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Rotman Commerce is seeking to admit outstanding students that have demonstrated academic excellence, have an understanding of leadership and community, and a passion for the world of business. In order for us to better evaluate for these qualities, all applicants to our program are required to complete the Rotman Commerce Supplemental Application. The application includes short written and video responses which give us the opportunity to get to know you better. It will be considered alongside your academic record when evaluating you for admission to the program.

Application Deadlines

Applications for September 2024 will open in the fall of 2023. Detailed application dates will be updated here as they become available. Applicants are recommended to complete their application by November 7, 2023 . The final application deadline for all applicants is January 15, 2024. All prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.

Rotman Commerce Supplemental Application Deadlines

We encourage all applicants to submit their RC Supplemental Application and any required documents well in advance of the published deadlines. The deadline for early consideration for  all applicants is December 15, 2023. The final deadline to complete the supplemental application for all applicants is February 1, 2024 (11:59 PM EST).

How It Works

There is a $50 Supplemental Application fee, paid with the submission of your OUAC application. Shortly after submitting your OUAC application, you will receive an email acknowledgment from U of T that will include your JOINid/UTORid, your University of Toronto Applicant Number, and information about the next steps in the application process.

Once you have access to the Join U of T portal, you can view the status of your application(s) and see a list of any required documents, including the Rotman Commerce Supplemental Application. Detailed instructions about the format of the Supplemental Application will be available to applicants through the Join U of T portal. Applicants will have access to unlimited practice sessions.

Note: Your information will be collected and held for the University by Kira Talent, a company that provides an online platform for video interviews and essays. Kira Talent uses cloud-based technology to store data. Before you begin your application, please ensure that you have read the Kira Talent Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions or concerns about completing this phase of your application, contact Rotman Commerce at  rotmancommerce.utoronto.ca/inbox .

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There are two applications you can use to apply to the University of Toronto. The applications themselves are straight-forward and you won’t need to submit any transcripts, documents, profiles or essays right away. If you are planning on only applying to U of T, you live outside of Canada AND you’re not studying (and have not previously studied) in Canada, then you can apply using our International Student Application. Otherwise, you can apply using the OUAC 105 Application.

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The application process begins in the fall of the year before you intend to begin your studies.

We encourage you to submit your application will in advance of the posted deadlines. Recommended application deadline for early consideration is November 7, 2019. Approximately one week after we receive your application, we will send you an email with your JOINid, applicant number, and more information about the next steps in the application process.

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One Idea Supplementary Application

All applicants MUST submit the One Idea supplementary application in addition to their official application to the University of Toronto in order to be considered for admission. Those who do not submit the supplementary application by February 1 will be automatically refused admission . For more information on the application process and requirements, see Applying to Undergraduate Studies at Daniels. There is a $45 supplementary application fee collected at the time of application; this fee is non-refundable.

Approximately one week after we receive your application the University will send you an email acknowledgement including your JOINid, your University of Toronto applicant number, and full information about the next steps in the application process. Your JOINid will provide you with access to submit your One Idea supplementary application.

You will have only one opportunity to submit your One Idea supplementary application. Once you have reviewed and submitted your supplementary application, your submission is final.

The use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT and other AI applications, is prohibited when creating content for any University of Toronto undergraduate application.   Students and applicants found to have used generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT)  to create content that is presented as their own will be disqualified from eligibility for admission. This prohibited use of generative AI for content creation will be considered an academic offence. For information on academic integrity at the University of Toronto, visit academicintegrity.utoronto.ca .

One Idea Deadline

Recommended early deadline for one idea: december 15, 2023  (11:59pm, eastern standard time), final deadline for one idea:  february 1, 2024  (11:59pm, eastern standard time), one idea requirements.

Applicants are encouraged to begin preparing their supplementary application ahead of time.

Written Response

Required:  Architectural Studies and Visual Studies Applicants

Read the One Idea questions carefully. Choose  one  of the four questions to answer. Prepare a written response (between 250 and 650 words). 

We are interested in how you will pursue your intellectual interests and apply your personal experience, background, and future goals within our programs. This is the opportunity for us to hear your voice, and to help us envision what you will bring to the Daniels Faculty. In fact we are not looking for one idea, but many.

The Questions  (Choose  only one  to answer): 1. Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, please tell us how this influences your work. 2. Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more? 3. Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you? 4. The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to shaping our outlook on future challenges. How will you use your previous experiences to creatively reorient your approach to new problems?

Creative Ideas / Images

Optional:  architectural studies applicants required:  visual studies applicants.

Select four to six of your own images to include in your submission.

This means single images - if one work is an integrated diptych or triptych, then that counts as one image and should remain whole - but do not include a sheet of thumbnail images.

For each item submitted, you will be required to provide information on the title, medium used, the original size of the artwork, date of completion, and please specify if the work was done as a school assignment or not.

Please submit images that are entirely your own creative work.

Other than what is required in the point above, do not add any extra or additional writing on the documentation of the visual images (i.e. no explanations, etc.).

Limit one image file per upload. Limit one video (max 1 minute in length, 100megabites) per applicant.

If you are submitting sound work please include it within a video file.

This is your opportunity to share some images of your own creative work in a limited capacity. Think critically about the images that best represent who you are and who you want to be as an artist.

Architectural Studies Applicant Note : Why is there no portfolio? We believe that students, especially at the undergraduate level, do not necessarily need to already have an aptitude in art or design to become successful architects, landscape architects, or urbanists. At the same time, some students have a background, interest, or talent in a visual medium that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. Therefore, we do provide a platform for sharing this with us, but it is still not a portfolio requirement in the traditional sense.

Steps for Submitting the One Idea

Approximately one week after we receive your application the University will send you an email acknowledgement including your JOINid/UTORid, your University of Toronto applicant number, and full information about the next steps in the application process. Your JOINid/UTORid will provide you with access to your Join U of T portal where you will be able to submit the One Idea. 

• Once you have logged in, proceed to your Status Check page.
• Follow the link on your Status Check page – “Daniels One Idea Application” – to start an One Idea Application.
• Click on “Start New Application” on the bottom of the page to begin. A pop up box will appear, prompting you to create a new One Idea Application.
• After clicking on “Create Application”, an “Open Application” button will automatically appear, clicking on it will take you to the application.
• You will then be prompted to provide your Written Response in Part 1.
• Once complete, you will proceed to Part II – Creative Ideas. This is optional for Architectural Studies and required for Visual Studies. You should drag and drop media files into the area to upload them. Files will appear in the “My Portfolio” tab once upload is completed. You will be able to edit the title, year of completion, size, medium used, and a description for each uploaded image.
• Following completion of Part II you will proceed to the “Confirm and Submit” stage.
• Submit the final submission no later than February 1.

Note : You can also save your application and return to complete or submit it at a later time. However once submitted, no alterations to your submission can be made. Please ensure that you return to your application to confirm and submit no later than 11:59 pm (EST) on February 1.

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OUAC Admission Code: TAD (Computer Science)

Supplementary Application Form Required: Yes

Admission Category Prerequisites: English and Calculus

Approximate Admission Range: Low 90s

Supplemental Application for Computer Science Admission Category

The supplemental application will be found in applicants' JOIN U of T account after they have applied through the OUAC.

• It comprises four short-answer questions
• Applicants will be asked to reflect on personal experiences and qualities
• The questions are not specific to computer science
• It is not timed

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and submit all requested documents, including the supplemental application, as early as possible. See the recommended early application deadline here .

Offers of admission to the Computer Science admission category at the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus are not eligible for deferral.

Alternate Admission Category Form

Applicants applying to the Computer Science admission category in the Faculty of Arts & Science have the option of selecting an alternate admission category for consideration on the JOIN U of T portal after completing their OUAC application.

Selecting an alternate category does not affect students' eligibility to their first choice of admission category. You can select from the four other admission categories at Arts & Science: Mathematical & Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities. Computer Science and Rotman Commerce are not available as alternate choices. If you are admitted to an alternate admission category, you may be waitlisted for your first choice and reconsidered at a later time, space permitting.

Please note that selecting an alternate admission category does not guarantee admission. To be considered for your alternate choice, you must meet eligibility requirements and the minimum overall average, including in any prerequisite courses.

Transfer students

Students with previous post-secondary (at the University of Toronto or another post-secondary institution) are not eligible to apply directly into the Computer Science admission category or program of study.

More information on pursuing a program of study in Computer Science as a transfer student can be found on our Transfer Student Admission webpage .

Exceptions to the above include:

• Dual-enrolment secondary school students who are completing post-secondary courses at part of their secondary school diploma. The secondary school official transcript must list all the dual enrolment courses explicitly. Additional information or documentation may be requested to confirm the nature of the program. Students admitted into the Computer Science admission category or program of study are not eligible for transfer credits for dual-enrolment courses.
• Students who completed programs or certificates not eligible for transfer credit such as religious studies, and technical programs such a photography, culinary arts, etc. If in doubt about eligibility, please contact the Office of the Faculty Registrar .

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Transitioning from an admission category to a program of study

Admission to the Computer Science admission category is not the same as enrolment in a Computer Science program of study. Students apply to a program of study, or programs, of study at the end of first year.

However, all students admitted to the Computer Science admission category are guaranteed admission in the Computer Science specialist, major or minor program of choice after first year, provided that they meet the conditions of the first-year guarantee.

To prepare for admission into your program of study at the end of first year:

Step 1: Search for your desired program of study (e.g. major in data science) in the  table in the "Computer Science" section below

Step 2: Find the high school subject prerequisites for your desired program of study listed under Subject(s) Required in Addition to English

Step 3: These prerequisites subjects allow you to enrol in introductory first year courses needed for your program of study selection at the end of first year. You can find these courses listed under Program Area in the Academic Calendar

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After first year, you can apply to one of the two programs listed below. Whichever path you choose, you'll be on the cutting edge of in-demand fields like artificial intelligence, game design, statistics, human-computer interaction and more.

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Gain Hands-On Experience

Eligible Computer Science students can apply for the Arts & Science Internship Program after first year and gain 12-20 months of relevant, paid work experience and specialized professional development training. As an undergraduate student, you'll also have the opportunity to work closely with a professor on a research or development project .

Award-Winning Faculty and Research

Computer Science research is ranked #1 in Canada and our faculty is globally renowned. We're home to two Turing Award winners and to members of acclaimed computing societies, including nine Association of Computing Machinery fellows and eight Fellows of the Royal Society of Canada.

Computer Science Careers

#1 in Canada for graduate employability — recruiters from top companies have consistently ranked U of T as #1 in Canada and among the best in the world at preparing its students for the workplace. With a computer science degree from a world-renowned university, you will have a competitive advantage when applying for jobs in fields such as:

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• Computational linguistics
• Computer systems
• Computer vision
• Game design
• Human-computer interaction
• Scientific computing
• Theory of computation
• Web and internet technologies 

Use Career Navigator to explore more computer science careers and check out our alumni success stories below.

