Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) Scholarships 2026-2027
- Omran Aburayya
- 4 days ago
- 5 min read
If you’re planning to study at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) for the 2026 academic year, this article will guide you through the key scholarship opportunities available — including eligibility, benefits, application process and deadlines. Whether you’re a domestic or international undergraduate applicant, these awards are designed to recognise academic merit, leadership and diverse backgrounds.
✨ Summary
At TMU, a significant pool of entrance-scholarship funding is set aside for incoming first-year students. For fall 2026 (and winter 2027) entry, TMU offers guaranteed renewable entrance scholarships for students admitted from Canadian secondary schools, and dedicated entrance scholarships for international students. These scholarships vary in value depending on your final admission average, enrolment status (full-time, 4-year or 5-year if co-op), and your maintenance of required CGPA and course load during your study. In addition, TMU offers specific awards for leadership, international students, equity-seeking groups, and specific faculties. Before you apply, be sure your admission application and any required scholarship application are submitted by the published deadlines — and that you meet the eligibility criteria (e.g., for many awards: full-time enrolment, first post-secondary enrolment, and required averages).
📚 Available Scholarships (undergraduate entrance)
Here are some of the key scholarships for first-year undergraduate students entering fall 2026 (or winter 2027) at TMU, and their values:
Guaranteed & Renewable Entrance Scholarship (for Canadian-secondary-school students)
Final admission average 95%+ → Year 1 award: CAD $3,000 → Renewable up to CAD $3,000/year → Potential total value: CAD $12,000.
Final admission average 90 – 94.99% → Year 1: CAD $1,500 → up to CAD $1,500/year → Total up to CAD $6,000.
Final admission average 86 – 89.99% → Year 1: CAD $750 → up to CAD $750/year → Total up to CAD $3,000.
International Student Leadership Award (ISLA) – for international students (first-year undergraduate, full-time)
Value: CAD $10,000 (entrance-only, non-renewable) for up to ~53 recipients (fall 2026).
ISLA – Winter (for international students entering January 2027): CAD $10,000. Up to ~20 recipients.
Terence Grier Entrance Scholarship – honours a former TMU president
One recipient. Full tuition first-year only (not renewable). Minimum average requirement ~85%.
Additional targeted scholarships (equity, leadership, specific faculties)
Example: H. Graham Walker Awards – renewable scholarship of CAD $6,700 each for 20 recipients.
Example: Ted Rogers Legacy Scholarships – renewable CAD $25,000 each for 2 recipients in Computer Science/Computer Engineering.
*Note: Some awards are contingent on additional criteria (volunteer/leadership activities, financial need, specific programs) — always check the detailed terms.
💲 Scholarship Benefits
These scholarships reduce your cost of study by providing direct cash awards or tuition-related awards. Only the ISLA and similar awards are non-renewable; others (like the guaranteed & renewable entrance scholarships) continue for up to three years (or until exhaustion of the maximum) provided you meet renewal criteria.
Renewability conditions: maintain full-time enrolment (at least 80% course load, four or more billing units per term) in both fall and winter terms; maintain minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) requirements (for example: CGPA 3.85 or higher to receive CAD 750 renewal etc).
The awards for international students (ISLA) provide a sizeable single-year benefit that enhances access for top-achieving international students.
Some awards also support leadership, diversity and under-represented groups, which aligns with broader strategic priorities of TMU.
For current students at TMU (beyond first-year entrance) there is a large pool of internal awards and bursaries accessible via the AwardSpring portal (more than 1,400 awards) — so your scholarship journey continues post-entry.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Key general eligibility conditions for entrance undergraduate scholarships at TMU:
Be enrolling in a 4-year (or 5-year if co-op), full-time undergraduate degree program for the first time.
For Canadian-secondary-school-based scholarships: currently enrolled full-time in a Canadian secondary school (minimum of three Ontario Grade 12 U/M courses or equivalent) in the regular school year.
For international student awards: valid study permit by the start of the term, international tuition fees, full-time enrolment in first undergraduate degree. Minimum final admission average (often ~86% or equivalent) required.
Continuous full-time enrolment in secondary school (no gaps) prior to the school year. Some allowances for a gap of one academic year may apply.
Meet admission deadlines and any scholarship application deadlines (where required). For example: complete application for admission by certain date.
After enrolment: maintain required CGPA and course-load for renewal, adhere to terms and conditions for each scholarship.
📝 Application Procedure
Apply for your chosen program at TMU by the university’s admission deadline (for fall 2026 or winter 2027) as per TMU’s application procedures.
Scholarship consideration / application:
For many guaranteed & renewable entrance scholarships, the scholarship is awarded automatically based on your admission average (no separate application) if you meet eligibility.
For certain awards (like Terence Grier, ISLA, equity/leadership scholarships) you may need to submit additional documentation: personal statement, letters of reference, proof of leadership/volunteer involvement, demonstration of financial need (for some).
Apply for available scholarships that need separate applications through AwardSpring Portal
Documents you’ll likely need:
Secondary school transcripts (final and/or mid-term)
Proof of meeting course-load and attendance eligibility (e.g., full-time enrolment, no gaps)
For international students: valid study permit documentation or proof eligibility for one.
Personal statement or essay for leadership-based scholarships.
Reference letters (where required)
For renewal: submission of CGPA, enrolment status, academic standing at the end of each year.
Deadlines & timing:
Ensure your admission application is complete by the specified date (e.g., by February 15 for certain awards in earlier years).
For fall 2026 entry, note “guaranteed consideration” dates and ensure any scholarship-application steps are met.
After being admitted and enrolled, keep in mind renewal deadlines and ensure all conditions (course-load, CGPA, full-time status) are maintained.
📅 Timelines To watch
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.
🚀 Final Notes & Tips
Even if you don’t receive one of the top scholarships immediately, TMU offers many internal awards and bursaries for current students (via AwardSpring) — you should explore these after you enrol.
Because some eligibility criteria are quite specific (e.g., continuous full-time secondary school, no gaps longer than one year, particular program enrolments), make sure you check your individual circumstances against the terms and conditions carefully.
For international applicants especially: the combination of paying international tuition + earning a CAD $10,000 entrance award can significantly impact the net cost of study.
Maintain high academic performance and full-time status in your university studies to keep renewable awards active.
Use the scholarship pages on TMU’s website as your definitive source and monitor for updates or changes (the university reserves the right to change values or conditions).
