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TU University at trentu.ca

2024 Ranking and Overview

country rank  37
world rank  1031

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Overview

Founded in 1963, the Trent University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Peterborough (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ontario. This institution also has a branch campus in Oshawa. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario, Trent University (TU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. Trent University (TU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 61-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Canadian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. TU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Trent University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Trent University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Trent University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Trent University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Profile

Name
Acronym TU
Founded 1963
Motto Nunc cognosco ex parte
Now I know in part
Colours Green and white
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Campus Location

Address 1600 West Bank Drive
Peterborough
K9L0G2 Ontario
Canada
Trent University Phone Number +1 (705) 748 1314
Trent University Fax Number +1 (705) 748 1626
Other locations Oshawa

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Trent University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Trent University's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Trent University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Trent University.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Trent University's admission information.

Trent University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Trent University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Trent University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Trent University's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Trent University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Trent University's Admission Office Admission Office

1600 West Bank Drive
Peterborough K9L0G2
(705) 748 1314
888 739 8885

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Trent University.

Trent University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Trent University has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Trent University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Trent University's Control Type Control Type

Trent University is a public higher education institution.


Trent University's Entity Type Entity Type

Trent University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Trent University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Trent University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Trent University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Trent University's main facilities:


Trent University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Trent University's Library


Trent University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Trent University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Trent University's main services:


Trent University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Trent University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Trent University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Trent University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Trent University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Trent University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Trent University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1963


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Trent University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Trent University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Trent University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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