A&S alumnus develops app to help Canadians find closest vaccine clinics

AI startup Cohere raises US$40-million for natural language software

A&S alumna Aashni Shah creates HypeDocs to give women and underrepresented minorities more confidence and a boost in the workplace

How one U of T alumnus went from slinging drinks in undergrad to Geoffrey Hinton's AI lab

My two majors at U of T — computer science and economics — were a great pair. On the computer science side, you learn how to build a product so that users love it. — Zain Manji, HBSc 2016

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Victoria College is one of the seven colleges in the Faculty of Arts & Science in the University of Toronto. The Colleges are your home base at the University of Toronto and ensure you have a more personal experience. 

Applying to Victoria College

When applying to the  Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto (St. George Campus) through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC), you will be asked to select your top three college preferences. 

If you are a domestic applicant and would like to be considered for admission to Victoria College, you will need to choose us as your first college preference on the OUAC application. In addition, you will need to complete the Victoria College Student Profile to be considered.

If you are an international  applicant you will be considered if you rank Vic as  first , second  or third  on your application. International students are encouraged to complete an  applicant profile  to be considered for certain scholarships.

As a Victoria College student, you will have access to the breadth of course offerings in humanities, social sciences, life sciences, physical and mathematical sciences, computer science and commerce offered by the Faculty of Arts & Science, while being a member of a close-knit and supportive community at Vic. 

Victoria College Student Profile

The Student Profile is an opportunity for you to tell us more about yourself, your extracurricular interests and involvement as well as your academic goals and aspirations.

This component is an important part of our admission decisions for students entering their first year at Victoria College. 

Access to the Victoria College Student Profile is through the  Join Portal .

Submission Deadline:

December 15, 2023  - deadline to submit your Student Profile for early consideration (both Domestic and International applicants) February 1, 2024  - final deadline to submit your Student Profile (for Domestic and International applicants)

Eligibility:

• Admission to Victoria College is based on grades and your Student Profile. If you do not complete the profile or do not meet our admission requirements, you will automatically be considered for admission to another Arts & Science college.
• Domestic students must rank Vic as their first college choice on OUAC and complete our student profile to be considered. 
• Admission to Victoria College is based on grades. We recommend you submit the Student Profile to strengthen your application and be considered for some admission awards. If you do not meet our admission requirements, you will automatically be considered for admission to another Arts & Science college.
• International students who rank Vic as  their first , second  or third  choice on their application will be considered. 

Please note that citizens of the United States studying in degree programs at the University of Toronto, Victoria College, are ineligible for financial assistance from the  USA Federal Direct Loan Program .  As an international school, the University of Toronto is only eligible for Direct Loans (excludes U.S. grants and work-study).

• Transfer students do not have access to the Student Profile. Admission to Victoria College is based on grades. If you do not meet our admission requirements, you will automatically be considered for admission at another Arts & Science college.

Transferring to Victoria College

Domestic applicants must use  the Ontario Universities' Application Centre ( OUAC)   to change a college preference. The deadline to change your college preference is January 15, 2024. 

International applicants who have not received an admission decision may change a college preference through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre ( OUAC) .

Students attending another post-secondary institution should apply through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre ( OUAC) and choose Victoria College as your college preference on your application. 

If you have been accepted into another college in the Faculty of Arts & Sciences for September 2024, you will not be able to transfer into Victoria College.

If you are currently a member of another college within the Faculty of Arts and Science, you can request to transfer to Vic before our June 1, 2024 deadline . Click here  for more details.

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Do you have questions about your application, academics, student or residence life connect with one of our recruitment staff .

- Michael Mejia, U of T Victoria College, Class of 2023

U of T Computer Science: The Definitive Guide for Applicants (2024)

If you’re applying to the Computer Science program (HBSc) at the University of Toronto (St. George, Scarborough, or Mississauga campus) , this guide is for you.

As a potential applicant, you’re probably overwhelmed by the amount of information out there. 

That’s why we created this guide. 

Here, we’ll break down everything you need to know about the U of T Computer Science program, including the application, deadlines, acceptance rate, program info, and much more for all three U of T campuses —all in one place. 

By the way, if you’re serious about getting into U of T Computer Science, our 1-on-1 Youth Coaching services will help you become a stronger applicant, student, and leader. We work on things like improving real-world skills, building self-awareness, and achieving big goals, so you can maximize your post-secondary potential.

Table of Contents:

• Requirements & Admission Process : Admission average and requirements; Acceptance rate; Deadlines; Acceptance Dates; and More.
• Supplemental Application : Breakdown; Questions; Tips and Examples; and More.
• About the Program : Campus comparisons; POSt enrolment after first year; Specialists, Majors, and Minors; Co-op placements; Tuition; and More.
• Common Questions from Students : Which campus is best for CS?; Is the CS program hard to get into?; What’s the workload like?; and More.

U of T Comp Sci: Requirements & Admission Process

The Computer Science program at the University of Toronto is ranked first in Canada as well as 9th in the world (according to the 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities ) — that’s pretty impressive! 

With award-winning faculty and a focus on experiential, hands-on learning , the Computer Science program helps students develop their scientific knowledge and ignite their creativity so that they can advance the technology of tomorrow. 

Sounds pretty great, right?

Before applying to the CS program at U of T, you must first decide which University of Toronto campus you want to study at. 

There are three choices : 

• University of Toronto, St. George Campus (UTSG)
• University of Toronto Scarborough Campus (UTSC) 
• University of Toronto Mississauga Campus (UTM)

Each program is unique and the application, prerequisites, and program offerings are slightly different for each campus (don’t worry, we’ve got a complete breakdown of these differences so you can choose which one is the best for you). 

University of Toronto Computer Science – Application Criteria & How to Apply

All applicants must submit an application to the Faculty of Arts & Sciences via the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) website. The OUAC application opens in October 2022 and the final date to submit the OUAC application is January 12, 2023 . 

Here are the different OUAC applications, so you can make sure you choose the right one: 

• 101 Application : For Ontario high school students. 
• 105 Application : For Canadian or international students who are not currently enrolled at an Ontario high school, and want to apply to more than one university in Ontario.  
• International Application : For applicants who live outside of Canada, are not currently studying in Canada (or haven’t studied in Canada before), and are not applying to any other Ontario university. 

REMEMBER : On your OUAC application, you MUST indicate which U of T campus you want to apply to and add the campus-specific code: St. George (TAD) ; Mississauga (TMZ) ; or Scarborough (TXC) . If you are not accepted to your top choice campus, you will also be considered for another campus and/or program. 

Along with your application, you must have the following information on your application:

• Admission Category : This is a general area of study to tell the university what you intend to study at U of T. There are 6 choices, but you must select ‘Computer Science’ for this program.
• College Preference : If you are applying to the St. George Campus , you must submit your college membership preferences. You can choose between Innis College, New College, St. Michael’s College, Trinity College, University College, Victoria College, and Woodsworth College. If you are applying to UTSC or UTM, you don’t need to do this . 

IMPORTANT : Submitting your application to U of T for early consideration as an OUAC 101 applicant will NOT impact the admission decision or give you a better chance of getting accepted. The only difference is that if you are accepted, you might receive an admission decision earlier than someone who applied for regular consideration. Click here to learn more information, and if you have questions, connect with a coach any time for support.

Around 1-2 weeks after you’ve submitted your OUAC application, you’ll receive an email from U of T confirming that they received your application and telling you if there are any other steps you need to complete. 

Once you’ve done this, you must set up your JOIN U of T portal ID to submit your supporting docs.

REMEMBER : If you are applying to the St. George campus , you MUST submit a Supplemental Application . If you are applying to Scarborough or Mississauga, you do not need to submit one. Your Supplemental Application is due on February 1, 2023 (December 15, 2023 for early consideration).

For more information on completing your OUAC application, visit this page (St. George Campus); this page (Scarborough Campus); and this page (Mississauga Campus).

COACH’S TIP : We highly recommend that you apply to other programs, just in case you aren’t successful this time around. If you don’t make it into the top program you apply to, U of T will consider you for other campuses and other programs (but only if you apply). You are allowed to apply to up to 3 programs per application . 

Need help with your application? Connect with a coach now.

University of Toronto Requirements – Computer Science

If you are applying as an Ontario student, here are the academic/course requirements for the U of T Computer Science program for each campus:

UTSG CS : If you are applying as a student outside of Ontario in Canada, find the school qualifications and course equivalents here . If you are applying from the US, visit this page to ensure you meet the requirements. 

UTM CS : If you are applying as a student outside of Ontario in Canada, find the school qualifications and course equivalents here . If you are applying from the US, visit this page to ensure you meet the requirements.  UTSC CS : If you are applying as a student outside of Ontario in Canada, find the school qualifications and course equivalents here . If you are applying from the US, visit this page to ensure you meet the requirements.

You might also be wondering how the University of Toronto uses these academic requirements in their evaluation of applicants . 

When you apply to the University of Toronto, your application is considered with these steps:

• Step 1 : U of T will verify that every applicant meets the University’s general admissions requirements .
• Step 2 : The university will assess whether applicants meet the requirements to the specific program they’re applying to (listed above). Students must have all the necessary prerequisites, grade cutoffs, and Supplemental Applications (if applicable).  
• Step 3 : For those students who meet the requirements outlined in Step 1 and Step 2, U of T will assess students based on academic performance, potential, and competitive strength. 
• Step 4 : U of T will do a final assessment of the top applicants, using their two most recent years of study (marks, prerequisites, information on the Supp App, etc.) to make the final decisions. 
• Step 5 : Conditional offers are sent out to the top applicants. An acceptance/rejection will be sent to each applicant for every U of T faculty they applied to. If a student isn’t accepted to their top choice program, they can still be considered for other programs/campuses they’ve applied to.

For more information on admission requirements and process, visit this page .

U of T Computer Science Admission Average

A lot of students ask us about the University of Toronto Computer Science admission average so that they can see how they compare to other applicants. 

Here are the U of T Computer Science admission averages for the 3 campuses:

• UTSG Computer Science Admission Average : Low 90s
• UTSC Computer Science Admission Average : Low 90s (Non Co-op); Low 90s (Co-op)
• UTM Computer Science Admission Average : Low to Mid-80s

REMEMBER : For the Mississauga and Scarborough campuses, applicants only need to submit an OUAC application, meaning that you are considered solely on academic performance . This means that grades are the difference maker . The higher your average, the higher your chance of getting in. 

For the St. George Campus, you will have the opportunity to submit a Supplemental Application , giving the admissions committee a chance to learn more about you beyond your grades.

U of T Acceptance Rate & Number of Applicants 

We get a lot of questions about the University of Toronto Computer Science acceptance rate because this program is a top ranked program and attracts applicants from all around the world. 

As a result, the number of applicants continues to increase year over year. For example, in 2014 there were approximately 537 applicants , and then in 2019 there were 981 (and this number continues to rise year over year). 

For the entire university, the U of T acceptance rate in 2015 was 52% , and in 2018 the acceptance rate was 45.2% (according to the Institutional Data Hub), showing a slight decline. 

