Toronto Metropolitan University journalism admission requirements: enter from high school with 70% English

TMU's Bachelor of Journalism is open to Grade 12 students through a grades-only process. There is no writing test, interview or portfolio review. Your marks in six Grade 12 courses decide whether you get in.

Apply through OUAC during the regular Ontario application cycle. TMU's guaranteed consideration date is February 1, 2027. Complete applications and amendments received by that date receive equal consideration.

Ontario students need ENG4U (English) plus five more Grade 12 U or M courses. There is no math or science requirement, so you can choose courses that suit your strengths.

Pick courses you know you will do well in. Your average is calculated over all six courses. Use our high-school course planner to map your year and track your grades.

TMU states a minimum average of 70% across six Grade 12 courses. ENG4U must also be at least 70%. The program page lists a grade range of 70% to 75%. TMU says that range is the average required in previous years, and that the average needed can change each year with the number of applications and spaces.

Check where you stand with our Top 6 average calculator. If you are close to 70%, give strong effort in your final term to push over the line.

TMU journalism is what the university calls a "Grades-Only" program. That means admission decisions are based on academic performance alone. You do not fill out a supplementary form or provide writing samples.

This is good news if writing portfolios stress you out. However, it also means you must be ready to show strong grades in your submitted courses.

In first year you take core journalism courses such as Introduction to Journalism, Tools and Techniques, Multimedia News Reporting and Visualizing Facts. You also take two lower level liberal studies courses, one open elective and two core electives. The core elective list includes ECN 104 Introductory Microeconomics, ECN 204 Introductory Macroeconomics, ENG 208 Introduction to Non-Fiction, HST 407 Canada Since 1885 and POG 100 People, Power and Politics. The four required journalism courses are JRN 103, JRN 104, JRN 105 and JRN 106. TMU bases this list on the current academic calendar, so check the calendar again before you pick courses.

First year is when you develop the fundamentals and discover which area of journalism interests you most, whether that is broadcast, print, digital, data journalism or another specialty.

TMU provides access to professional-grade newsrooms, studios and editing suites on campus. You work with real equipment and broadcast systems.

The program features an optional Career-Integrated Internship Program that lets you combine academic study with internships at professional news organizations. You can also participate in international exchanges or the Global Campus Studio. Co-op in the formal sense (scheduled paid work terms) is not offered, but these internship options give you real-world experience.

The Bachelor of Journalism is a four-year full-time degree. The program is part of The Creative School at TMU, which houses design, journalism, and media arts.

TMU graduates have found careers at major outlets including CBC, Bell Media, CNN, The Globe and Mail and The Athletic. Common roles include journalist, magazine editor, media producer, marketing and communications specialist, and television host.

Apply through OUAC by the guaranteed consideration date of February 1, 2027. TMU recommends sending your application and documents as early as possible.

Refer to our Ontario university application deadlines page to compare with other schools.

For Ontario residents, TMU charges $7,466 to $8,018 per year for the journalism program in 2026-27. Out-of-province Canadian students pay about $9,266 to $9,851. International students pay significantly more.

Budget for textbooks, materials, and living costs on top of tuition. Contact TMU for any specific program-related fees.

TMU offers guaranteed renewable scholarships for high school graduates. If your final average is 86% or higher, you automatically receive a renewable scholarship ranging from $750 to $3,000 in year one, with potential totals up to $12,000 over four years.

Students with a 90% average and demonstrated leadership and creative ability may compete for the President's Entrance Scholarship of $10,000 annually. The Terence Grier Entrance Scholarship covers first-year tuition for one recipient with an 85% average. Applications for fall 2027 awards open November 2, 2026.

TMU journalism graduates work across media and communications. Common roles include journalist, magazine editor, media producer, marketing and communications specialist and television host. Major employers include CBC, Bell Media, CNN, The Globe and Mail and The Athletic.

Many graduates stay in journalism, while others move into corporate communications, public relations, government communications or digital marketing. A TMU journalism degree opens doors in any field that values strong writing, research and storytelling skills.

The Bachelor of Journalism is a four-year full-time program only. TMU does not offer part-time options for this degree. The program page lists the part-time format as not available.

If you cannot study full time, ask TMU admissions about your options before you apply.

Ontario high school students apply through OUAC, the centralized Ontario university application system. Use your OUAC application to list TMU journalism as one of your choices. Ensure you meet the prerequisite of six Grade 12 U or M courses with a 70% average and ENG4U at 70%.

Complete your OUAC application, including any required documents like your high school transcript. Check your application acknowledgment email and the ChooseTMU Applicant Portal for updates after you apply.

TMU's 70% entry and grades-only admission process mean your child's high school marks are the key factor. Encourage strong performance in all six Grade 12 courses, especially English, where there is a specific 70% minimum.

The optional internship program gives students real newsroom experience. It can be a useful bridge between classroom learning and a first job. Help your child explore journalism internships early in their degree to build professional connections and experience.

TMU's guaranteed renewable scholarships at 86%+ mean that strong grades in high school pay off. An 86% average earns at least $750 in year one, and higher averages qualify for larger awards. The guaranteed scholarships start at 86%, and some applied scholarships need 85% or 90%.