The University of Toronto's Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering offers a Master of Engineering (MEng) across multiple departments — including Electrical & Computer Engineering, Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Chemical Engineering, among others — as a one-to-two-year, course-based professional master's degree aimed squarely at industry-track engineers rather than research careers. It's a different track from U of T's thesis-stream MASc: where the MASc is research-based and comes with guaranteed funding, the MEng is a professional degree designed to deepen technical specialization and employability, typically self-funded, and increasingly popular among international engineers — including a large cohort from India — who want a Canadian engineering master's with a direct path toward Canadian permanent residency and employment.
Acceptance Rate
U of T does not publish an official acceptance rate at the graduate level, university-wide or by faculty/department, and the MEng is no exception — no acceptance rate figure is disclosed for this programme.
There is no honest numeric proxy to offer for MEng specifically, so treat the following as qualitative context:
- The MEng is generally understood to be less research-selective than U of T's thesis-stream MASc, because it does not require a faculty supervisor match — admission is assessed by the graduate unit's admissions committee against academic record and fit alone, without the added constraint of research-group capacity.
- That said, "less selective than the MASc" does not mean easy — U of T's Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering is highly ranked and consistently attracts a strong international applicant pool, particularly from India, China, and other markets sending large volumes of engineering graduates to Canadian master's programmes.
- Because it is a professional, course-based, fee-generating programme rather than a funded research seat, cohort sizes for MEng programmes are generally larger and more flexible than thesis-stream cohorts, which is part of why it is a realistic target for a broader range of strong applicants.
For the university-wide admissions picture, see Gabble's University of Toronto acceptance rate guide.
Tuition and Fees
U of T does not publish one flat university-wide MEng fee — tuition varies by department and specialization. In the absence of an MEng-specific figure in this dataset, the table below uses U of T's general graduate-level representative figures as a clearly labeled proxy; confirm the exact fee on your target department's MEng page before applying.
| Item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Domestic tuition (general graduate representative rate) | ~$6,784/year |
| International tuition (general graduate representative rate) | ~$24,640/year |
| Estimated living expenses (Toronto) | ~$12,284/year |
| Estimated total cost of attendance (international) | ~$36,924/year |
| Application fee | $92 |
Important funding distinction: the MEng is explicitly excluded from U of T's guaranteed funding packages. U of T's own scholarship data states that most research-based (thesis-stream) master's and PhD students receive a guaranteed minimum annual funding package — but "professional/course-based master's programmes (e.g., most Rotman master's, MEng) are typically not eligible for guaranteed funding." Budget the MEng as a self-funded degree, similar in structure to a US or UK professional taught master's, rather than assuming any Canadian-style funding guarantee will apply.
Admission Requirements
U of T's School of Graduate Studies (SGS) sets a minimum admission standard equivalent to a mid-B average (roughly 55% on a Canadian scale, or 2nd Class Honours, Lower Division); individual MEng programmes/departments may set a higher effective threshold. International credentials are converted using U of T's own International Credentials Equivalencies tool rather than a single global GPA conversion.
Required documents:
- Statement of intent / research interest statement (for MEng, this is typically framed around your career and specialization goals rather than a research proposal)
- Two to three academic (or academic plus professional) references
- Official transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions
- CV/resume
- English language proficiency test scores (IELTS or TOEFL — PTE is not accepted at the graduate/SGS level)
GRE/GMAT: Not required for MEng programmes. GRE/GMAT requirements at U of T apply specifically to the Rotman Full-Time MBA.
Intake and deadlines: Fall (September) start; MEng programmes tend to run on a somewhat later and more flexible deadline calendar than thesis-stream research programmes, but applying within the December–February window used by most research-based programmes is a safe general target.
How to Get In
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Pick a specific department and specialization, not a generic "MEng" application. Because MEng runs through individual engineering departments (Electrical & Computer, Mechanical & Industrial, Civil, Chemical, and others), your statement of intent should name the department, the specialization stream if one exists, and a clear rationale for why that specific technical focus fits your background and goals.