It’s also helpful to remember that the St. George Campus typically receives the most applications overall, so it will be tougher to get into out of the 3 campuses.

In 2021, admission to top programs like Computer Science at U of T is about 43% . 

U of T Application Deadline for Computer Science 

The final date to submit your OUAC application is January 12, 2023 .

The U of T Computer Science OUAC Application opens in October 2022 for all campuses— and we highly recommend that you complete it as soon as it is. 

This goes for the St. George Supplemental Application as well. Even though it’s due on February 1, 2023 , the earliest rounds of consideration happen before this deadline, so try to get it done as early as you can. 

The recommended deadline to submit all supporting documents for early consideration is December 15, 2022.

REMEMBER : As mentioned above, submitting your application to U of T for early consideration will NOT impact the admission decision or give you a better chance of getting accepted. The only difference is that if you are accepted, you might receive an admission decision earlier than someone who applied for regular consideration. Click here to learn more and if you have questions, connect with a coach any time for support.

U of T reviews applications on a continual basis (even before the deadline), typically in February , March , and May , so it’s best not to leave things to the last minute. 

With thousands of students applying to U of T every year, admission categories, including Computer Science, fill up quickly. 

U of T Computer Science – Acceptance Dates

Acceptance letters are sent between late-January and late May , with most offers being sent between March and May . 

If you are not selected for your top program, you’ll still be considered for other campuses and other programs (you can apply to a maximum of 3 programs at U of T). 

We know that this is A LOT of information all at once. But we don’t want you to stress — we’re always here for you. Our Youth Coaches™ are experts in all things U of T Computer Science and we’re ready to give you all the support and mentorship you need. Reach out to a Youth Coach™ now.

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U of T Computer Science: Supplemental Application

The Supplemental Application for the U of T Computer Science program is required for applicants to the UTSG Computer Science program ONLY (i.e. not UTSC or UTM).

To access your University of Toronto Computer Science Supplemental Application, log in to your JOIN U of T account after applying through OUAC. 

If you’re a UTSG CS applicant, the Supplemental Application can be the difference maker for your application and help improve your chances of getting accepted.

Why? It gives you an opportunity to show the admissions committee who you are beyond your grades and computer science , and showcase your skills, experiences, qualities, interests, goals, and more.   

The deadline for the Supplemental Application is February 1, 2023 (but applicants are encouraged to submit it as soon as possible, since applications are constantly being reviewed). Check on all the important dates and deadlines for your application here .

U of T Comp Sci Supp App – Questions

There are 4 short answer questions that ask you to discuss your personal experiences, skills, interests, and qualities. 

Here are the questions: 

• Describe a situation you witnessed, or were involved in, where someone was treated unfairly or discriminated against. How did you respond, and would you do anything differently if that situation occurred again?
• Briefly describe a personal goal you have set for yourself, and how long you have been working to achieve this goal. Who did you turn to for advice or help, and what was their role? What did you learn about yourself?
• Describe an example of a situation where you took on a leadership role, helped resolve a dispute, or contributed to a group’s goals. What was your role, what were your responsibilities, and what contribution did you make?
• Describe a group, organization, or community with which you have been involved. How long have you been involved? Describe the impact of your involvement in this community, and what you learned from being a member.

U of T Comp Sci Supp App – Writing Tips & Examples 

These questions ask you to comment on experiences, goals, skills (like leadership) and community involvement. 

These questions are common for university applications (and they also come up a lot in interviews, check some examples in our Interview Skills Guide here ). 

COACH’S TIP : Each question has a limit of 120 words (including spaces and punctuation). Your application will stand out if you can be clear and concise , creating a memorable answer that gives some personal insight into who you really are. 

We’ve developed 2 communication approaches to help you stand out. 

The 4 questions for the U of T CS Supplemental Application are personal questions and suitable for our Narrative Communication Approach™ , which uses storytelling to create an emotional connection with the reader. However, we realize that as a Computer Science applicant, you (and the Supp App reviewers) are probably more comfortable with the  Deductive Communication Approach™ , which is a top-down structure that states the answer right up front, followed by the main reason and supporting evidence and data. This is a common approach for STEM fields.

You can choose whichever approach you are most comfortable with (or you can use a mix of both depending on the question). The key is whatever you’re most comfortable with and whichever style is more aligned with your strengths and style.

Here are the 5 components that an essay following the Narrative Approach should have: 

• Hook : The story starts with a curiosity-inducing event or captivating experience that makes the audience want to keep watching/reading.
• Context : The setting is established and we get the basic information: Who, What, When, Where, and Why?
• Catalyst : A specific event or problem arises, causing challenges for the main characters. The climax of the story is usually within the Catalyst.
• Outcome: This section showcases the result of the character’s actions and the impact on themselves and others.
• Reflection : This is the moral of the story, where the protagonist reveals what they have learned and how it has impacted their life going forward. 

It looks like this:

Learn more about these 5 components here .

Here are the 4 components that an essay following the Deductive Approach should have: 

• Hypothesis/Answer : State your answer concisely and right at the beginning of your essay.
• Main Reason(s) : Provide 2-3 reasons about why you think your answer is true. 
• Supporting Arguments : Each paragraph should use data, evidence, experiences, etc. to support the Main Reasons. This is where you should be more personal, providing personal insight whenever possible. 
• So What? : Summarize why this all matters, including learning outcomes and lessons, how you evolved as a person, etc.

Learn more about these 4 components here .

If you need some support working on your essay questions and using the Narrative/Deductive Approaches, connect with a coach for support and to find out how to submit a U of T Computer Science Supp App that gets noticed.

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U of T Computer Science: About the Program

U of t comp sci at st george vs. mississauga vs. scarborough.

The University of Toronto has over 75,000 undergraduate students enrolled across its 3 campuses. 

With so much information out there, it can be tough to decide which campus is best for your interests, goals, and skills. Besides physical location, each campus has something unique to offer . 

Wondering what makes the St. George, Scarborough, and Mississauga Computer Sciences programs different/similar? 

Here are the top similarities and differences between the 3 campuses to help make your decision easier:

• Curriculum : Much of the core courses required for you to take as a CS Specialist or Major is shared across campuses, so you’ll learn the same course content no matter which campus you decide to attend. For example, the second year course Software Design is offered at UTSG as CSC207H1 , UTSC as CSCB07H3 , and UTM as CSC207H5 . These shared courses are often exclusions of each other, meaning that if you take more than one of them, you will only get the credit for one course. However, this rule also means that you can decide to take the course at another campus if you wish.
• Degree : At the end of your time at U of T, no matter which campus you attended, if you graduated from the Computer Science program you will receive an Honours Bachelor of Science (HBSc) from the University of Toronto.
• Internship Opportunities : Although you will work with a different department in helping you land internships whether you’re in the Co-op program (UTSC), the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) at UTSG, or the PEY program (UTM), no one campus gets better opportunities than others. You are always welcome to apply to positions directly from a company’s job board rather than the job board offered by the school.
• Work Experiences : UTSC is the only campus that offers a Co-op program, while UTSG offers the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) and UTM offers Professional Experience Year Co-op (PEY Co-op; read more about both below ). At UTSC, you can enrol in their Co-op program to work Co-op placements throughout your undergrad starting as soon as in your second year. UTSC Co-op placements usually last 4 months each with a total of three placements. UTSG’s ASIP and UTM’s PEY start after your third year and allows you to engage in a 12-16 month work-term. Due to the scheduling, by enrolling in PEY Co-op, you would be extending your undergrad by at least a year. It’s possible for you to finish your degree in 4 years at UTSC even with Co-op, but it’s not uncommon for students to take an extra semester or two to complete their degree
• Specializations : Depending on which campus you decide to enrol in, you will have different fields within the industry to specialize or major in. UTSG has the greatest selection of programs . You can find UTSC’s selection here and UTM’s here .
• POSt Requirements : You can read more about the POSt requirements in detail below . Each campus has its own requirements for POSt acceptance. At the time of writing this guide, UTSG and UTSC both offer guaranteed acceptance if you meet their requirements. Meanwhile, UTM will assess you based on your grades for certain courses.
• Courses : While the three campuses share many courses within the curriculum, there are courses that are offered exclusively at each campus. For example, given that UTSG CS Specialists can focus their studies in Artificial Intelligence, you can take CSC301H1: Algorithmic Game Theory and Mechanism Design there. UTSC offers a focus in Software Engineering, so you can take courses like CSCD70H3: Compiler Optimization as part of your time there. UTM has a Specialist program in Information Security, so you can take more specific courses like CSC422: Cryptography and Computational Complexity at UTM. And although you may have some professors teaching cross-campuses, most professors teach exclusively at one campus.

U of T Computer Science POSt After First Year

Once you’re accepted into the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Arts & Science, you AREN’T actually admitted into the Computer Science program (aka POSt, or ‘Program of Study ’) officially.

Instead, you are part of the Computer Science admission category in your first year, and then you enrol in the Computer Science POSt (‘program’) at the end of your first year .  

This is one of the biggest surprises to students after they’ve received their acceptance letter from the University of Toronto. 

To make things easier to understand, here’s a handy checklist you can use to make sure you cover all the steps for enroling in the CS POSt :

U of T Computer Science POSt Requirements

Here are the requirements to successfully be admitted into the Computer Science Program of Study (POSt) at the University of Toronto. 

These requirements apply specifically to students admitted to the Computer Science admission category (and if you apply from a different admission category you will have different requirements).

Each campus has different requirements, so we’ve split them up into individual sections below. 

REMEMBER: At the time of writing this guide, these POSt requirements are for the 2021-2022 school year. Students enrolling to start the program in Fall 2023 adhere to the 2023-2024 POSt requirements, which will be made available by the respective departments for each campus. The changes in the requirements may include, but are not limited to, CGPA requirements, minimum grade requirements, assessed courses, and limited vs guaranteed admission. 

UTSG COMPUTER SCIENCE

You will be guaranteed admission to the Computer Science POSt after your first year, as long as you meet these requirements:

• Complete at least 4.0 full course equivalents (FCE).
• Complete CSC110Y1 with a mark of 70%.
• Complete CSC111H1 with a mark of 77% for the Specialist or Major or 70% for the Minor.
• Complete MAT137Y1 or MAT157Y1 (Specialist or Major only).
• Request the program on ACORN during the first program request period.

Once you have done this, you must indicate whether you want to pursue a Specialist, Major and/or Minor (keep reading for a complete breakdown about this below). 

For more information on UTSG POSt requirements, visit this page .

St. George Campus, Bahen Centre For Information Technology, U of T (photo by Diana Tyszko) 

UTSC COMP SCI

In first year, you must complete these requirements to be admitted into the CS POSt (Specialist, Major, and/or Minor): 

• Completed the following CSC and MAT courses: CSCA08H3 , CSCA48H3 , [ CSCA67H3 or MATA67H3 ], MATA22H3 , MATA31H3 , and MATA37H3 .
• b. A final grade of at least B in CSCA48H3 ; and
• c. A final grade of at least C- in two of the following: CSC/ MATA67H3 , MATA22H3 , and MATA37H3 . 

