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    Earth Sciences

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    Toronto, CAMScIn-person1 year
    CA$31,870.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    35
    Credits
    CA$130.00
    App fee

    Earth Sciences at University of Toronto is a 35-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Toronto, CA. Tuition is CA$31,870.

    About the program

    The MSc program offers a doctoral-stream option with a one-year research project, ~40-page research report, and final oral exam, requiring 3.5 FCE including courses, and an all-course option requiring 5.0 FCE with no thesis.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL score of 100 (department requirement; SGS min 93/120 with Writing and Speaking 22/30)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 (with at least 6.5 in each component)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$24,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Earth Sciences at University of Toronto cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Earth Sciences at University of Toronto is CA$31,870 across 35 required credits.
    Is Earth Sciences at University of Toronto online or in-person?
    Earth Sciences at University of Toronto is offered in-person.
    How long does Earth Sciences at University of Toronto take to complete?
    Earth Sciences at University of Toronto is structured around 1 year and 35 credits.
    What GPA is required for Earth Sciences at University of Toronto?
    Per the program's published guidance: equivalent to a B or higher (equivalent to a 3.0 on a 4 point scale) at the University of Toronto, normally demonstrated by the average grade in the final two years
    What work-permit options follow Earth Sciences at University of Toronto?
    Post-completion work rights for Earth Sciences at University of Toronto: 3 years PGWP (Canada)