If I apply for the IFP, will I automatically be considered for direct admission if my English Proficiency Test (EPT) scores meet direct admission requirements?
No – you should apply for both IFP and direct admission if you do not know whether you will meet direct admission EPT requirements before the document deadline. This also applies to the opposite scenario. If a student only applies for direct admission and does not meet the direct admission EPT requirements, they will not…
I need a letter to extend my visa. Where can I get one?
The International Programs Office can provide you with a letter of support. Please email foundation.program@utoronto.ca to request one.
What if I score less than 60% in one of my IFP courses?
Your offer to the University of Toronto is conditional on the successful completion of the IFP. If you score less than 60% in an IFP course, you will not meet the conditions of your offer, and your admission offer to UofT will be withdrawn. You will get constant feedback and evaluation from your instructors so…
Can I live in Residence next year?
Yes, but it will depend on your involvement in residence, distance from home and your CGPA. You will have to apply on your own with the Residence Office in the spring.
Can I request a single room/specific roommate in Residence?
Yes, you can request a single room or specific roommate. The College Residence Office will do their best to accommodate your request; however, due to limited room availability, they cannot guarantee that your request will be granted.
Can I get a meal plan if I do not live in Residence?
If you chose to not live in residence, purchasing a meal plan directly from the University of Toronto’s Food Services will be your responsibility. For more information about the different options available, please visit the Food Services website. For more information regarding meal plans, please visit New College’s meal plan page.
When can I buy my return ticket home for Winter Break?
Exam schedules will be released by the Office of the Registrar around October. You should be able to know when your last exam will be by then and plan accordingly.
Do I have to pay all my fees at once?
You must pay your full tuition fee at once. Your tuition fee will be posted on your ACORN account as soon as it is available. Your residence fees will be posted on your ACORN account in three installments (August, November and January). Please remember to check your ACORN regularly to see if you have any outstanding fees that…