Completion of these requirements will guarantee you a spot into UTSC’s CS POSt.

For more information on UTSC Computer Science POSt requirements, visit this page .

U of T Scarborough, Instructional Centre, ( image credit ).

UTM COMP SCI

If you are accepted into the Computer Science, Mathematics & Statistics admission category at UTM and you want to pursue a Specialist Program or Major Program in CS, you must have completed the following after your first year:

• CSC148H5 minimum grade determined annually, but never below 65%
• MAT102H5 minimum grade determined annually, but never below 65%
• MAT134H5 or MAT136H5 or MAT134Y5 or MAT135Y5 or MAT137Y5 or MAT157Y5 or MAT233H5
• And a CGPA requirement determined annually, but never below 2.5

REMEMBER : For UTM, upon completion of these requirements, you will be assessed for POSt and not guaranteed entry like UTSG or UTSC.

For more information on UTM Computer Science POSt requirements, visit this page .

U of T Mississauga, Department of Mathematics and Computational Sciences ( image credit )

U of T Computer Science  – Specialist vs. Major vs. Minor & Streams 

Once accepted into the U of T Computer Science program, you must choose the area of Computer Science you want to focus on , as well as how broad or general you want your learning to be. 

How? By choosing a Specialist , Major , and/or Minor . 

By the end of their first year , all students at the University of Toronto must indicate their area of study by choosing:

• 1 Specialist OR
• 2 Majors OR
• 1 Major and 2 Minors 

Here’s a quick breakdown of the differences between these 3 options:

• Specialist: Think of this as you being an expert in one subject area . A Specialist in Computer Science provides an in-depth and focused understanding of Computer Science and exposes you to a broad range of upper-year CS topics. 
• Major : This program will give you a concentrated understanding of an academic field of study. A Major in CS builds on the content of a CS Minor, and allows students to study a few topics more deeply. By taking a Major, students can integrate their studies with another discipline. 

COACH’S TIP : If you are planning on taking a Co-op at UTSC (more on these below), then you must indicate this when choosing a Specialist or Major on ACORN. For example, if you choose Computer Science, you would select “Computer Science: Comprehensive Stream – Specialist” if you don’t want to do a Co-op OR “Computer Science: Comprehensive Stream – Specialist Co-op” if you want to do a Co-op.

• Minor : This allows students an opportunity to study many different areas , giving you the knowledge and understanding to use what you’ve learned in other fields. A Minor in CS provides an intro to theoretical and applied CS as a complement to the study of other areas. The Minor program is open to any student (while  the Specialist and Majors in CS have specific enrolment requirements).

REMEMBER : No matter what program you’re studying, you need 20 credits to graduate . At the University of Toronto, 1 credit is one FULL year (i.e. 2 semester) courses, and a 0.5 credit is a HALF year (i.e. 1 semester) course.

Having trouble deciding whether you should choose a Specialist, Major, and/or Minor? Ask yourself these questions:

• If yes, choose a Specialist (see the Specialist options in the next section of this guide).
• If yes, choose a Major in CS.
• If yes, then a Minor is a good choice. 

If you need some help deciding whether a Specialist, Major, or Minor is right for you, connect with a coach now for support.

To learn more about Specialists, Majors, and Minors at U of T, visit this page .

U of T Computer Science  – Specialists & Streams 

When you choose whether you want to do a Specialist, Major, or Minor, you must also choose the research area you want to focus on.

For Computer Science, here there are different Specialist/Major/Minor options depending on which campus you want to attend. These are called Specialists (UTSG and UTM) and Streams (UTSC).

Here is the complete list of Specialists and Streams for UTSG, UTSC, and UTM.

UTSG COMPUTER SCIENCE – SPECIALISTS, MAJORS, AND MINORS 

Utsg cs specialists.

Here’s a list of the Focus areas you can take as a Specialist at UTSG Computer Science: 

• Focus in Artificial Intelligence
• Focus in Computational Linguistics and Natural Language Processing
• Focus in Computer Systems 
• Focus in Computer Vision
• Focus in Game Design 
• Focus in Human-Computer Interaction
• Focus in Scientific Computing
• Focus in Theory of Computation 
• Focus in Web and Internet Technologies 

For a full description of each Specialist Focus area, as well as requirements and courses, see the UTSG Computer Science program website .

UTSG CS MAJORS

Here’s a list of the Focus areas you can while completing a Major at UTSG Computer Science: 

• Computer Science Major 
• Focus in Computer Vision 
• Focus in Game Design
• Focus in Scientific Computing 

For a full description of each Major Focus area, as well as requirements and courses, see the UTSG Computer Science program website .

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UTSC COMP SCI – SPECIALISTS, MAJORS, AND MINORS 

At UTSC Computer Science, you will be able to build a working knowledge of the primary areas of this field. 

UTSC CS Streams

In order to provide students with areas of study that fit their individual interests and academic/professional goals, UTSC CS has 4 Streams (or Specialists ) that students can choose from. 

At UTSC CS, you can choose a stream only if you’re taking a Specialist (i.e. not a Major or Minor).

The Streams are:

• Comprehensive Stream: A broad and balanced exposure to the field of Computer Science. This stream is ideal for students who are thinking about applying to graduate studies (MSc or PHd) in Computer Science.
• Entrepreneurship Stream: This provides a strong foundation of Computer Science and Software Engineering, while exposing students to the framework and the methodologies that underlie the development of innovative technology ideas into viable commercial opportunities. Enrolment into this Stream is limited to highly qualified and motivated students, and preference will be given to students enrolled in the Specialist (Co-op) Program.
• Information Systems Stream: Similar to the Software Engineering Stream (below), but it provides additional exposure to certain aspects of business management. This Stream is ideal for students who are interested in a career in technical management but who have a deep interest in the technology.
• Software Engineering Stream: Emphasizes the engineering side of the discipline, including computer systems and core applications.

REMEMBER : Even though you can pick a Stream to study, all students in the Computer Science program must complete a core of 18 courses (9 credits), regardless of the Stream you’ve chosen.

For more information about these Streams and for course requirements for each Stream, visit this page . 

UTSC CS Majors

The Major program requires a total of 8 credits (i.e. 16 distinct, 1 semester courses).

As mentioned above, students must meet certain requirements before applying to the Computer Science Major after their first year ( listed here ).

In addition to meeting the necessary POSt requirements, students must also complete the following CSC and MAT courses to be eligible to enrol for the Computer Science Major at UTSC:

• CSCA67H3 OR MATA67H3

For more information about the Major in Computer Science at UTSC, visit this page .

UTSC CS Minors

As mentioned above, students must apply to the Computer Science Minor after their first year, and must have completed the necessary requirements ( listed here ).

The Minor program requires a total of 4.0 credits (i.e. 8 distinct, 1 semester courses). Students can take a maximum of 3 CSC elective courses (i.e. 1.5 total credits) at the C and D level.

As a part of the Minor, students will have the chance to take introductory programming courses, basic math courses, intermediate programming, system, and theory courses, and electives. 

For more information about the Minor in Computer Science at UTSC, visit this page .

UTM COMP SCi – SPECIALISTS, MAJORS, AND MINORS

Like St. George and Scarborough, the Mississauga campus has various CS programs that appeal to students with different skills, interests, and goals.

Here are the programs that are offered at the University of Toronto Mississauga Campus for Computer Science.

UTM CS Specialists 

Bioinformatics  

According to the U of T Computer Science program website , the Bioinformatics Specialist focuses on the following: “Bioinformatics is an interdisciplinary science that combines Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics and Chemistry. Bioinformatics is the managing of large amounts of biological information generated from research using advanced computational methods/programs.

The Specialist program includes various courses in genetics and molecular biology which will put into context the vast amounts of genomic data and how it is isolated, sequenced and analyzed.  Furthermore, the computer science courses will give you the foundation to write your own computer programs as needed to analyze large amounts of data that would not be able to be done by hand in a timely manner. This program also provides a solid foundation in mathematics and statistics that will also help you to design and analyze experiments.

Bioinformatics is used in research that looks at the genetic make-up of an entire organism.  Some of its many applications are in medicine or biology.

This program is offered through the Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences.”

Read more about the specific enrolment requirements, courses, and completion requirements here . 

Computer Science 

As mentioned above, students must apply for the Computer Science Specialist at the end of their first year, having completing a minimum of 4.0 credits, including: 

• CSC148H5 (see minimum grade note below)
• MAT102H5 (see minimum grade note below)
• A cumulative grade point average (CGPA), determined annually. It is never lower than 2.5.
• All students must complete 4.0 U of T credits before requesting this program. Courses with a grade of CR/NCR will not count as a part of the 4.0 credits required for program entry.

Read more about the specific enrolment requirements, courses, and completion requirements for the UTM CS Specialist here . 

Information Security

According to the U of T Computer Science program website , the Information Security Specialist focuses on “all the major aspects of information and computer security, while giving an overview of the field, as well as in-depth courses in the systems, number theory and computation complexity aspects of computer security.”

UTM CS Major

As mentioned above, students must apply to the Computer Science Major after their first year, and must have completed the necessary requirements ( listed here ).

The Major program requires a total of 7.5-8 credits (i.e. 15.5-16 distinct, 1 semester courses).

For more information about the Major in Computer Science at UTM, visit this page .

UTM CS Minor 

For more information about the Minor in Computer Science at UTM, visit this page .

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U of T Computer Science – Courses 

Here are some of the courses students are required to take at UTSG, UTSC, and UTM for the Specialist, Major, and Minor, so you can get a better idea of the areas of study and course material for each.

UTSG Computer Science Courses

Utsg specialist .

Students enrolled in a Specialist program at UTSG are required to complete 12.0 credits in total , including at least 1.5 credits at the 400-level . 

Within 12 month s of starting their studies, students are required to complete 2.5 credits of these 100-level courses:  

• Foundation of Computer Science I: CSC110Y1
• Foundation of Computer Science II: CSC111H1
• Calculus with Proofs: MAT137Y1 /​ Analysis I: MAT157Y1

Note that only one of these courses CSC111H1 is a half-year course (denoted by the H in the course code) and the rest of them are full-year courses (denoted by the Y in the course code). Thus, 2 full year courses and 1 half year course makes up 2.5 credits.

Each Specialist has different course requirements, so if you’re considering a specific one, check out the full list here . 

In Years 2-4 , students can choose from a variety of courses and electives to meet the set credit requirements for their chosen Specialist. See the full list of course requirements and descriptions for each Specialist here .

REMEMBER : In addition to the CS Specialist courses, every U of T student must also take Breadth Requirement courses so that they take courses across many different disciplines in the Faculty of Arts & Science. Learn more about U of T’s Breadth Requirement here . 

UTSG MAJOR & MINOR

To complete the UTSG CS Major , students must complete 8 credits , including at least one at the 400-level. 

