Journalism at TMU: Admission Average
Toronto Metropolitan University · Toronto, ON
What average do you need for Journalism at TMU?
Journalism at Toronto Metropolitan University typically admits students with averages in the high 70s-80s, roughly 78–89%. It ranks #13 of 15 TMU programs by admission average.
One of Canada's most respected journalism programs. Portfolio/interview required.
How competitive is it?
Of the 3 universities we track that offer it, 2 ask for a higher average and none ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 89% or higher is above the typical range, 78% up to 89% is inside it, and 74% up to 78% is a reach. Cut-offs move every year, so apply to a mix of schools.
Ontario applicants are assessed on their top six Grade 12 U/M courses, including the program's prerequisites. Work out yours with the Best 6 calculator.
Journalism at other universities
- Carleton University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Regina – mid-to-high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- Portfolio of writing (valued at most programs)
First-year courses
- Reporting Fundamentals
- Media Law & Ethics
- Writing for Broadcast
- Digital Journalism
- Visual Storytelling
These are typical for Journalism programs across Canada. About the Journalism degree
After a Journalism degree
Journalism usually takes 4 years.
- Journalist – $45,000 to $95,000
- TMU (Ryerson) and Carleton are the two most respected journalism programs in Canada - admission is competitive.
- Data journalism (using coding and data analysis for stories) is the fastest-growing and most employable specialisation.
- Start building a published portfolio before applying - clip books matter more than GPA in journalism.
Applying to TMU
Formerly Ryerson University, Toronto Metropolitan University sits in the heart of downtown Toronto and is known for its career-focused, professionally oriented programs. TMU has strong programs in business (Ted Rogers School), journalism, film, nursing, and engineering. Its downtown location is a genuine advantage - students have immediate access to Toronto's media, finance, and tech industries.
Toronto Metropolitan University is in Toronto, ON, was founded in 1948 and has about 47,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $6,100 a year and co-op is available.
Deadlines: OUAC (Ontario) January 15.
- TMU's downtown Toronto location is genuinely one of its biggest assets - internships and part-time work opportunities are unmatched.
- Ted Rogers School of Business has strong alumni networks in Toronto finance and consulting.
- The university is actively elevating its research profile - reputation is rising.
Other TMU programs
- Business (Ted Rogers - BComm) – high 80s
- Accounting & Finance – high 80s
- Retail Management – high 80s
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Software Engineering – high 80s
- Electrical Engineering – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering – high 80s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s-low 90s
- Film Studies – high 70s-80s
- Interior Design – high 80s
- Architecture (BArch) – high 80s
- Urban & Regional Planning – high 80s
- Early Childhood Education – high 70s
- Nutrition & Food – high 80s