for grade 11 entry in the 2026-27school year must be in grade 10.Students are not admitted into grade 8 or grade 12.Stage 1 componentsReport cards from the previous three yearsInterests and Activities ListUTS Entrance Exam writtenonDecember 7, 2025.2 teacher references, submitted confidentially using the Teacher Reference Form in the UTS Application Portal. This is only for students applying to grades 9, 10 and 11.Additional documents (eg. Individual Education Plan, individual circumstances letteretc.) This is optional.Stage 2 components(for selected applicants only)Interviews and Group Taskat UTS (January 2026)Current grade progress report

No. UTS offers needs-based bursaries to support students who have been offered admissions to UTS. Please visit our Tuition and Bursary page for information about applications and deadlines.

No. SSAT scores are no longer accepted. All applicants must write the UTS Entrance Test.