Here are the required first year courses (which total 2.5 credits): ( CSC108H1 , CSC148H1 , CSC165H1 /​ CSC240H1 )/( CSC110Y1 , CSC111H1 ); MAT137Y1 /​ MAT157Y1 /​( MAT135H1 , MAT136H1 )

After their first year, students can choose from a variety of courses and electives to meet the set credit requirements for their chosen Major. See the full list of course requirements and descriptions for each Major here .

Students in the UTSG CS Minor must have a total for 4.0 credits , including the following required courses: ( CSC108H1 /​ CSC120H1 , CSC148H1 , CSC165H1 /​ CSC240H1 )/( CSC110Y1 , CSC111H1 ). They must also have a total of 1.5 credits from the course list here , with at least 1.0 credit must be at the 300-/400-level.

For a complete list of the course requirements for each of the Specialists, Majors, and Minors at UTSG CS, visit this page . If you need some help navigating the courses and deciding which Specialist/Major/Minor is right for you, connect with a coach for support.

UTSC Comp Sci Courses 

Utsc specialist .

UTSC CS Specialist students must complete a core of 18 courses (9 credits total) , regardless of the Stream and additional requirements of that Stream, by the time they plan on graduating. These core courses are meant to provide a foundational knowledge about the field of Computer Science. 

These courses are taken down over the 4 years of the program, divided into Years 1-4 like this: 

First Year Required Core Courses (3.0 credits)

• CSCA08H3 Introduction to Computer Science I
• CSCA48H3 Introduction to Computer Science II
• CSCA67H3 Discrete Mathematics
• MATA22H3 Linear Algebra I for Mathematical Sciences
• MATA31H3 Calculus I for Mathematical Sciences
• MATA37H3 Calculus II for Mathematical Sciences

REMEMBER : Students in their first year will take these 6 CS/Math courses and 4 electives if they want to enroll with a full course load. Don’t forget that in order to apply for the Computer Science POSt at the end of your first year, you must complete 4.0 credits (or 8, 1 semester courses).

Second Year Required Core Courses (3.5 credits)

• CSCB07H3 Software Design
• CSCB09H3 Software Tools and Systems Programming
• CSCB36H3 Introduction to the Theory of Computation
• CSCB58H3 Computer Organization
• CSCB63H3 Design and Analysis of Data Structures
• MATB24H3 Linear Algebra II
• STAB52H3 Introduction to Probability

C-level Required Core Courses (1.5 credits)

• CSCC43H3 Introduction to Databases
• CSCC69H3 Operating Systems
• CSCC73H3 Algorithm Design and Analysis

D-level Required Core Courses (0.5 credit)

• CSCD03H3 Social Impact of Information Technology

For the last 0.5 credits, Specialist students will also need to complete a writing requirement comprised of 1 course chosen from the following: ANTA01H3 , ANTA02H3 , (CLAA02H3), (CTLA19H3), CTLA01H3 , ENGA10H3 , ENGA11H3 , ENGB06H3 , ENGB07H3 , ENGB08H3 , ENGB09H3 , ENGB17H3 , ENGB19H3 , ENGB50H3 , (ENGB51H3), GGRA02H3 , GGRA03H3 , GGRB05H3 , (GGRB06H3), (HISA01H3), (HLTA01H3), ACMA01H3 , (HUMA01H3), (HUMA11H3), (HUMA17H3), (LGGA99H3), LINA01H3 , PHLA10H3 , PHLA11H3 , WSTA01H3 .

COACH’S TIP : When choosing your electives, take the opportunity to take courses that seem interesting to you and you want to learn more about (they don’t have to be CS). However, remember that you must take a course within one of the “Writing Requirement” courses for CS (mentioned above) as well as the general U of T breadth requirements . 

For more information on these required courses and a full description of each, visit this page . 

UTSC CS MAJOR 

Students who take a CS Major at UTSC must complete 8.0 credits total, including the required courses listed below: 

CS Major Required A-level courses (3.0 credits)

CS Major Required B-level courses (3.0 credits)

and 0.5 credit from the following:

CS Major Required C-level courses in numerical computation and theory of computing (1.0 credit)

• CSCC37H3 Introduction to Numerical Algorithms for Computational Mathematics
• CSCC63H3 Computability and Computational Complexity

CS Major Required CSC electives (1.0 credit)

Students must also take 1.0 credits in any C- or D-level CSC courses, and it’s encouraged that they take the Writing Requirement course by the end of the second year.

For a full list of the CS Major course requirements and descriptions, visit this page . 

UTSC MINOR 

Students taking a Minor must complete 4.0 credits , including the following required courses. For a full list of the CS Minor course requirements and descriptions, visit this page . 

UTM Comp Sci Courses 

Utm specialist.

Students must complete 11.5-14.0 credits , depending on which Specialist you take (Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or Information Security).

Each Specialist also has a different list of required courses. Learn more about the Specialist requirements as well as the individual course descriptions here . 

UTM MAJOR 

The only Major that is offered at UTM is in Computer Science. 7.5-8.0 credits are required to complete this Major, including the follow required courses: 

First Year:

• CSC108H5 and CSC148H5 and ISP100H5
• ( MAT132H5 and MAT134H5 ) or ( MAT135H5 and MAT136H5 ) or MAT134Y5 or MAT135Y5 or MAT137Y5 or MAT157Y5 or MAT233H5

Second Year:

• CSC207H5 and CSC236H5
• 1.0 credit from the following CSC209H5 or CSC258H5 or CSC263H5
• MAT223H5 or MAT240H5
• STA246H5 or STA256H5

Higher Years:

• 2.0 credits from the following: any 300/400 level CSC course (offered at UTM) or GGR335H5 or GGR337H5 or GGR437H5 . At least 0.5 credit must come from 400-level courses, and no more than 0.5 credit of GGR courses may count to this requirement.

For more information on the UTM CS Major and the course requirements and descriptions, visit this page .

The UTM Computer Science Minor requires 4.0 credits, including the following required courses: 

• First Year : CSC108H5 and CSC148H5 and MAT102H5
• Second Year : (1) CSC207H5 and CSC236H5 ; (2) One of CSC209H5 or CSC258H5 or CSC263H5
• Third and Fourth Years : 1.0 credit of UTM CSC at the 300/400-level, except for CSC492H5 and CSC493H5 .

For more information on the UTM CS Minor and the course requirements and descriptions, visit this page .

U of T Comp Sci – Tuition & Entrance Funding 

Students attending the University of Toronto are required to pay tuition , incidental , ancillary fees , and other fees like residence, meal plans, text books, etc. 

Fees will vary depending on your course load, year of study, and the campus where you’re studying. 

Students in their first year (having been accepted to the Computer Science admission category) will pay the general arts and science tuition. Then, once accepted into the CS program, students pay a higher tuition fee in upper years . 

Here are the approximate tuition fees for Computer Science students:

• Undergraduate Domestic (Ontario Resident) – Year 1 : $6,100 
• Undergraduate Domestic (Ontario Resident) – Upper Years : $11,420
• Undergraduate Domestic (Non-Ontario Resident) – Year 1 : $6,280
• Undergraduate Domestic (Non-Ontario Resident) – Upper Years : $11,760
• International Students – Year 1 : $59,320
• International Students – Upper Years : $61,350

In addition to the tuition fees, U of T lists various other costs associated with attending university (see the full breakdown here ):

REMEMBER : These additional costs will vary depending on which campus you choose. For example, the St. George campus will likely be the most expensive out of the 3 because the cost of everything is significantly higher in downtown Toronto.

Check out this resource for a full breakdown of the U of T Computer Science tuition and future increases. 

To calculate your approximate tuition and to create a budget, use this handy budgeting tool .

U of T Computer Science – Faculty & Staff

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For a full list of the Faculty in the Department of Computer Science at U of T St. George, visit this page .

UTSC Comp Sci

For a full list of the UTSC Computer Science Faculty, visit this page .

UTM Comp Sci

For a full list of Faculty at University of Mississauga’s Mathematical & Computational Sciences, visit this page .

U of T Computer Science – Contacts 

If you have questions about the Computer Science program at UTSG, don’t be afraid to contact the school directly. 

Address : Bahen Building, Room 4207, 40 St. George Street, Toronto, ON M5S 2E4

Phone : 416-978-6360

Email : [email protected]

Website : web.cs.toronto.edu 

Address: 1265 Military Trail, Toronto, ON, M1C 1A4

If you have questions about the Computer Science program, contact the Academic Program Advisor, Susan Calanza, at 647-601-4645. Website: https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/cms/computer-science-1

Address: Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, 3359 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5L 1C6

Phone : 905-828-5350 Website: https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/future-students/category/computer-science-mathematics-statistics

U of T Computer Science – ASIP, Co-Op, & PEY

One of the main differences between the 3 U of T campuses are the Co-op offerings. 

Many students choose to study at the Scarborough campus because of the opportunity to do a Co-op (vs. St. George and Mississauga which have a Professional Experience Year, aka a PEY). 

Keep reading to learn about each program and campus. 

The St. George Campus also has an Arts & Science Internship Program ( ASIP ) , where students can explore different career options, gain experience, make contacts, and build skills. 

Participation in the ASIP is limited to eligible Arts & Science students enrolled at the U of T St. George campus.

Students enrolled in the Computer Science Specialist and Computer Science Major and the Data Science Specialist are all eligible to apply starting in Year 3.  

With the ASIP, students get professional development training, work placement opportunities, and personalized support, with 12, 16, or 20 month placements . 

Students are typically admitted into the ASIP in the Fall of their second year, but there are also Year 3 entry opportunities as well. 

Students must complete 4 courses to prepare them for the ASIP:

• Maximizing Your Experience
• Essential Skills to ASIP Success
• Professional Skill Development I
• Professional Skill Development II

For more information on the ASIP, including requirements, courses, and enrolment, visit this page .

The Co-op program at U of T Computer Science in Scarborough gives students the chance to attend classes while also doing paid work in private and/or non-private sectors. 

UTSC CS offers a Specialist CS Co-op as well as a Major CS Co-op . 

CO-OP ENROLLMENT 

Students admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt in their first year of study must request a Co-op Subject POSt on ACORN upon completion of 4.0 credits. After the first year, when you declare your POSt, you select the Co-op option for the program you wish to enrol in.  

Prospective students (i.e. those not yet admitted to a Co-op Degree POSt) must meet the enrolment requirements and have a CGPA of at least 2.75 across all attempted courses.

Co-op program requirements for a specific program are essentially the same as the requirements for that program, but with a CGPA (cumulative GPA across all courses) requirement. For example, the requirements for the specialist CS Co-op enrolment requires the student to meet the enrolment requirements for the specialist program as well as achieve a CGPA of 2.5.

REMEMBER : Students not already enrolled in the Co-op first year stream can apply if they meet these requirements as well.

For the Co-op Specialist and Major, students must complete three Co-op work terms , each of four-months duration, one of which can be during the summer.

COACH’S TIP : In our experience with students, this is more of an ideal path and lots of variables can come up during the process. For example, some companies offer 8/12/16 month terms (not 4). The important thing is that you complete the bare minimum of 12 months cumulatively , whether that’s three 4-month terms, one 4-month term and one 8-month term, or one 12-month term is up to the student’s preference.

There are also specific Co-Op Preparation Course Requirements. They are ( visit this site for more information):

• Students entering Co-op from outside of UTSC (high school or other postsecondary) will complete this course in Fall or Winter of their first year at UTSC. Enrolment in each section is based on the admission category: Typically, students in Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics enrol in the Fall semester while all other Arts & Science Co-op admission categories enrol in the Winter semester however this may vary year to year.
• Current UTSC students entering Co-op in April/May will complete this course in the Summer semester.
• Current UTSC students entering Co-op in July/August will complete this course in the Fall semester.
• This course will be completed eight months in advance of the first scheduled work term.
• This course will be completed four months in advance of the first work scheduled work term.
• This course will be completed four months in advance of the second scheduled work term.
• This course will be completed four months in advance of the third scheduled work term (for programs that require the completion of 3 work terms and/or four months in advance of any additional work terms that have been approved by the Arts and Science Co-op Office.

All of these courses are either pass or fail (you don’t get a mark).

REMEMBER : These courses will be additional courses on top of a student’s current course load. Therefore, a full-time student’s semester with one of these courses would be a total of 6 courses. 

These courses are more crucial in your first year leading up to your very first placement. Each course helps you develop job search skills and tools you’ll put in practice when actually finding a placement. This includes resume and cover letter prep, how to analyze job descriptions, as well as mock interviews

The first 2 courses listed are taken before you start applying for the Co-op. These courses are heavier in workload (weekly assignments and full lectures in class). Once you start applying for a placement (about 4 months before you’ll start the actual placement), the Co-op prep course for those semesters are much lighter. The goal of these courses is for you to find a placement , so while there may be a few goal setting assignments or check-ins, your priority is to apply to jobs.

Once you’ve done these courses, if you cannot find a placement during the 4 months prior to when you would’ve started your work term, your work term interval simply gets pushed back a semester and you spend another 4 months in school seeking for a job again

CO-OP APPLICATION

UTSC has a Career Services Management System (known as CSM) where students can login to apply for jobs. 

Job placements are curated by the department for your program, so Computer Science students will only see jobs related to their field.

Each posting will have a job description, duration of the term, contact information for the recruiter, etc.

To apply, you simply upload your resume and cover letter and submit it through the portal. 

REMEMBER : You can apply to Co-op placements outside of the portal, but you have to be in communication with the Co-op department to make sure the placements you are applying to meet their requirements for a Co-op position.

If your application is successful, you’ll receive an invitation to proceed to the interview process, which you’ll schedule through the CSM portal as well.

At the end, you’ll receive an email from the Co-op department if you were extended an offer. It’s very rare for companies to have direct contact with applicants instead of going through the department.

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WORK PLACEMENT 

The Co-op work placement is designed to mimic a real life work experience. 

During the Co-op, you’ll earn an hourly wage (depending on the company’s offer), you will go through an onboarding process and training as a new employee and take on real responsibilities as a member of their team. 

Depending on where your placement is, you’ll have lots of opportunities with a variety of companies ranging from bigger companies like IBM and Canadian banks to smaller tech startups. 

A REAL CO-OP EXPERIENCE 

One of our Youth Coaches™, Anna, graduated the UTSC CS in 2021. While she was there, she went through the Co-op program at UTSC Computer Science. 

Here’s her experience so that you can see what it’s like and you can make an informed decision about where you want to study Computer Science.

Here’s what she said about her Co-op experience:

“For my Co-op, I had the more traditional schedule of doing three 4-month work terms with my first one being in the earliest possible term (immediately after my first semester of my second year).  My three placements were at Public Services Procurement Canada, Toronto District School Board, and Index Exchange, respectively, where I took on primarily web development roles As with any Co-op student, I dedicated a lot of time during the prep period to apply for roles. My ratio of applications to interviews was about 10:1, meaning that for every 10 applications I sent out, I usually received at least one interview invitation. I was very lucky with my first and last placements. I had gotten an offer within my first month of applying to jobs, so I ended up saving a lot of time throughout the semester and I didn’t have to do as many interviews. My second placement, however, took about 10 interviews and about three months of seeking before I got an offer. Although it took a lot more time to get my second placement, I was very thankful to get more interview experience. The more interviews I did, the less nervous I felt going into them. I really value my experience at every single one of my work placements. Not all of them were ideal, but it helped me learn what I look for and what I don’t look for in a job. I met a lot of wonderful people and built connections that will last me a lifetime. I’ve learned skills that I’ve used moving forward both in and outside of an academic setting. Ultimately, it gave me an advantage over graduates who have never had a role in the tech field when applying for my first full-time job. I drew on my experiences in all of these roles and gave concrete examples that took place in a professional work environment during my interviews.” 

U of T’s Mississauga campus offers a Professional Experience Year (PEY). The PEY requires 12-16 months in a professional work environment and students can also go abroad to explore various placements. 

Only MCS students who are currently in their third year can apply for the PEY. 

The PEY allows students to gain valuable experience and potentially secure a position before they graduate from U of T. 

If you have questions about the PEY at UTM CS, email [email protected] or connect with a coach now.

Learn more about the Mississauga Computer Science PEY here .

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University of Toronto Computer Science: Common Questions from Students

What are the main differences between the utsg, utsc, and utm computer science programs which of the three is the better program.

As prestigious as UTSG is, the programs themselves are the same.

No matter which campus you go to, every U of T Computer Science student is taught essentially the same curriculum , but there are a couple of differences between them. While there are courses that are exclusive to a specific campus, this doesn’t mean you have to choose one course over another. If you are really keen on taking a course that isn’t offered at your campus, you can easily enroll in cross-campus courses and take that course at the campus where it is offered.

First, the class sizes at UTSG will be significantly bigger than classes at UTM or UTSC. If you prefer smaller class sizes, then these might be the better options for you.  

In terms of internships, the 3 campuses are a bit different. If you’re interested in internships, then you can weigh your options between UTSG’s ASIP, UTSC’s Co-op program, and the PEY at UTM (see the complete breakdown of each in the About the Program section above).

The takeaway here? As with most things, every student is different . Your preferences for campus location, course offerings, faculty, class sizes, etc. might make a certain campus a better fit for you. 

However, this doesn’t mean that one campus is better than the other. U of T is the top-rated school in Canada for a reason , and no matter where you take Computer Science, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge, and strong foundation for a successful academic and professional career.

For more information on the differences between these programs, check out the section we wrote earlier in this guide . 

Is U of T Comp Sci hard to get into?

The short answer? Yes , because the tech industry is growing more popular and more competitive every year. Therefore, as more people are hoping to get into a career in this field, it’s only natural that the admission average rises with every year. There are also thousands of international students trying to get a spot in Canada’s top university.

The admissions averages are also quite high (UTSG: Low 90s; UTSC: Low 90s for both Co-op and non Co-op; and UTM: Low to Mid 80s), and these averages can be hard for students to achieve. 

It is also a bit easier to apply to UTSC and UTM Computer Science because the admission requirements are purely based on marks and you aren’t required to submit a Supplemental Application (which is a mandatory component of the St. George CS application). For students who don’t have a lot of extracurriculars, UTSC and UTM are probably easier to get into because admission is based solely on grades.

The hardest (and most competitive) to get into is the St. George campus , because more people want the social experience of St. George and downtown Toronto experience, so more applicants means more competition.

UTSC and UTM on the other hand are a little more secluded in terms of their campus location (and definitely smaller than UTSG) so they might be a bit easier to get into (if you have a competitive average coming out of high school). 

There are so many options for the Specialist/Majors. How do I choose which area of CS to focus on after my first year?

When choosing what area to focus on (when choosing a Specialist/Major), reflect on your interests and which fields of technology you would be interested in working in . 

For example, if you’re drawn to learning about network security and cryptography, you might want to consider a Specialist in Information Security at UTM. 

Or, if you’re more interested in how people use computers and how to make these experiences people have with software more enjoyable and usable, then you should consider studying Human-Computer Interaction at UTSG. 

Or, if you’re an incredibly hard working, motivated individual who’s passionate about entrepreneurship, then you might want to consider specializing in the limited enrollment Entrepreneurship Stream at UTSC. 

It’s also totally okay to be unsure about what exactly you want to study and what your exact interests are. A lot of students want to learn a little bit about everything to do with Computer Science, so they take a more general approach, like the Specialist/Major in Computer Science or in Software Engineering. 

No matter what you choose, you can rest assured that at U of T you will get a solid foundation for all the areas of Computer Science. You can also take other courses outside of your focus area, so don’t worry about being stuck once you choose your Specialist/Major.

How can I prepare for POSt during my first year?

Before you enrol in your first year courses, make sure that you’re taking all the required courses and that you meet the 4.0 credit requirement for the CS POSt. 

You won’t need to make a definitive decision about your Specialist/Major but you should also familiarize yourself with the requirements for all the programs you’re interested in. 

As you work on the courses in your first year, keep an eye on your grades to ensure that you meet the minimum grade requirement for each course. 

For detailed information about the POSt requirements, refer back to the U of T Computer Science POSt After First Year section above .

What does the workload look like as a U of T CS student?

If you are taking a full course load, the standard is 2.5 credits (or 5 half-year classes) per semester. This makes the course load pretty heavy because you’re focusing on a bunch of different classes at once .  

Most U of T Computer Science courses are focused heavily on assignments , and this can make the workload feel a bit heavy. 

Students will usually get weekly assignments, as well as 2-3 larger assignments throughout the semester. Weekly assignments (which don’t take too long to finish) typically only amount to 10% of the final grade whereas larger assignments can be up to 25-30% each (these larger assignments take 10+ hours to finish). 

If you’re taking courses that are focused a lot around theory, they will be more intensive and the workload will be greater. 

Like most other programs, there will be times when the workload is a lot, especially when assignments and midterms/finals come up. These weeks are the busiest in the year. Just make sure you plan ahead and stay on top of your readings and assignments and you’ll be okay. 

COACH’S TIP : When it comes to course work, organizational skills are key . Our coaches worked with students before they start university to help them learn how to adjust to a big workload, prioritize tasks, and take care of their mental and physical wellbeing at the same time. Our proven approach has helped hundreds of students succeed all throughout university. Connect with a coach to learn more about these workload and study strategies now.

What’s the difference between a CS Specialist and a Major?

A Specialist is a program that delivers a more focused curriculum about a specific research area in the Computer Science field. This is the most in-depth study of a specific area. Students enrolled in a Specialist will also have to complete more credits than a Major.

A Major, on the other hand, provides a more general (but still concentrated) understanding of your field of interest, but not to the level of a Specialist. A Major requires less credits than a Specialist. 

For a complete breakdown of the differences between the CS Specialists and Majors, click here .

What’s the difference between Computer Science and Computer Engineering?

Although the two programs are similar, Computer Engineering is more focused on hardware and the layer of technology between the machine itself and the software. Also, for Computer Engineering, students must take science courses . It is a different department at the University of Toronto (Engineering). 

