Computer Science at UofT: Admission Average
University of Toronto · Toronto, ON
What average do you need for Computer Science at UofT?
Computer Science at University of Toronto typically admits students with averages in the low-to-mid 90s, roughly 88–94%. It is the most competitive of the 16 UofT programs we track.
Very competitive. Strong industry connections in Toronto tech.
How competitive is it?
Of the 31 universities we track that offer it, 1 asks for a higher average and 27 ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 94% or higher is above the typical range, 88% up to 94% is inside it, and 84% up to 88% 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.
Computer Science at other universities
- University of Waterloo – high 90s (95-98%+)
- University of British Columbia – high 80s-low 90s (BC) / low-mid 90s (OOP)
- McGill University – low-to-mid 90s
- Université de Montréal – high 80s-low 90s
- McMaster University – high 80s
- Western University – high 80s
- University of Ottawa – high 80s
- Carleton University – high 80s
- University of Guelph – high 80s
- Wilfrid Laurier University – high 80s
- Brock University – high 80s
- Ontario Tech University – high 80s
- University of Windsor – high 80s
- York University – high 80s
- Toronto Metropolitan University – high 80s
- University of Victoria – high 80s
- Concordia University – high 80s
- Université Laval – high 80s
- University of Calgary – high 80s
- Dalhousie University – high 80s
- Acadia University – high 80s
- University of Manitoba – high 80s
- University of Saskatchewan – high 80s
- University of Regina – high 80s
- University of New Brunswick – high 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – high 80s
- University of Northern BC – mid-to-high 80s
- Thompson Rivers University – mid-to-high 80s
- MacEwan University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Prince Edward Island – mid-to-high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus & Vectors
- One additional U/M course
- Computer Science (recommended)
First-year courses
- Calculus I & II
- Linear Algebra
- Introduction to Programming
- Discrete Mathematics
- Statistics
These are typical for Computer Science programs across Canada. About the Computer Science degree
After a Computer Science degree
Computer Science usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Software Engineer – $85,000 to $180,000+
- Data Scientist – $70,000 to $150,000
- AI / Machine Learning Engineer – $95,000 to $200,000+
- Cybersecurity Analyst – $75,000 to $150,000
- Game Developer – $65,000 to $130,000
- Waterloo CS is among the most competitive CS programs in Canada - the Admission Information Form is required, and contest results (CCC, Euclid) can strengthen an application.
- The theory-heavy first two years surprise many students - if you want applied work immediately, co-op is the relief valve.
- AI coding tools have reduced traditional junior developer openings - co-op experience, internships, and depth in areas like AI, security, or systems matter more than ever.
Applying to UofT
The University of Toronto consistently ranks among Canada's top two universities and among the top 35 in the world. It is a sprawling, research-intensive institution with three campuses in the Greater Toronto Area. UofT is known for its exceptional depth across virtually every discipline, Nobel-calibre faculty, and strong connections to Toronto's finance, tech, and healthcare industries. The sheer size and academic intensity can be daunting for some students, but those who thrive here benefit from unmatched resources and prestige.
University of Toronto is in Toronto, ON, was founded in 1827 and has about 103,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $6,200 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: OUAC (Ontario) January 15; direct application N/A - OUAC only for Ontario students.
- UofT's supplemental application is taken seriously - generic answers are screened out quickly.
- Grade 12 marks matter most, but Grade 11 marks are used for early conditional offers.
- The internal competition for certain programs (notably Life Sciences to Med) is extremely intense.
Other UofT programs
- Engineering Science – mid-to-high 90s
- TrackOne, Undeclared Engineering – low 90s
- Electrical & Computer Eng. – low-to-mid 90s
- Mechanical & Industrial Eng. – low 90s
- Rotman Commerce – low 90s
- Life Sciences (Pre-Med) – high 80s-low 90s
- Cognitive Science – high 80s
- Statistics – high 80s-low 90s
- Architecture – high 80s
- Kinesiology & Physical Education – high 80s
- Arts & Science – high 80s
- Global Affairs – high 80s
- Mathematics – high 80s-low 90s
- Physics – high 80s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s-low 90s