Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Medicine in Brampton is Ontario’s newest medical school, with 94 seats for 2027[1]. It doesn’t use the MCAT or Casper, asks for a 3.5 OMSAS GPA, and looks for applicants who want to practise primary care in underserved communities, especially in Peel Region[2]. Admitted students averaged a 3.8 GPA[1].
TMU medical school requirements at a glance
| Program | 4-year MD in English, based in Brampton (Peel Region).[1] |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | Canadian citizens, permanent residents and protected persons. No international applicants. At least 95% of seats go to Ontario residents.[2] |
| Degree | A 4-year undergraduate degree in any field, finished before you start. Part-time degrees are allowed.[2] |
| Prerequisites | None.[2] |
| GPA | At least 3.5 on the OMSAS scale; GPA is one of several factors in the ranking.[2] |
| MCAT and Casper | Neither is required.[1] |
| Written | OMSAS autobiographical sketch (up to 32 entries) with verifiers, three references, and three 1,700-character supplementary essays (more for the Indigenous pathway).[3] |
| Assessments | Online asynchronous assessment on Kira Talent (6 timed video and written questions), then a file review.[4] |
| Interview | Virtual MMI with six stations; a Talking Circle for the Indigenous pathway.[4] |
| Deadline | October 1, 2026, 4:30 p.m. ET, through OMSAS.[5] |
Degree and GPA
You need a four-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any program, from an accredited university, finished before Year 1 starts[2]. Part-time degrees are fine. Graduate students can get a conditional offer, but their graduate program must be fully finished, thesis included, by August 1 of the year they start[2].
The minimum is a 3.5 OMSAS GPA for the 2027 cycle[2]. Graduate grades aren’t part of the OMSAS GPA, but undergraduate-level professional studies (for example dentistry, pharmacy or law) are[2]. Unlike some older advice suggests, GPA isn’t only a pass mark: TMU says it is one of several factors used in selection and ranking[2]. The admitted class averaged 3.8[1].
TMU doesn’t require any prerequisite courses, so you can come from any field of study[2].
MCAT and Casper
TMU requires neither the MCAT nor Casper[1]. Instead, every applicant who passes the first screen is invited to an online asynchronous assessment on Kira Talent: six timed questions, answered by video and in writing, about TMU’s mission and values, plus your communication, reasoning and problem-solving skills[4]. For 2027 entry, invitations go out on November 12, 2026, and you complete it between November 19 and 22[5].
Applying to other Ontario schools as well? Most of them still use the MCAT. See our medical school requirements guide to compare.
Autobiographical sketch, references and essays
- Autobiographical sketch (ABS): employment, volunteering, extracurriculars, research, awards and other activities since age 16, up to 32 entries, each with a verifier TMU may contact[2].
- Three references (Confidential Assessment Forms): one academic or employment referee, one non-academic referee and one of your choice. Referees can’t be family or friends, and TMU asks for no extra references beyond OMSAS’s three[2].
- Supplementary essays for the General stream, 1,700 characters each: how your lived experiences and identity shaped your path to medicine; your leadership and community engagement, especially supporting marginalized groups; and how you would contribute to underserved communities as a physician[3].
When an essay mentions an activity, add its ABS entry number in brackets, for example “(ABS #20)”[3].
General stream and the three admission pathways
Everyone is considered in the General Admissions Stream unless they choose one of three pathways, and you can apply through only one[3]:
- Indigenous Admissions Pathway, for First Nations, Métis and Inuit applicants. Files are reviewed by a committee of Indigenous people, with three longer written answers and proof of identity or an Indigenous verifier[3].
- Black Admissions Pathway, with files evaluated by members of Black communities[3].
- Equity-Deserving Admissions Pathway, for applicants from other groups that face barriers to medical school[3].
If you don’t meet a pathway’s eligibility criteria, your application isn’t moved to another stream, so check the requirements carefully[3]. TMU also partners with the University of Toronto’s Community of Support program, which offers free mentoring and interview help[3].
The TMU interview
After the Kira assessment and a full file review, about 10% of applicants are invited to interview[1]. General, Black and Equity-Deserving pathway applicants do a virtual MMI with six short, timed stations that look at empathy, communication, self-awareness, ethical reasoning, critical thinking and cultural competency. It doesn’t test medical knowledge[4]. Indigenous pathway applicants take part in a virtual Talking Circle instead[4]. Practise with our sample MMI questions.
How TMU makes offers
TMU combines every round of assessment, from the Kira assessment and file review to the interview, into one composite score and rank. Minimum thresholds are set each year[1]. A connection to Brampton, Peel Region and nearby areas, and a strong interest in serving culturally diverse and underserved communities, are considered[1]. TMU sends 94 first-round offers on the second Tuesday in May, then rolling offers from its waitlist[4].
Key dates for 2027 entry
- July 9, 2026OMSAS application opens[5]
- October 1, 2026, 4:30 p.m. ETApplication deadline[5]
- November 12, 2026Kira assessment invitations[5]
- November 19–22, 2026Kira assessment window[5]
- Week of February 16, 2027Interview invitations[5]
- February 27, 2027Interviews[5]
- May 11, 2027First-round offers[5]
- May 25, 2027Deadline to accept; $1,000 deposit by June 1[5]
Tuition
First-year tuition is about $26,586 for Ontario residents and $29,135 for other Canadians, plus ancillary fees; rates are updated when each OMSAS cycle opens[1]. Compare schools in our medical school costs guide.
Frequently asked questions
Does TMU medical school require the MCAT?
No. TMU requires neither the MCAT nor Casper.[1]
What GPA do you need for TMU medicine?
At least a 3.5 OMSAS GPA. The admitted class averaged 3.8.[1]
Where is the TMU School of Medicine?
In Brampton, in Ontario’s Peel Region. A connection to Brampton and Peel is considered in selection.[1]
How many seats does TMU medicine have?
94 first-year seats for 2027 entry, with at least 95% for Ontario residents.[4]
Can international students apply to TMU medicine?
No. TMU only accepts Canadian citizens, permanent residents and protected persons.[2]
Sources
- AFMC: Admission Requirements of Canadian Faculties of Medicine (PDF)
- TMU School of Medicine: admission requirements
- TMU School of Medicine: admission categories and pathways
- TMU School of Medicine: selection process
- TMU School of Medicine: important dates
Figures were checked against these sources on November 4, 2026. Schools change their rules every cycle, so confirm on the official site before you apply.