About
Consistently recognized as one of Canada’s top universities, Trent University is home to a dynamic community of scholars embodying our motto “nunc cognosco ex parte” – now I know in part – valuing what has been learned, and what is yet to be discovered.
Across all programs and disciplines, we bring critical, integrative thinking to life and equip you for career success.
Come to one of Ontario’s top undergraduate universities – and challenge the way you think.
2 Campuses: Peterborough and Durham GTA
At Trent, we have 2 campuses to choose from:
- Our picturesque Symons Campus in Peterborough is a place of possibility, curiosity and beauty, just 90 minutes from downtown Toronto.
- Our thriving metropolitan Durham GTA Campus in the Greater Toronto Area boasts one of the best student-to-faculty ratios of any university in Ontario.
The People
- 13,768 students across both campuses
- 9,930 undergraduate students study at our Peterborough Campus
- 2,556 undergraduate students study at our Durham GTA Campus
- We are home to 1,282 graduate students
- We are the Trent Excalibur and our varsity teams bleed green
The Trent Advantage – Special Characteristics
- Uniquely flexible learning environment where a single Faculty of Arts and Science allows you to fully customize your degree in a way that truly reflects your goals and interests.
- We are known for leadership in teaching, research and student satisfaction.
- Students connect and collaborate with faculty, staff and their peers through diverse communities that span our unique collegiate communities, disciplines, hands-on research, co-op and career experience, and community-based activities.
- Wrap-around supports for students – everything from counselling and accessibility services to academic advising and career guidance – make us Ontario’s top undergraduate university for student services.
- Guaranteed career experience across all programs, including paid co-op and opportunities for internships, community-based research and field courses, to name a few.
- We offer free tuition for students with 95%+ averages and guaranteed entrance scholarships if you are entering with an average of 80% or higher.
Programs
Choose to study in our arts, sciences, social sciences or professional programs – or any combination.
Through access to world-class research facilities and connections with leading professors, you will graduate from Trent ready to take on the world and equipped with astute analytical skills, meaningful career experience and the ability to think outside the box.
All programs also feature guaranteed career experience, including paid co-op streams, internships and community-based research, to name a few.
Signature areas of study at Trent include:
- School of Business
- School of the Environment
- Forensic Science
- Computer Science & Technology
- Arts & Humanities
- School of Education
- Health Sciences/Studies
- Law & Criminology
- Indigenous Studies & Canadian Studies
Key Dates
Semester Admission Points
Fall, winter, spring and summer.
Deadlines
- Admission deadlines for domestic applicants
- Admission deadlines for international applicants
- February 15, 2026: International Scholarship Application
- April 1, 2026: Prestigious Scholarship Application
These deadlines apply to the receipt of all documentation required for admission. We encourage you to apply early.
Admission Requirements
Group A Admission Requirements
As one of Canada’s top undergraduate universities, Trent is a destination of choice for all Ontario high school students.
Group B Admission Requirements
All Group B applicants must submit a non-refundable document evaluation fee of $70 in their OUAC Undergraduate application when they apply to Trent.
Canadian High School Students From Outside of Ontario
We are home to a large community of students from provinces outside of Ontario.
Home-schooled Applicants
We are committed to alternative forms of education and the contributions that home-school experiences bring to our university.
International Applicants
We attract top students from around the world. Join our global community of scholars.
Transfer Students
We are one of Ontario’s most transfer-credit friendly universities. Transfer to Trent today – your transfer credit assessment is free!
Mature Students
Like all students, mature students are an important part of our community of scholars.
Supporting Documents
English-language Requirements
We are an English-language university, and it is important to your success at Trent that you are proficient in both spoken and written English.
All students must demonstrate a command of English sufficient to meet the demands of classroom instruction, written assignments and participation in tutorials and discussions.
If you do not meet our English-language requirements, you may be eligible for our English as a Second Language program.
