Admissions - How to Apply
Please refer to the sections below for complete details on the UTSC Clinical Psychology graduate program's admission requirements and instructions on applying. Note the below information refers to the 2022-23 admissions cycle, which opens on October 1, 2021 and closes December 1, 2021.
2022-23 Admission Requirements & Applying
Important Deadlines
Please see the below deadlines for the 2022-23 admission cycle:
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October 1, 2021 |
The UofT Admissions Application portal opens for applications to the MA & PhD UTSC Clinical Psychology programs. Prospective students can now start their application |
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Dec 1, 2021 |
Application + Supporting Documentation Deadline. All application material, including letters of references, must be submitted by this deadline. Late applications will not be considered. |
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Feb 14-16, 2022 |
Invited Applicant Interviews. |
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September 2022 |
Start Date for Admitted Students. |
Master of Arts - Admission Requirements
International Applicants: please refer below to the ‘Important Information for International Applicants’ section prior to applying.
- A four-year bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from a recognized university.
- At least an A- (or first class standing) in the final two years of undergraduate study.
- Competitive scores on General and Subject tests of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) ***UPDATE: GRE scores will NOT be required for the 2022-23 admissions cycle***
- At least 4.0 to 6.0 full course equivalents (or 8 to 12 semester courses) in psychology, including statistics and some laboratory research experience. Students who are admitted to the program without 4.0 to 6.0 FCEs in required undergraduate coursework may be required to complete additional courses in the master's program. Students with a strong background in mathematics, computer science, statistics, biological science, or neuroscience are encouraged to apply even if they have fewer than the suggested number of psychology courses.
- Two academic letters of reference. Letters provided by admitting faculty will not be accepted.
- A personal statement of no more than three pages, single spaced.
- A curriculum vitae.
- Completion of the 2022-23 GD-PCS Application Form (please check back for updated form).
Doctor of Philosophy - Admission Requirements
International Applicants: please refer below to the ‘Important Information for International Applicants’ section prior to applying.
Prospective students who already have an existing master’s degree in Clinical Psychology that is comparable to our MA program may be considered admissible under the requirements of the PhD program:
- A master's degree with specialization in Clinical Psychology (or its equivalent) from a recognized university, with a minimum A- average and excellent research performance
- Competitive scores on General and Subject tests of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) ***UPDATE: GRE scores will NOT be required for the 2022-23 admissions cycle***
- Two academic letters of reference.
- A personal statement of no more than three pages, single spaced.
- A curriculum vitae.
- Completion of the 2022-23 GD-PCS Application Form (please check back for updated form).
Important Information for International Applicants
Our program will be accepting international applications into our MA program for a Fall 2022 intake. Due to the structure of the federal/ provincial funding process, which prioritizes Canadian citizens and permanent residents, we are only able to admit one international applicant into the MA program on a bi-annual basis. For this current admission cycle (2022-23), we will be accepting international applicants.
Degree Equivalencies: Applicants whose degrees were obtained outside North America should check the SGS Admission Requirements. The International Degree Equivalencies Chart will help you assess whether you are eligible for entry into our graduate program.
English-Language Proficiency Testing: If your primary language is not English and you have graduated from a non-Canadian University where the language of instruction and examination was not English, then you must demonstrate your facility in English. This can be accomplished by completing either the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or its equivalent. This requirement must be met at the time of application. Additional information can be found at the University of Toronto International Admissions site.
Ready to Submit Your Application: Step-by-Step Guide
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STEP 2 |
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STEP 3 |
Note: there are two fields within the Counselling and Clinical Psychology program at the University of Toronto, with each field requiring its own application. The School of Graduate Studies applications are not transferrable between programs. |
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STEP 4 |
Note: It is highly recommended that applicants contact their referees ahead of time to confirm both their availability and their preferred institutional email address. It is ultimately the responsibility of the applicant to ensure reference letters are submitted by the deadline. |
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STEP 5 |
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Note: only unofficial electric transcripts are required at this point of the application process. Official transcripts, which are mailed directly from your previous institution(s), are only required for students who receive a letter of offer. |
Additional notes:
All applications are submitted to the University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies (SGS) using the Slate Admissions Application system. The portal allows applicants to manage and submit biographical and educational information, as well as required supporting documents (i.e. Personal Statement, etc.) immediately and directly to the University. Applicants can edit in-progress applications prior to the deadline and check the status of all documents submitted using a secure password and User ID.
Applications will be considered official once all application materials are submitted by the deadline. Materials received after the deadline will not be included in your application and may result in an incomplete application that will not be reviewed.
Admissions Data
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Year
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# of MA
Applicants
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Offered
Admission
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Accepted Offer
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Ratio Female/
Male (%)
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Average Undergrad
GPA of Admitted Students
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Age Range of
Current Students
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2021-22
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436
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4
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4
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100/0
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3.88
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23-35
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2020-21
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171
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5
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5
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90/10
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3.84
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23-41
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2019-20
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144
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8
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3
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67/33
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3.85
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24-40
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2018-29
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174
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6
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5
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40/60
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3.84
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23-39
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2017-18
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144
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7
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5
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80/20
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3.88
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22-38
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2016-17
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145
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7
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5
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80/20
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3.89
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24-37
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2015-16
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134
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6
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5
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80/20
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3.77
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23-36
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2014-15
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88
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5
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5
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40/60
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3.89
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22-35
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2013-14
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67
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5
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5
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60/40
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3.54
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24-34
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Awards & Funding
Students enrolled in the MA and PhD programs receive a financial assistance package based on a combination of components (e.g., scholarships, fellowships, research assistantships, and teaching assistantships). Currently, our program offers students in good academic standing a guaranteed minimum funding package of $21,000 plus tuition and incidental fees each year for a total of 6 years (2 MA years and 4 PhD years). Beyond the guaranteed minimum funding package, it is expected that competitive applicants will be applying for graduate awards and scholarships. For more information on award descriptions and deadlines, please visit: Graduate Awards & Scholarships.
Frequently Asked Questions
For further information on our program and admission requirements, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.
Contact Us
After carefully reading the above information and visiting our Frequently Asked Questions page, should you still have further inquiries, please email clinical-psych@utsc.utoronto.ca.
Please note that due to the volume of applications and inquiries, we do not provide individual assessments to prospective applicants prior to applying.