Computer Science , on the other hand, is heavier on math and theory , and there are various sub-fields of study that students can take. CS students do not need to take science courses (while a CS degree usually covers the basics of hardware, it doesn’t require physics courses). 

In terms of career possibilities, Computer Engineering can lead to more hardware focused jobs , such as developing and designing circuits and microprocessors or working in robotics or aerospace technology. Computer Science focuses more on programming , web development , and database architecture . 

Do I need to know how to code before starting school?

Absolutely not! While it would definitely be helpful and ease the transition into first year, the intro to programming courses assume you have no prior experience with coding. 

The required courses will teach you everything you need to know, so don’t stress if you don’t have an in-depth understanding of coding and other areas of Computer Science. 

What programming languages are used in classes?

In the first year, students usually start off with Python . In later years, students will have the chance to take courses to learn how to use Java and C .

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Application 101: a few Helpful Pointers

Medical school application season is officially underway! You are now wrapping up  your application on OMSAS ! We understand that this time can feel overwhelming, so we have developed some tips for you to consider throughout the application cycle. 

• Make sure that you carefully read through our admissions requirements to ensure that they are all met. Applicants must meet all of these requirements for their applications to proceed to the next round.
• Read through the OMSAS guidelines thoroughly, and make sure everything is submitted by the deadlin e. Check in with your referees to ensure they have submitted their letters by the deadline too!
• Not sure about your prerequisites? We have a webpage for that. Check our listings .
• When choosing your referees, ask them if they feel comfortable giving you a positive and objective reference . Communicate directly with your referees what we are looking for in the letter (hint: over the course of your 3 letters of reference, make sure the four clusters are covered!).
• Ask people to read over your application, to ensure there are no spelling or grammar mistakes, and that your writing is clear and concise. Have people you look up to – such as mentors and professors read over your application, but also invite others to read your application. If you can make a complicated issue understandable to someone who is not familiar with it – you are probably on the right track.
• Give yourself time. Allow your ideas to marinate for a while, and then come back to them . Oftentimes you will think of a new way of wording something, or a more thoughtful insight when you have the time to come back and re-read your application. Tip - the essay limit is 250 words (not 2000 characters).
• Make use of the Academic Explanations Essay if you need to . We understand that life is not always smooth – so please feel comfortable using this essay to convey these situations to us. It can give the admissions committee a better picture of your application and ensures we do not overlook strong applicants who were affected by circumstances beyond their control. It is also useful to use this essay if you have taken a co-op, PEY, transfer credits etc. These things are not always clear on your transcript, so it is best to let us know. FYI - it is not limited to 250 characters.
• Don’t believe everything that you read (unless it comes from us!) . If you have a pressing question, get in touch with us at the Enrolment Services office directly. It can be tempting to go on forums and blogs to get your answers, but oftentimes this is how rumours spread. We are always happy to clarify for you!
• Building on the above point, focus on your application . There is no magic package we are looking for in our applicants. Review the four clusters, and focus on how your activities and achievements exemplify them. Each person has a different story and background that we want to know about. Don’t psych yourself out comparing yours to others. What makes your application strong?

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University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) Supplemental Essays Guide: 2021-2022

Not sure how to approach the UPenn essay prompts? CollegeAdvisor.com’s guide to the UPenn supplemental essays will show you exactly how to write engaging UPenn essays and maximize your chances of admission. Need help crafting your UPenn supplemental essays? Create your free  account  or  schedule a free advising consultation  by calling (844) 343-6272.

UPenn  Essay Guide Quick Facts:

• UPenn has an acceptance rate of 5.7%— U.S. News  ranks UPenn as a  highly competitive  school.
• We recommend answering all UPenn supplemental essays comprehensively and thoughtfully.

Does UPenn Have Supplemental Essays?

Yes. In addition to the main essay prompt that you’ll encounter in the  Common App  or  Coalition App , you’ll also have to answer additional UPenn essays. Both of the required UPenn essays can make a critical difference in admissions.

Need some help writing your Common App essay? Get great tips from our Common App essay  guide .

What are the UPenn Supplemental Essays?

The UPenn supplemental essays 2021-2022 are on the  Common App site . However, you can also visit the  UPenn admissions page  to view the UPenn essay prompts and other application requirements.

How Many Essays does UPenn Require?

There are  two  required UPenn essay prompts on the 2021-2022 Common App. All applicants must complete both UPenn application essays in order to be considered for admission. In addition to the UPenn supplemental essays that all applications must complete, there are additional program-specific essays that we’ll cover below.

As you look at the UPenn essays, however, you’ll also notice that there are several special degree programs with additional UPenn application essays. If you intend to apply to one of these programs, make sure you complete the specific UPenn essays referenced on the UPenn supplemental  essays page .

This guide to the UPenn essay prompts will primarily cover the general UPenn supplemental essays. However, we will walk through the prompts for the program-specific UPenn essays to help you approach them with confidence. You can also use the tips we provide in this guide to help craft your program-specific UPenn application essays.

What does UPenn Look For in Essays?

The point of UPenn supplemental essays is for the admissions officers to get a picture of how you’d fit into UPenn, both academically and socially. Simply put, the UPenn essay prompts are designed to help you show the admissions team who you would be at UPenn.

At the end of the day, the admissions team wants to build a college class full of interesting students from a variety of backgrounds. If your reader can envision how you would fit into this class, your UPenn essays have done their job.

Want to view examples of successful UPenn supplemental essays? Check out our sample UPenn application  essays  written by our advisors who were admitted to UPenn.

How to Write the UPenn Essays:

We have provided the prompts for the 2021-2022 UPenn supplemental essays below. You’ll find a breakdown of how to approach each of the UPenn essays as well as tips for creating an application narrative that will stand out in admissions.

UPenn Supplemental Essays – Question 1 (Required):

Considering the specific undergraduate school you have selected, how will you explore your academic and intellectual interests at the University of Pennsylvania?  For students applying to the coordinated dual-degree and specialized programs, please answer these questions in regard to your single-degree school choice; your interest in the coordinated dual-degree or specialized program may be addressed through the program-specific essay. (300-450 words)

At first glance, the prompt for the first of the UPenn supplemental essays may seem long and elaborate. Of the two required UPenn essay prompts, however, this one is arguably more straightforward. Much of the prompt itself clarifies how students applying to a dual-degree or specialized program should approach the question.

With the fluff removed, your first UPenn essay should answer the much simpler question, “How will you explore your academic and intellectual interests at the University of Pennsylvania?” Looking at this simplified prompt for the UPenn supplemental essays, the key elements stand out. The university wants to know more about your academic and personal interests and how UPenn will help you explore them.

Academic vs. intellectual

Remember, this UPenn essay prompt breaks interests down into two components: academic and intellectual. It may be tempting to conflate these categories. However, this separation gives us insight into how to write the UPenn essays. In evaluating your UPenn supplemental essays, the admissions team wants to see that you prioritize intellectual engagement both inside and outside of the classroom.

As you approach this UPenn essay, compile a list of your interests. Sort out the interests which best show your curiosity, and then categorize them into academic and non-academic. Familiarize yourself with UPenn’s  degrees  and  course  offerings, and then see when your interests—academic and intellectual—accord with UPenn’s resources.

For example, you may plan to study music but have always had a passion for forensics. Use this space to talk about how you’d like to take UPenn’s forensic analysis course.  You may be an American history buff who awaits opportunities for exploration offered by the school’s location in Philadelphia. If there’s a course that will also deepen your understanding of American history, even better! Essentially, this UPenn essay prompt asks you to demonstrate that you’ve done your research and can articulate concrete examples of how UPenn will help you pursue your interests. Remember to draw your readers in with an opening anecdote or story. In fact, when approaching UPenn supplemental essays, remember that how you write about your topic is nearly as important as what you’re writing about.

Be specific

UPenn application essays value quality over quantity and specificity over generality. For example, don’t simply state that you want to take a political science course. Instead, describe a specific course and professor from UPenn’s class roster. Then, include an explanation of how you see yourself learning better in this situation than anywhere else. This prompt grants a generous 450 words, so you have room to be descriptive.

Finally, keep in mind that the prompt asks you to “[consider] the specific undergraduate school you have selected.” While a student applying to the  School of Engineering and Applied Science  (also known as Penn Engineering) and one applying to the  Wharton School  will both describe their passions in their UPenn supplemental essays, the passions that they illustrate should almost certainly be different. That is, make sure your prospective major accords with the rest of your application.

“Why Upenn”

In your UPenn application essay, you essentially want to determine what makes your target school right for you and communicate this to your readers. After completing the UPenn essay prompts, perform a simple test to ensure your essay meets its goals. If you can replace “UPenn” with another school and your essay still makes sense, then you haven’t been specific enough. UPenn supplemental essays should be highly specific to the school. Demonstrated interest, or your ability to show how interested you are in attending the school you’re apply to, is a key part of the application process.

UPenn Essay Draft Key Questions:

• Does your essay distinguish between academic and intellectual interests?
• Do you tailor your response to the specific undergraduate school you are applying to?
• Does your essay mention specific courses, regional attractions, professors, etc. only available at UPenn?

UPenn Supplemental Essays – Question 2 (Required):

At Penn, learning and growth happen outside of the classrooms, too. How will you explore the community at Penn? Consider how this community will help shape your perspective and identity, and how your identity and perspective will help shape this community. (150-200 words)

Of the two required UPenn supplemental essays, this is the shorter–both in delivery and word limit. However, the lower word limit doesn’t make this UPenn essay prompt less consequential. This UPenn essay is just as important as the other UPenn application essays, if not more.

While the first of the UPenn supplemental essays evaluates each prospective student’s intellectual life, the second one gauges each student’s community involvement. Like the other Ivy League institutions, UPenn prioritizes collective learning and engagement with peers. The admissions team hopes that each student will build a sense of community at UPenn–whether that be by joining or creating a club, participating in  school traditions , or otherwise engaging in UPenn’s various offerings. To that end, this UPenn essay serves as an opportunity for you to convey your identities in relation to the UPenn community.

Define community

Like the first UPenn essay, you can approach this UPenn essay prompt in a variety of ways. For instance, you could focus on the school’s location by speaking about the unique culture and history that Philadelphia offers. Successful UPenn supplemental essays may also discuss the school itself, focusing on specific organizations on campus.

Be sure to thoroughly research your UPenn application essays. Don’t just say you hope to join a theater organization. Instead, mention the name of the school’s thespian club (in UPenn’s case,  Quadramics Theatre Co. ). Look at UPenn’s  listings of groups and organizations  before writing, and highlight any organizations that you find appealing.

While you should use your UPenn essay prompts to tell a story about yourself, you should also use these UPenn application essays to discuss interests that don’t appear elsewhere in your application. After all, there are only so many ways to say, “I have a burning love for every possible form of mathematics.” If you’ve already addressed your primary interest in one of the other UPenn supplemental essays, you might choose to focus on a secondary passion in the second essay. In general, UPenn application essays should present a cohesive picture of you as a student and person, not a repetitive one.

