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Tuition and Fees
Fees for our graduate programs are charged per session, not by course or by program. Each program has its own sessional fee according to the tables below.
Domestic Students
Please see the domestic fee tables for information on our tuition, system access, incidental, and ancillary fees.
- Master of Information (MI) – see Table 31
- Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) – see Table 39
- Diploma of Advanced Study in Information Studies (DAIS) – see Table 58
- Doctoral (PhD) – see Table 5
- Concurrent Registration Option (CRO): MI/MMSt – see Table 1
- Note: in Year 1 & Year 2 full-time program fees are charged; in Year 3, a full-time plus a part-time fee will be charged.
International Students
Please see the international fee tables for information on our tuition, system access, incidental, and ancillary fees.
- Master of Information (MI) – see Table 32
- Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) – see Table 40
- Diploma of Advanced Study in Information Studies (DAIS) – see Table 59
- Doctoral (PhD) – see Table 5
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Cost of Living in Toronto
Moving to Toronto? The Centre for International Experience provides information on financial matters, including a estimated cost of living and studying at U of T for one year.
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Scholarships for Incoming Students
The Master of Information (MI) and Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) programs are supported by a variety of entrance awards. Applicants must submit their complete applications and supporting documents by January 31 of each year to be automatically considered for these awards.
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program includes a guaranteed funding package. Please visit the section of this page on PhD funding for complete information.
The following awards are available for incoming students:
Open Fellowships The iSchool offers full tuition fee scholarships to a limited number of outstanding incoming students to the Master of Information (MI) or Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) programs. Value: Full tuition up to the value of domestic tuition fees minus any student-voted initiatives, such as the Tech Fund or student council fees (MISC/MUSSA).
Renewable: Yes
Eligibility
- Full-time students enrolled in the MI or MMSt programs
- Academic excellence in the admitting undergraduate degree(s) – minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of A- (3.70/4.00) or better
- Open to both domestic and international students
Application
Admission application to the MI or MMSt program completed and received at the university by January 31. No separate award application needed. Automatic consideration. It is the responsibility of applicants to notify referees of any early deadlines for submission of documents to be considered for entrance awards consideration.Award Conditions: Renewal
- Automatic if a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.70 or better is attained in the first 8 (4.0 FCEs) graded courses for MI students and the first 7 (3.5 FCEs) graded courses, excluding MSL3000Y, for MMSt students during the first 12 months of the program
- Please note that the CGPA used for renewals will be the one provided by ROSI, the university’s Repository of Student Information. No rounding up will be allowed.
- Students must remain registered full-time for the entire academic year they hold the award
- Renewals are automatically granted based on students completing the degree in two consecutive years. Funding cannot be guaranteed beyond this time period.
Student Assistantships Value: $3,000 Renewable: No
Eligibility
- Full-time student enrolled in the Master of Information (MI) or Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) program.
- Academic excellence in admitting undergraduate degree(s), a minimum GPA of A- (3.70/4.0) is required.
- Open to both domestic and international students
Application
Admission application to the Master’s program completed and received at the university by January 31. No separate award application needed. Automatic consideration. It is the responsibility of applicants to notify referees of any early deadlines for submission of documents to be considered for entrance awards consideration.Award Conditions
- Students must remain registered full-time for the entire academic year they hold the award.
- Students will be matched with a faculty member or senior administrator to assist them as needed and receive mentorship.
Alumni Fund Scholarship Value: $5,000 Renewable: No
Eligibility
- Incoming full-time students enrolling in the Master of Information program.
- High standing in previous academic work. A minimum GPA of A- (3.70/4.0) is required.
Application:
Admission application to the Master of Information completed and received at the university by January 31. No separate award application needed. Automatic consideration.Award Condition:
Students must remain registered full-time for the entire academic year they hold the award.Dean’s Master of Information Scholarship Value: $5,000 Number: Varies
Renewable: No
Eligibility
- Incoming full-time students enrolling in the Master of Information degree.
