Trent University
Born during the tumultuous ’60s, Trent University is a liberal arts and science school in the very best sense. It offers undergrads a solid base in business, the environment, education and Canadian and Indigenous studies. Trent also offers a diverse portfolio of science degrees, including nursing and a medical professional stream for students planning to pursue medical programs after graduation. “At Trent University, we believe in the power of personalized learning to unlock every student’s potential. By combining career-connected experiences with academic excellence and a vibrant social environment, we prepare students not just for their first job, but for success and a life of consequence,” says president Cathy Bruce. The new Financial Intelligence & Innovation Hub in Peterborough features 12 Bloomberg terminals, equipping business and finance students with industry-
standard tools and resources. Mentoring programs connect students and grads. The campus is located on the picturesque banks of the Otonabee River and features over 30 kilometres of trails, attracting hikers and cyclists. A second campus, Trent Durham GTA, is located in Oshawa, Ontario. This growing campus continues to develop new academic offerings and career-boosting experiences. A new residence and academic building on the Durham GTA campus provides students with the opportunity to live where they learn. Trent takes student financial support seriously. Students with a high school average of 80 per cent or higher automatically receive a guaranteed, renewable entrance scholarship, and those with 95 per cent or higher receive a bigger scholarship. Trent also offers 15 annual awards that recognize academic excellence and community leadership.
Campus buzz: The new six-week Homeroom program offers sessions—and free food—to help first-years ease into university academic and social life.
Quick facts
Tuition (includes compulsory ancillary fees)
$8,071 ($9,109 out-of-province students)
Minimum Entering Grades
Arts: 70-80% | Science: 70-80% | Commerce: 70-85% | Engineering: 80%
Student Body
Undergraduates: Full-time: 10,884 | Part-time: 1,706
Graduates: Full-time: 1,042 | Part-time: 193
International Students: First-year: 10.5% | Graduate: 64.4%
Housing Facts
Residence Spaces: 2,000 (1,700 reserved for first-year students)
Cost of double room with meals: $12,360
Cost of single room with meals: $13,762 to $16,815
Cost of apartment-style: $9,014 to $10,721
Standout programs
Artificial Intelligence: With an optional one-year paid co-op term, students prepare to navigate the conceptual, technical, ethical and institutional challenges posed by AI and its applications.
Human Rights and Global Justice: Students study human rights as a matter of universal significance. A paid co-op, hands-on research and a 12-week study abroad placement are available.
Health and Behaviour: Students study health, wellness and the prevention and treatment of illness, with a strong emphasis on research, community-based learning and practical application.
