Every student in the Faculty of Arts & Science on the St. George campus belongs to one of seven colleges. Each college is a small, welcoming community that offers personalized support and a place to connect. It's where you'll find academic advising, residence options, student life programming and other supports. While all seven colleges provide the same core services, each has its own history, traditions and personality.
Whether you live in residence or commute to campus, your college will be your home base. It’s also your home away from home, where you'll build friendships, find support and get involved throughout your time in the Faculty of Arts & Science.
The college system ensures you have the advantage of a tight-knit community amidst the attractions of a big and multicultural city like Toronto. I was able to truly immerse myself into student life, from organizing Model U.N. to being part of my college senate.
While all seven colleges provide the same core services, they each have their own distinct histories, cultures and traditions. Discover what makes each of the seven colleges unique.
Innis College
Innis is one of the newer colleges and is named after renowned political economist Harold Innis. Known for its inclusive, tight-knit community, Innis ensures students have a strong voice in college life and governance. Whether you commute or live on campus, you'll find support, connection and a sense of belonging here.
Located on the west side of campus, New College offers a dynamic mix of academics, student support and social justice values. The college is known for its welcoming atmosphere, commitment to equity and strong focus on global awareness.
St. Michael's College is located on a historic campus near Queen's Park and blends tradition with a modern, inclusive community. St. Mike's strives to educate all students from diverse backgrounds and faith communities, seeking to support and empower them to lead lives of service to others.
As one of the smallest colleges, Trinity offers a close-knit and intellectually vibrant environment. It has a strong sense of tradition and offers an exceptional academic experience that fosters community, responsibility and leadership.
At the heart of campus, UC is committed to challenging undergraduate students to excel intellectually and preparing them to engage in the wider world. The iconic main University College building opened in 1859 and is now a national historic site.
Victoria College is one of the oldest colleges and known for its beautiful campus. Vic is an open, friendly academic community with a long tradition of social engagement. It's committed to fostering student success and well-being through supports and programming.
Woodsworth College sits at the gateway to U of T and offers an inclusive, student-centred environment. The college is dedicated to creating opportunities for all students to become engaged and succeed. It welcomes students from multiple pathways and a wide range of lived experiences.
The college system is unique to students in the Faculty of Arts & Science on the St. George campus. If you're part of another area—like Daniels, Engineering, Kinesiology, Music, U of T Mississauga or U of T Scarborough—you'll still find the same kinds of support, community and opportunities to get involved. Each faculty and campus has its own services, events and spaces designed to help you thrive.
How to choose a college
When you apply to the Faculty of Arts & Science, you'll be asked to indicate up to three college preferences, or choose "no preference." Your preferences help guide your placement but we can't guarantee a specific college. Your college membership will be confirmed with your offer of admission.
Each of the seven colleges has its own community, culture and traditions. There's no wrong choice, but you might want to consider:
Residence: If you plan to live on campus, you should learn about the housing options provided by each college.
Size: College communities range from about 2,000 to 6,000 students.
Program affiliations: Some colleges sponsor academic programs, but you can study any program regardless of your college.
Location: Think about where you'd like to spend your time—near your classes, residence or favourite neighbourhoods.
Student life: All colleges offer clubs, intramurals, mentorship and support for both residence and commuter students.
But wherever you land, your college will be a welcoming home base on campus.
Aditi Read more