Extenuating Circumstances
If you have experienced extenuating circumstances that affected your academic performance, you may submit a Students with Extenuating Circumstances form.
If you are applying under the Mature Student category, you should submit a Supplementary Application for Mature Students form.
Scholarships, Bursaries and Financial Aid
We believe in rewarding academic excellence and making transformative educational experiences financially accessible for all.
Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships
If you are a top scholar with an average of 80% or higher, you qualify to automatically receive an entrance scholarship to Trent. Scholars with 95% or higher? You earn free first-year tuition – no application required.
And it’s not just a one-time thing. Our national entrance scholarships are renewable each year when you maintain an 80% average in 5.0 Trent credits (or 3.0 credits through an accessibility accommodation). This can really pay off – with a total scholarship potential of more than $18,000.
Offers of Admission
Admission Decisions
All our admission decisions are posted in both your OUAC Undergraduate application and myTrent portal account.
You can check your myTrent portal account to view your application status updates at any time.
Transfer Credit Assessment
The Admissions Office will evaluate applications for transfer credits during the admission assessment and will assign credits at that time.
We may request course syllabi for any course we have not previously evaluated for equivalencies.
Accessibility Services
At Trent, we offer student services and supports that help you build connections and success at university and beyond.
The Student Wellness Centre provides holistic and integrated support, and consists of Counselling, Health and Accessibility Services.
If you have a documented disability (physical, sensory, medical, psychological or learning disability) and are considering attending Trent, we encourage you to contact Student Accessibility Services at the time of application. Upon acceptance to Trent, some action may be necessary in advance to accommodate your needs.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
At Trent, we are committed to creating opportunities for all community members to develop and flourish as individuals and global citizens. Here you will find a community where you will feel included, inspired, safe, supported and celebrated.
Residence
No matter where you live on campus, a transformational residence experience awaits you at Trent. In our college residences, a community of scholars becomes a society of friends.
There are many advantages of living in residence at Trent.
- Your spot guaranteed: Complete the application requirements by the deadline and we will save you a room.
- The choice is yours: Choose from single or double rooms, traditional and suite style – you can even choose your roommate!
- Flexible dining: Spend your dining plan dollars and Trent Cash on campus or downtown, on everything from homestyle meals to vegan and international cuisine.
- All the amenities: Wi-Fi, free laundry, fully furnished rooms, card-secured access – it’s all right here.
- Safe and supportive: From dons and residence life coordinators to academic advisors and faculty mentors, our teams are here to help you make the most of your time at Trent.
Campus Tours and Events
Campus Tours
Guided campus tours are offered 6 days a week at both of our campuses.
Led by current Trent students, our in-person tours provide the opportunity to explore the architecturally stunning buildings and sweeping riverside views at our Peterborough Campus or the spaces and places that make our modern Durham GTA Campus so welcoming.
Open House
Experience our campuses for yourself and start to picture life as a Trent student at our in-person Open House events held each fall and winter.
Open House is your one-stop shop to discover all things Trent: Academic programs, career-boosting experiential learning opportunities, student life, and the social scene on and off campus.
Contact
Trent University
Recruitment & Campus Tours
Peterborough Campus
1600 West Bank Drive
Peterborough ON K9L 0G2
Peterborough telephone: 705-748-1332
Peterborough toll-free: 1-888-739-8885
Durham GTA Campus
55 Thornton Road South
Oshawa ON L1J 5Y1
Durham telephone: 905-435-5100
Durham toll-free: 1-888-655-5559
Text us: 289-512-0194
Peterborough: [email protected]
Durham GTA: [email protected]
Website: www.trentu.ca/discover
Admissions Office
Telephone: 705-748-1678, ext. 6077
Email: [email protected]
Financial Aid Office
Telephone: 705-748-1524
Toll-free: 1-855-698-7368, ext. 1524
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.trentu.ca/studentfinances
Student Wellness Centre – Health, Counselling and Accessibility Services
Telephone: 705-748-1281
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.trentu.ca/sas