The University of Toronto (Canada)

Very large campus with many different programs. It's so important to find your niche, otherwise you might feel lost in the sea of students. Once you know what you'd like to major in, check and see if there are specialty programs - research opportunities, independent projects, specialization programs, etc. And if you can swing it - live on campus! Even if your family lives in Toronto. Getting that year or two on campus will make a huge difference in how happy you are at U of T. I also highly recommend getting an on-campus job - at the library, in a lab, at the rec center, whatever. Will make you feel more involved and it's a great source of extra cash while you're studying,

4th Year Female -- Class 2012

Education Quality: A+, Collaboration/Competitive: C

University of Toronto is the strongest university in Canada. How much a student can get from this institution has a lot to do with their own attitude. Usually 20% of class get A or A-. So do not complain if you get a B or C. Professors are friendly, helpful and of high caliber. Both professors and TAs have office hours every week. If you have a question, they are always ready to help.

2nd Year Male -- Class 2016

Faculty Accessibility: A, Useful Schoolwork: B

Went to U of Toronto between 1995-1999 for BS in Human biology. First class had 2000 students at convocation hall. that was interesting. They also told us that the one person on either side of where you were sitting would not be there by the time the class ended in May. Reassuring.One thing U of Toronto taught me was to be resilient. Had to study, had to keep up with the workload. That became very useful later in my doctoral degree. Other students from other colleges/universities couldn't keep up because they were babied in school. Not the case at UofT. Sink or swim. did help me in the end.

4th Year Male -- Class 1999

Surrounding City: A+, Individual Value: F