- High standing in previous academic work. A minimum GPA of A- (3.70/4.0) is required.
Application
Admission application to the Master of Information completed and received at the university by January 31. No separate award application needed. Automatic consideration.Award Condition
Students must remain registered full-time for the entire academic year they hold the award.H.W. Wilson Foundation Scholarship Value: Varies Renewable: No
Eligibility
- Incoming full-time students enrolling in the Master of Information program.
- High standing in previous academic work. A minimum GPA of A- (3.70/4.0) is required.
Application
Application to the Master of Information completed and received at the university by January 31. No separate award application needed. Automatic consideration.Award Condition
Students must remain registered full-time for the entire academic year they hold the award.Mary Grace McConnell Graduate Scholarship Value: Varies Renewable: No
Eligibility
- An incoming full-time Master of Information student who has demonstrated an interest in public librarianship
- Preference to a student from the Quinte Ontario area
- Financial need will be considered
- Good academic standing. A minimum GPA of A- (3.70/4.0) is required.
Application
Admission application to the Master of Information completed and received at the university by January 31. No separate award application needed. Automatic consideration.
Award Condition- Students must remain registered full-time for the entire academic year they hold the award
- Awarded in late winter or early spring
The 1971 School of Library Science Scholarship Value: Varies Number: Varies
Renewable: No
Eligibility
- Incoming full-time students enrolling in the Master of Information degree
- High standing in previous academic work. A minimum GPA of A- (3.70/4.0) is required.
Application
Admission application to the Master of Information completed and received at the university by January 31. No separate award application needed. Automatic consideration.Award Condition
Students must remain registered full-time for the entire academic year they hold the award.University of Toronto Awards The School of Graduate Studies also administers various awards for incoming students. Applicants are encouraged to visit the School of Graduate Studies page on Financing Your Graduate Education for more details. Other Faculty of Information Awards A number of other Faculty of Information awards are available to students already enrolled in a program. Please see the list of awards for current students for more information. -
Employment While Studying
Many students find employment on or off-campus to supplement their income while studying.
Please visit our Careers Office page for more information on:
- Career Advising
- On and Off-Campus Jobs
- Networking and Professional Development
- Internship Opportunities
- MI Co-Operative Education Option
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Financial Aid
OSAP and Other Government Aid
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a government financial aid program made up of a mix of grants and loans. Once you apply and qualify for OSAP, you’ll be considered automatically for other sources of funding, like UTAPS. If you’re from another Canadian province, territory, or First Nations band, you can apply for aid through your government’s financial aid program or your First Nations band.
UTAPS: University of Toronto Advanced Planning for Students
Does your government financial aid not quite cover all your costs? UTAPS is for full-time students who receive the maximum government financial aid available but whose funding still doesn’t cover all their university costs. UTAPS helps fill the financial gap. Ontario residents must be receiving OSAP to be considered. If you’re receiving financial aid from another Canadian province, territory or a First Nations band, you may be eligible for UTAPS too.
Note: Students entering professional-stream programs such as the Master of Information (MI) and Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) in September 2017 or later are not eligible to receive UTAPS funding. Students in these programs are directed to apply to the Scotia Professional Plan for Students to meet financial need above that provided by government aid. Undergraduate and PhD students remain eligible for UTAPS.
Bank Loans and Student Lines of Credit
Starting in September 2017, students in professional programs such as the Master of Information (MI) and Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) can apply for a low-interest bank line of credit through the Scotia Professional Plan for Students. Or if you’re a US citizen, the US Direct Loan Program could provide the support you need.
Emergency Grants
As much as you plan ahead, you can’t always avoid an unexpected financial crisis. The University of Toronto has grants available for emergency situations.
Students with Disabilities
Explore the funding opportunities available for students with disabilities. In addition to OSAP, you’ll find a mix of grants and programs to help make university accessible and successful.
Work-Study Program
Develop your skills, knowledge, and work experience through the University of Toronto’s Work-Study Program. You can be hired for paid work on campus.