Note that this UPenn essay asks how you will grow at UPenn as well as how you will influence the community around you. UPenn does not want a static student. Instead, they want you to actively contribute to your circles while learning from others around you.

Show growth

In your UPenn essay, showcase specific opportunities to learn and grow at UPenn and specify why those opportunities would promote your development. For example, one student might say, “Through Asians for Justice, I can explore my intersectional identity as an Asian American woman and further advocate for social justice initiatives.” This response shows how you hope to be informed by your peers while also clarifying how you hope to make a change in your community. The admissions officers reading UPenn supplemental essays are looking for strong and unique perspectives. Thinking about your definition of community, and how that may evolve during your four years at UPenn can be a helpful place to start.

• Does this essay cover new ground from your first essay?
• Do you reference specific facets of the UPenn community that you hope to participate in?
• Do you explain how you will learn and grow at UPenn?

Program-Specific UPenn Supplemental Essays (Required, if applying to a specialized program):

Dmd: digital media design program.

Why are you interested in the Digital Media Design (DMD) program at the University of Pennsylvania? (400-650 words / 3575 characters)

Huntsman: The Huntsman Program in International Studies and Business

The Huntsman Program supports the development of globally-minded scholars who become engaged citizens, creative innovators, and ethical leaders in the public, private, and non-profit sectors in the United States and internationally. What draws you to a dual-degree program in business and international studies, and how would you use what you learn to make a contribution to a global issue where business and international affairs intersect? (400-650 words)

Interested in applying to the Huntsman Program? This extremely competitive program only admits about 50 students each year. Consequently, the admissions officers are on the lookout for UPenn supplemental essays that stand out from the crowd. Our CollegeAdvisor guide for the Huntsman Program includes tips and an essay example breakdown from an Admissions Expert who was admitted to the program!

LSM: The Roy and Diana Vagelos Program in Life Sciences and Management

The LSM program aims to provide students with a fundamental understanding of the life sciences and their management with an eye to identifying, advancing and implementing innovations. What issues would you want to address using the understanding gained from such a program? Note that this essay should be distinct from your single degree essay. (400-650 words)

M&T: The Jerome Fisher Program in Management and Technology

Explain how you will use the M&T program to explore your interest in business, engineering, and the intersection of the two. (400-650 words)

Describe a problem that you solved that showed leadership and creativity. (250 words)

NETS: The Rajendra and Neera Singh Program in Networked and Social Systems Engineering

Describe your interests in modern networked information systems and technologies, such as the internet, and their impact on society, whether in terms of economics, communication, or the creation of beneficial content for society. Feel free to draw on examples from your own experiences as a user, developer, or student of technology. (400-650 words / 3575 characters)

NHCM: Nursing and Healthcare Management

Discuss your interest in nursing and health care management. How might Penn’s coordinated dual-degree program in nursing and business help you meet your goals? (400-650 words)

Seven-Year Bio-Dental Program

Please list pre-dental or pre-medical experience. This experience can include, but is not limited to, observation in a private practice, dental clinic, or hospital setting, dental assisting, dental laboratory work, dental or medical research, etc. Please include time allotted to each activity, dates of attendance, location, and description of your experience. If you do not have any pre-dental or pre-medical experience, please indicate what you have done that led you to your decision to enter dentistry.

List any activities which demonstrate your ability to work with your hands.

What activities have you performed that demonstrate your ability to work cooperatively with people?

Please explain your reasons for selecting a career in dentistry. Please include what interests you the most in dentistry as well as what interests you the least.

Do you have relatives who are dentists or are in dental school? If so, indicate the name of each relative, his/her relationship to you, the school attended, and the dates attended.

Please note that there is a 250 word limit for the Bio-Dental Program supplemental essays.

VIPER: The Roy and Diana Vagelos Integrated Program in Energy Research

How do you envision your participation in the Vagelos Integrated Program in Energy Research (VIPER) furthering your interests in energy science and technology? Please include any past experiences (ex. academic, research, or extracurricular) that have led to your interest in the program. Additionally, please indicate why you are interested in pursuing dual degrees in science and engineering and which VIPER majors are most interesting to you at this time. (400-650 words)

If you choose to apply for one of the specialized programs above, you must respond to the aforementioned UPenn application essays along with the additional, program-specific UPenn essay.

For these UPenn essay prompts, make sure you reference internships, research programs, clubs, or other experiences that specifically drew you to your chosen program. These programs are highly selective, so demonstrated interest is important.

These UPenn essay prompts are not unlike the ones you’ve already completed! Essentially, all of the program-specific UPenn essay prompts ask you to describe why you’re drawn to the program to which you are applying.

Answering these UPenn application essays requires a two-step approach. Firstly, explain why you’re interested in the program. Take Huntsman, for example, you’ll want to begin your response by describing how your involvement in Future Business Leaders of America has sparked your interest in business and international affairs. Secondly, the best answers to these program-specific UPenn supplemental essays will illustrate how the student’s program program of interest will help them develop personally and professionally. Do your research  —  whether it’s by speaking to students, reading The Daily Pennsylvanian, or simply browsing through the site  —  and highlight specific facets of your chosen program that will allow you to develop your interests.

Program-specific UPenn Essay Draft Key Questions:

• Have you referenced internships, research programs, clubs, or other past experiences?
• Do you extensively convey your expertise and interest in your chosen program?
• Does your essay draft show that you’ve done your research on your chosen program?

UPenn Supplemental Essays – Final Thoughts:

Completing the UPenn supplemental essays can seem daunting, but don’t let them discourage you from applying. Instead, view these UPenn essays as an opportunity to introduce yourself to the admissions team.

For more information on UPenn’s application and the UPenn supplemental essays, you can view this video from their admissions team:

In fact, this  UPenn YouTube  playlist on admissions should be bookmarked by any students looking to attend. Hearing tips, straight from the university on how to approach elements of the application is a great way to clear up confusion and provide guidance if you’re stumped.

You can also check out our free webinar on UPenn, which was led by two current UPenn students. In this webinar, they discuss the ins and outs of attending the University of Pennsylvania, as well as an in-depth look at the admissions process.

When approaching the UPenn supplemental essays, remember to give them the time and attention that they deserve. A well-written set of UPenn essay prompts can work in your favor. Use this UPenn supplemental essays guide, as well as our UPenn essay examples to help you approach each of the UPenn application essays with a solid strategy and enough time to draft and revise each of your answers to the UPenn essay prompts. Good luck!

This 2021-2022 essay guide was written by  Juliana Furigay , Columbia ‘23. For more CollegeAdvisor.com resources on UPenn, click  here . Want help crafting your UPenn supplemental essays? Create your free  account  or  schedule a no-cost advising consultation  by calling (844) 343-6272.

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Congratulations to our 2024 Essay Award Winner

The Department of Health and Society congratulates the winner of this year’s Essay Award, Francine Gasasira!

Francine is a second-year student majoring in Population Health and a double minor in Psychology and Applied Statistics.

The DHS Essay Award invites Black students in the department to submit essays on selected topics in Black health. Francine’s essay examines research into breast cancer among Black women by McMaster University Professor Juliet Daniel. 

“Receiving this award fills me with so much joy and gratitude,” says Francine. “In doing this research, I realized that we can all use our skills to ignite change and solve problems in our world, just like Dr. Juliet Daniel did with her scientific discovery. I believe that it is imperative to recognize the disparities that exist in our world and use any expertise we may have to fill in those gaps. I now feel more empowered to do further research in the health sciences and use my findings to improve the lives of others.”

You can read Francine’s winning essay below.

Dr. Juliet Daniel’s Breast Cancer Research: Addressing Urgent Needs in Black Health

Breast cancer.

Data reveals that breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, affecting millions around the world1. In Canada, breast cancer ranks as the second most prevalent cancer with approximately 1 in 8 women receiving a diagnosis in their lifetime1. Although the survival rates for this illness have significantly increased, there are still disparities regarding access to care, treatment efficacy and survival outcomes2. This essay will specifically explore a form of breast cancer that disproportionately affects Black women and analyze the implications of the ground-breaking research regarding this matter.

Research shows that Black women are less likely to develop breast cancer compared to their Caucasian counterparts3. However, in the instances when they do, Black women tend to develop triple negative breast cancer (TNBC)3. This subtype of breast cancer is very aggressive, tends to spread to important organs very quickly and has the lowest survival rate when compared to other forms of breast cancer3. It is also most prevalent in young Black women1. This discovery led Dr. Juliet Daniel, a lead researcher at McMaster University, to conduct research that will allow scientists and doctors to better understand, prevent and treat this form of breast cancer, which would ultimately save millions of lives3.

Ground-breaking Discovery: Kaiso Gene

Existing research hypothesized that Black women developed TNBC more than Caucasian women because of the social determinants of health, such as socioeconomic status4. However, Dr. Daniel hypothesized that the high incidence of TNBC among Black women could be attributed to genetics4. In 1999, she discovered a gene that she named Kaiso and in 2012, she found that the expression of this gene was higher in the breast cancer tissues of Black when compared to those of Caucasian women3. The Kaiso gene has also been found to be a key contributor to the spread of TNBC to the rest of the body3. Lastly, women who had a high expression of Kaiso, were less likely to survive from breast cancer3.

Implications for Black Health

The discovery of the Kaiso gene and how it is expressed differently by different women with breast cancer is extremely remarkable. It gives cancer researchers all around the world a better understanding of why Black women are affected differently by breast cancer. It also explains why Black women have lower survival rates than White women when diagnosed with breast cancer. Furthermore, it brings researchers, such as Dr. Daniel, one step closer to discovering how to prevent or even develop a more targeted treatment for TNBC and prevent it from spreading to other organs. Although, women are still dying from TNBC, this discovery has laid the foundation for future breast cancer research, especially among Black women. Lastly, this discovery is very encouraging to many Black and female scientists around the world, as Dr. Daniel must have inspired them to take up space in Science and make their mark.

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• BioMark Diagnostics Inc. Revolutionizing Cancer Research: Meet Dr. Juliet Daniel, the Trailblazing Black Scientist Making a Difference in the Lives of Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) Patients - Biomark Diagnostics [Internet]. Biomark Diagnostics. 2023 [cited 2024 Apr 12]. Available from:  https://www.biomarkdiagnostics.com/revolutionizingcancer-research-meet-dr-juliet-daniel-the-trailblazing-black-scientist-making-a-difference-in-the-lives-of-triplenegative-breast-cancer-tnbc-patients/
• Canada,. Passion and persistence: How fundamental research is addressing an aggressive breast cancer – CIHR [Internet]. Cihr-irsc.gc.ca. 2020 [cited 2024 Apr 12]. Available from:  https://cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/53154.html
• Biologist Juliet Daniel named one of Canada’s top Black innovators in research and medicine [Internet]. Mcmaster.ca. 2024 [cited 2024 Apr 12]. Available from: https://brighterworld.mcmaster.ca/articles/juliet-daniel-cipo-top-blackinnovator-research-medicine/