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College Info
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Official website
www.ryerson.caUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Ryerson University Universtity
Ryerson University is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It was founded in 1948 and is named after Thomas Ryerson, a former mayor of Toronto. The university is known for its strong focus on applied research and innovation, with a particular emphasis on technology, media, and design. Ryerson offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, health sciences, and engineering. The university is also renowned for its co-op program, which allows students to gain practical work experience while pursuing their studies. Ryerson has a diverse student body, with a significant number of international students, and offers a vibrant campus life with numerous student clubs, organizations, and events.
Last full enrichment: 8 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
QS World #701 · 2024Times Higher Education #801 · 2024US News #901 · 2024NIRF #5 · 2023Shanghai #601 · 2023Outlook #701 · 2023
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
Ryerson University offers a dynamic urban campus experience with a strong focus on practical learning and diverse student life, though academic rigor is rated lower than peers.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
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Diversity
1/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
0% placement rate
Career outcomes data is not publicly available, but the university's location in downtown Toronto provides ample internship and employment opportunities in competitive fields.
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Student Life
45,000 students (15,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
With a large student body, Ryerson fosters a vibrant campus life centered around sports, residential living, and international diversity, complemented by Toronto's lively urban amenities.
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 60%
IELTS: Overall 6. 5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
The university has a moderately selective admissions process, with a preference for applications submitted between December and March for fall enrollment.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6. 5
💡Acceptance rate: 60%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school