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Use your professional/industry experience as a strength, not a gap. Unlike the research-focused MASc, the MEng rewards applicants who can connect prior internships, co-ops, or work experience to their intended specialization — admissions committees are assessing employability and technical fit, not research potential.
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Don't undersell your GPA conversion. Since SGS uses U of T's own International Credentials Equivalencies tool rather than a blanket conversion, make sure transcripts are submitted in a form that lets the university accurately assess your standing — incomplete or poorly formatted transcripts can understate a genuinely strong academic record.
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Target Canadian PR-relevant outcomes explicitly if that's part of your motivation. A large share of MEng applicants — particularly from India — choose U of T's MEng partly for the pathway it offers toward Canadian work experience and permanent residency; while this isn't an admissions criterion per se, understanding how the degree fits into that broader plan should shape which specialization and co-op/PEY (Professional Experience Year) options you pursue once admitted.
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Apply within the same December–February window as research-stream programmes, even though MEng deadlines can run more flexibly, since popular specializations and desirable start dates fill up over the cycle.
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Budget the recommended 12 weeks for English test prep before your target submission date.
English Proficiency Requirement
| Test | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.0 overall, 6.5 minimum in each component | 7.5 |
| TOEFL iBT | 93 overall, 22 minimum in Speaking and Writing (pre-21 Jan 2026 scale) | 100 |
TOEFL's scoring scale changes from 21 January 2026 onward to a new 1–6, CEFR-aligned scale; on that new scale, U of T's requirement is an overall 4.5, with 4.5 in Writing and 4.0 in Speaking. Applicants who completed a prior degree taught and examined in English at a recognized institution in Canada or another approved English-dominant country are generally exempt. U of T's School of Graduate Studies does not generally offer a formal conditional-admission pathway in place of a qualifying English score — some graduate units point admitted students toward bridging courses through the School of Continuing Studies instead.
For the full score breakdown and section-by-section prep strategy, see Gabble's dedicated guides: University of Toronto IELTS requirements and University of Toronto TOEFL requirements.
Career Outcomes
U of T does not publish a graduate-level employment rate or average starting salary specific to the MEng, but the university-wide graduate recruiter list gives a directional signal:
| Metric | Figure |
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| Top graduate recruiters (university-wide) | Amazon, EY (Ernst & Young), Deloitte, KPMG, Gartner, McKinsey & Company |
MEng graduates in Canada are generally positioned for direct industry roles rather than research careers, and Toronto's dense engineering, infrastructure, energy, and technology employer base gives MEng graduates strong local placement options. Many MEng programmes offer an optional Professional Experience Year (PEY Co-op) or capstone industry project, which meaningfully strengthens post-graduation employment outcomes and is worth prioritizing when choosing between specialization tracks.
FAQ
What's the difference between MEng and MASc at U of T? MEng is a course-based professional master's aimed at industry careers, typically self-funded, with no research-supervisor requirement. MASc is a thesis-stream research master's with guaranteed funding but a more research-oriented admissions bar, including securing a supervisor.
Is the MEng funded like the MASc or PhD? No — MEng is explicitly excluded from U of T's guaranteed graduate funding packages, which apply to thesis-stream (research) master's and PhD students only. Budget the MEng as self-funded.
Do I need a supervisor to apply for the MEng? No — unlike the MASc, MEng admission doesn't require securing a faculty research supervisor, since it's a course-based rather than thesis-based degree.
Is the GRE required for U of T's MEng? No — GRE/GMAT requirements at U of T apply to the Rotman Full-Time MBA, not to MEng programmes.
Which department should I apply to for an MEng? It depends on your background and goals — U of T offers MEng programmes across Electrical & Computer, Mechanical & Industrial, Civil, Chemical, and other engineering departments; research each department's specialization streams before applying, since fees, structure, and course offerings vary.
What IELTS/TOEFL score should I target? Aim for U of T's recommended scores — IELTS 7.5 or TOEFL 100 — rather than the bare minimum of IELTS 7.0/TOEFL 93, to keep a comfortable margin above the graduate-level floor.
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