Pre-University Programs

Students talking in front of Sidney Smith Hall

Experience U of T! 

For high school students who are interested in attending university – or who just want to deepen their learning in a specific subject – the Faculty of Arts & Science offers a number of pre-university programs designed to give you a sample of what studying at U of T is all about.

Students will participate in lectures, workshops, discussions and other learning activities to expand your knowledge, learn from U of T faculty and connect with other students who share your interests. Programs are coordinated by U of T staff and are available throughout the year, with most programs hosted in the summer. 

 

Note: pre-university programs are designed for high school students interested in experiencing U of T’s academic programs. If you are an incoming Arts & Science student preparing to start your first year at U of T, learn more about our Arrive Ready for U of T academic prep program. 

For educators looking to introduce their grade 11 and 12 students to learning in the Faculty of Arts & Science, visit our Educator Resources page.

Find programs by area of study: 

 

 

All programs offered are subject to change at the discretion of each department. For the most up-to-date, program-specific information and future dates, please visit each program website. 


Math Programs

 

Math Academy 

Audience: Grade 9-12 students
Program Dates: March Break and Summer 
Cost: $CAD 400.00 + tax 
Contact: outreach@math.toronto.edu 

Math Academy provides a challenging, one-week intensive enrichment experience for high school students. Students are accepted into the program based on their solutions to a problem set, which is aimed at highlighting their ability to think mathematically and creatively rather than testing for specific curricular knowledge. Each one-week term is a standalone course that goes in-depth on a single topic. Math Academy includes both lecture-style teaching and significant time devoted to independent and small-group problem-solving. 

Learn more about Math Academy

 

Math Mentorship 

Audience: Grade 9-12 students
Program Dates: January – May (flexible meeting schedules)   
Cost: $CAD 150.00 + tax
Contact: outreach@math.toronto.edu 

Math Mentorship offers a unique opportunity for high school students to collaborate with our current graduate students, post-doctoral fellows and faculty members in a mathematical research project. Mentees will meet with their mentors on a regular basis either virtually or at the U of T downtown St. George campus about once or twice per month to go over the project.

Learn more about Math Mentorship

 

Back to Top


Science Programs 

 

Science Unlimited 

Audience: Grade 10-11 students
Program Date: Summer
Cost: $CAD 325.00 
Contact: outreach@physics.utoronto.ca 

Science Unlimited  offers high school students a unique opportunity to participate in a week of workshops from the Departments of Astronomy & Astrophysics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Math, Physics and the School of the Environment. This program runs for one week, from 8:30 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Spaces are limited.

Learn more about Science Unlimited

 

Perspectives on Global Health 

Audience: Students ages 15-18
Program Dates: Winter (10 weeks, every Saturday) and Summer (2 weeks, Monday-Friday)
Cost: $CAD 720.00 (Winter) $CAD 770.00 (Summer)
Contact: internationalprograms@utoronto.ca

Perspectives on Global Health is an online course designed for students who want to explore and analyze the complex factors that highlight key global health challenges. Each class will be held online for two hours with a significant amount of time dedicated to group work. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate of completion.

Learn more about Perspectives on Global Health

 

Back to Top


Multidisciplinary Programs

 

Global Citizenship Challenge 

Audience: Students ages 15-18  
Program Dates: Summer
Cost: $CAD 530.00
Contact: internationalprograms@utoronto.ca 

Global Citizenship Challenge is a one-week online course that is designed for students to create their own solutions to an unsolved problem affecting the global community. Students will work in small groups to discuss solutions and present them to the program staff, community leaders and family members. At the end of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion.      

Learn more about Global Citizenship Challenge

 

UC Summer Drama for International Students 

Audience: Students ages 15-18
Program Dates: July (3 weeks)
Cost: $CAD 5,800.00 (all-inclusive including accommodations)  
Contact: summer.drama@utoronto.ca 

UC Summer Drama for International Students provides participants with the opportunity to receive professional training from a post-secondary theatre program. Participants will select one of the two streams embedded in the program: Acting Workshops or Digital Media & Sound Design. Participants in both streams will participate in ESL program in the afternoon that will use theatrical techniques to improve intonation, vocabulary and articulation. Fluent English speakers will have an opportunity to participate in optional specialized workshops in theatre or music. The following program also provides students with an opportunity to explore Toronto’s cultural and artistic scenes through group outings and activities in the evenings and weekends.   

Learn more about UC Summer Drama for International Students

 

Back to Top


Youth International English Program

 

General English Course (GEC)

Audience: Students ages 13-18
Program Date: Summer (3 weeks)   
Cost: $CAD 5,050
Contact: internationalprograms@utoronto.ca 

The General English Course (GEC) offers daily classes led by fully-accredited English language teachers that develop all aspects of students’ English abilities, including speaking, listening, writing, reading and vocabulary. GEC is designed for students at any level of English proficiency. At the end of the GEC, students receive a personalized evaluation and those who succeed are rewarded a certificate of course completion.   

Learn more about the GEC

 

Academic Preparation Course (APC)

Audience: Students ages 15-18
Program Date: Summer (3 weeks)
Cost: $CAD 5,200
Contact: internationalprograms@utoronto.ca 

The Academic Preparation Course (APC) offers daily classes to challenge students to develop their English in an academic setting. With a particular focus on writing, critical reading and oral presentation skills, it is especially appropriate for motivated students who are considering applying to an English-language university. APC is designed for students who have an upper-intermediate level of English proficiency. At the end of the APC, students receive a personalized evaluation and those who succeed are rewarded a certificate of course completion.

Learn more about the APC

 

Back to Top


Faculty of Law Program

 

Youth Summer Program (Law YSP) 

Audience: Grade 10-12 students
Program Date: Summer
Cost: $CAD 1,100.00 per module, additional $CAD 98.00 non-refundable registration fee   
Contact: ysp.law@utoronto.ca 

Youth Summer Program (Law YSP) is a program designed for students who are interested in learning different topics in law such as criminal law, law and politics, international law, corporate law and trial advocacy. Students can spend between 1-5 weeks at the Faculty of Law depending on the number of modules they wish to enroll in. Modules will consist of lectures, activities and virtual field trips. A certificate will be provided upon the completion of each module and all its requirements.   

Learn more about Law YSP

 

Back to Top


Faculty of Medicine Program

 

Youth Summer Program (Med YSP) 

Audience: Grade 10-12 students
Program Date: Summer
Cost: $CAD 1,488.00 per module, additional $CAD 98.00 non-refundable registration fee   
Contact: med.ysp@utoronto.ca   

Youth Summer Program (Med YSP) is a program designed for students who are interested in learning different topics in the Faculty of Medicine such as physiology, molecular biology and genetics, pharmacology and toxicology, and microbiology and the world of microbes. Students can spend between 1-4 weeks at the Faculty of Medicine depending on the number of modules they wish to enrol in. Modules will consist of lectures, online labs, small group breakout sessions, daily concepts review and trivia contests. A certificate will be provided upon the completion of each module and all its requirements.   

Learn more about Med YSP

 

Back to Top