Toronto Metropolitan University Entrance Scholarships 2026 Announced
Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) has once again opened its doors wide to ambitious students worldwide with its Fall 2026 General Entrance Scholarships Program—a prestigious opportunity worth over $7 million in total funding for first-year undergraduate students. Whether you’re a high-achieving high school graduate or a globally minded student ready to take your first step in Canada, TMU’s scholarship lineup for 2026–2027 offers life-changing support and recognition.
Undergraduate Opportunities: Where Talent Meets Reward
TMU believes in celebrating excellence. Students entering their first year in Fall 2026 will automatically be considered for guaranteed and renewable entrance scholarships based on their academic performance:
| Final Admission Average | Year One Award | Annual Renewable | Total Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95%+ | $3,000 | $3,000 | $12,000 |
| 90–94.99% | $1,500 | $1,500 | $6,000 |
| 86–89.99% | $750 | $750 | $3,000 |
These scholarships reward consistent academic excellence and are open to both Canadian and international students. Students must maintain the required CGPA each year to renew the award.
List of Scholarships at Toronto Metropolitan University in 2026
1# President’s Entrance Scholarship
This is TMU’s most prestigious undergraduate scholarship—valued at $40,000 CAD (up to $10,000 annually, renewable)—awarded to 12 exceptional students who embody leadership, creativity, and academic brilliance.
Recipients also enjoy reserved on-campus housing at Pitman Hall or the International Living/Learning Centre, offering an ideal start to life at TMU.
Eligibility requires a minimum 90% admission average, along with:
- An essay or creative project (max 500 words) showing originality and vision
- Two letters of reference (academic and leadership-based)
- A list of leadership activities from the last two years of high school.
Open to Canadian and international applicants, this award symbolizes both prestige and opportunity.
2# Terence Grier Entrance Scholarship
Named in honor of a transformative TMU president, this award offers full tuition coverage for the first year to one deserving student. Applicants must hold at least an 85% average and provide:
- A personal statement
- Two reference letters (academic and aptitude-based)
This scholarship recognizes leadership and academic strength in equal measure—an ideal choice for driven individuals ready to shape their field.
For International Trailblazers: ISLA Awards
The International Student Leadership Award (ISLA)—formerly the International Secondary School Merit Scholarship (ISSMS)—is tailored for high-achieving students joining TMU for their first undergraduate degree.
- ISLA (Fall 2026): $10,000 CAD for up to 53 recipients
- ISLA (Winter 2027): $10,000 CAD for up to 20 recipients
Applicants must:
- Be international students paying international tuition
- Have a minimum 86% final admission average (A grade)
- Submit a personal statement and demonstrate leadership through volunteering or extracurricular engagement
- Have taken no more than one academic gap year.
These awards honor students whose excellence extends beyond the classroom into community impact and leadership.
Application Timeline
The AwardSpring portal for Fall 2026 scholarships opens on November 1, 2025, and closes at 11:59 p.m. ET on February 1, 2026. Applications for ISLA – Winter 2027 will open in May 2026 and close on July 15, 2026.