The Full-Time MBA program at the Rotman School is designed for intellectually curious individuals with a demonstrated potential for high achievement. Rotman considers your academic credentials, personal accomplishments, leadership potential and ability to work in teams. The School takes a holistic approach to admissions that considers each student individually with the goal of admitting the most exceptional overall candidates. There are no minimum GMAT/GRE scores or years of work experience and admission decisions are made on a case by case basis.
The following criteria are used in assessing candidates:
Undergraduate Degree GPA: A minimum GPA of 3.0 in the final year of a bachelor's degree from a recognized university (see international degree equivalencies).
GMAT/GRE Score: A GMAT or GRE score must be submitted. The GMAT range for the 2011 class was 550–780 and the average score was 663.
Work Experience: On average, applicants have four years of work experience,
but there is no minimum requirement.
References: Two letters, preferably from workplace supervisors.
English Language Proficiency (one of the following):
Undergraduate or graduate degree from a recognized English language university
TOEFL iBT (internet based test) score of 100 overall, with a minimum of 22 on speaking and writing
Official transcripts of all post-secondary academic programs attended, sent directly from the institution.Take a look at our Transcript Guide to make sure you meet official transcript requirements.
Completed admission essays
Original GMAT or GRE score report. Rotman’s test codes are:
GMAT: BTDKS98
GRE: 6995
TOEFL: 0982
Two professional reference letters
English facility test score reports, where applicable
Candidates are evaluated on a total portfolio of previous performance, personal characteristics and life experiences, as well as professional references. Complete instructions regarding the Rotman MBA Application are available in our online application. For more information on admission requirements, including international degree equivalencies, please visit the School of Graduate Studies' Admissions web page.
Annual Tuition Fees: Full-Time Class of 2013
September 2011 entry *
Total Tuition Fee
1st Year Tuition
2nd Year Tuition
Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents
$80,931
$39,672
$41,259
International Students
$99,001
$48,293
$50,708
* In addition to the Annual Tuition Fee noted above, students are required to submit payment for University incidental fees and Rotman ancillary fees. University incidental fees, which include campus fees and student society fees, are approximately $1,100 - $1,200 for domestic students, and approximately $1,800 - $2,000 for international students. Rotman ancillary fees amount to approximately $1,000 - $1300, and are charged by the School for services specific to the MBA programs.
* Please note that annual tuition fees, Rotman ancillary fees and University incidental fees are set by the University each year and are subject to change. All amounts are shown in Canadian dollars.
Deadlines
Applications to the Full-Time MBA Program are accepted beginning in September of each year. Admissions decisions are made on a continuous basis throughout the year upon completion of a candidate's application file. The final deadline date in the annual application cycle is April 30. Applications will not be considered complete until all required elements are received. In order to ensure your best chance for entry, please submit your application as early as possible in the application cycle. The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) should be written prior to the application deadline.
Please be aware that, as with many highly competitive programs, the class may become full before the final application deadline date. Therefore, while the final deadline date in the annual application cycle is April 30, it is highly recommended that applicants submit their completed applications as early as possible within the application cycle for the best chance of being admitted.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Applicants seeking an early admission decision who submit their applications by November 15 will be notified of a decision by January 15. Applicants who submit their applications by the second early decision deadline of February 1 will be notified of a decision by March 15.
While international applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by November 15, applications will still be accepted until April 30. However, please consider the length of time it takes to be approved for a student visa when submitting your application for admission.
Deadline
Admission Decision by
November 15 (early decision)
January 15
February 1 (early decision)
March 15
April 30 (final deadline)
July 1
Get to Know the Rotman School
School and class tours
If you’re in the Toronto area, we invite you to contact us to arrange a class visit or a tour of the building and its first-class facilities (depending on availability).
Student ambassadors
From a wide range of countries and backgrounds, these MBA student ambassadors are available via e-mail to provide insight and assistance to prospective and newly-admitted students.
Recruitment events
The Rotman School's admissions team hosts MBA recruitment events in Toronto that provide applicants with the opportunity to learn about the Rotman MBA experience fi rst-hand.
Rotman Online
The Rotman School's web presence extends beyond its robust website to include such social media sites as LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook (see the URLs listed below). Students seeking to learn more about the School and its admission process are encouraged to visit the offi cial 'Rotman MBA Admissions' page on Facebook, one of the fi rst to be established by any business school. In her Rotman blog, Katie Schwitzer '11 describes how the group helped smooth her transition to student life: "Before I was even living in Toronto, I was trading messages and sharing tips with other students from my class. In effect, we met online."
Additional Skill Requirements The Rotman School strongly recommends that entering students have a solid foundation in undergraduate-level mathematics. Basic algebra is necessary and advanced algebra and basic calculus are desirable. It is assumed that students will have a good level of facility with word processing, the Internet, and spreadsheet programs. Students who feel they need upgrading in computer skills should consult the brochure for the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies.
Interpersonal skills and team-based competencies are attributes associated with successful managers that we value at the Rotman School. We specifically address skill development in these areas in our MBA programs. Although we recognize that skill development in these areas is a long-term process, we encourage successful applicants to the program to pursue courses, programs, and situations that will foster and sustain interpersonal skill development and team-based competencies.
Exemption Policy/Course Credits
No exemptions are granted for previously completed undergraduate or graduate course work.
Typical Living Expenses
The following
is an estimate of the minimum funds a single student
will need for living expenses for the first 12 months
in Toronto:
Tuition (Domestic students) $36,733
Tuition (International students) $45,993
Textbooks $2,000
Laptop $1,600 – $2,000
Accommodation $8,000 – $14,000
Food $4,000 – $5,500
Personal Expenses $2,000
Public transportation $1,300
Utilities $1,200
Health Insurance (UHIP) for International students $756
Total $56,833 – $74,749
Costs, which will vary by individual, are listed in Canadian dollars and based on
residency in downtown Toronto.
Housing
The University of Toronto offers residence accommodations for 3,300 undergraduate and graduate students on its St. George campus in downtown Toronto. Because demand exceeds supply, acceptance into the Rotman MBA Program does not guarantee a place in residence.
There are many alternatives to residence accommodation. These include independent residences and off-campus housing. For information regarding on-campus and off-campus housing, please contact the University of Toronto Housing Service at:
Koffler Student Services Centre
214 College Street
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1A2
416-978-8045 www.housing.utoronto.ca
Accessibility Services: Special Services for the Disabled
Accessibility Services provides a liaison with academic and administrative departments, and off-campus agencies. The service provides advocacy and support for students with physical disabilities and health considerations, and incorporates a learning disability division which provides tutoring, counseling, and access to computer labs.
Facilities include provision of adaptive devices and equipment, on-campus transportation where appropriate, and alternative exam conditions for those who are eligible. Visit their website for details about their services. Accessibility Services is located at:
