Trent University (TrentU)

About

Founded in 1964, Trent University is one of Canada’s top undergraduate universities. They are known for academic excellence, transformative research, and a strong commitment to community. Their motto, 'Nunc Cognosco Ex Parte' – 'Now I know in part' – reflects their dedication to lifelong learning and discovery.

 

Acronym	TrentU
Nickname	Excalibur
Motto / Slogan	Now I know in part
Colour	Trent Green and Blue
Mascot	Happy Box
Founded	1964
Location	Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
Address	1600 West Bank Drive Peterborough, ON Canada, K9L 0G2

Objectives

The university aims to encourage excellence in teaching, learning, research, and student development, while fostering a commitment to inclusive learning, sustainability, Indigenous reconciliation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. 

 

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

• School of Arts & Humanities
• School of Business
• School of Computing & Information systems
• School of Education
• Trent/Fleming School of Nursing
• School of Graduate Studies

Reasons to Study at Trent University

1. Career Success Awaits

   When you graduate from Trent, you’re almost guaranteed to find success in the career of your choice – 95% of Trent grads are employed within two years of graduation.

   
    

2. Real-World Experience

   Valuable real-world experience is your fingertips at Trent – through experimental learning and hands-on research, you will work side-by-side with leading faculty on research projects on campus, in the community, and around the world.

   
    

3. Leader in Student Satisfaction

   Trent students love Trent. As a student, you’ll find out for yourself why Trent outranks Ontario universities according to a national survey of student engagement. With a vibrant student life, personal attention from faculty and experiential learning opportunities, you'll get more than a degree from Trent!

   
    

4. Global Connections

   Interested in taking your education global? At Trent it’s easy, with a variety of study abroad opportunities available in every program and major. How will you expand your world view? Exchange? Year Abroad? International Internship? The choice is yours.

   
    

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

For the entry requirements, view the Admission Requirements page for detailed information on the Course-specific, Country-specific and English language requirements.

Supporting Documents

Official transcripts.

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

For the entry requirements, view the Application Process page for detailed information on the Course-specific, Country-specific and English language requirements.

Supporting Documents

You will see a complete list of the documents you are required to submit for the application to your program on your selected program page. Please refer to program pages for more information. Please note:

• Post-secondary transcripts and graduation certificates (where applicable) of all previous undergraduate and graduate work are required. This includes transcripts for courses taken on a Letter of Permission, for transfer credit, or on an exchange program. Transcripts must show all course work completed and grades received and be accompanied with a grading scale or transcript legend. 
• Transcripts are not required to be official and final when applying to the School of Graduate Studies. Official transcripts are only required to be submitted if an applicant receives an offer of admission.
• Previous or current Trent students do not need to submit a transcript for degree and course work completed at Trent University. Transcripts must be submitted for any course work completed at another institution (i.e. study abroad, transfer credits, etc.).

 

How To Apply For Admission

FOR UNDERGRADUATE:

•  Applying to Multiple Universities: International students applying to multiple universities should apply through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre.
• Applying Only to Trent University: International students applying only to Trent University should make applications directly to Trent University.

FOR POSTGRADUATE: Applications are made online via the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC).

 

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : 1-705-748-1314

Apply For Admission

Gallery

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  Graduating Students

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  Classroom

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  DNA Lab

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  Women's Lacrosse Team

Facilities

• Library: Trent University has a library system, including the Bata Library in Peterborough and a library at the Durham Campus. The libraries support teaching, learning, and research through various collections and services. 
• Laboratory: Trent University has many laboratories for both teaching and research across various departments, including chemistry, biology, forensics, and specialized areas like water quality analysis. These facilities include state-of-the-art equipment such as mass spectrometers, DNA labs, and a variety of analytical tools. 
• Research Center: Trent’s newly renovated Bata Library, home to three research centres, is a hub for research activity, offering researchers access to a host of resources.
• Accommodation: Living in residence at Trent comes with so many great options!  Choose if you want to live in a traditional, or suite style residence, live in a living learning community amongst people in the same academic program or with the same interests.
• Sports: At Trent, you have the opportunity to join and compete with the Excalibur men’s and women’s varsity teams based at the Peterborough campus, representing Trent at the highest level of competition in university sport. Trent student-athletes compete for excellence in high performance sports like Rowing, Rugby, Lacrosse, Volleyball, Soccer, Curling.
• Gym: Trent University has a gym as part of its Trent Athletics Centre, which includes a 12,000 sq ft fitness center with cardio and weight equipment, a 25m pool, group fitness classes, a climbing wall, and more. Students can access the gym and its facilities, with some group fitness classes included in their membership. 
• Place of Worship: Trent Spiritual Affairs maintains the Multi-Faith Room in LEC 202. People of all faiths, spiritual traditions and worldviews are welcome to use this space for spiritual practice or reflection.

 

Accreditations

• Universities Canada (formerly the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada)
• Council of Ontario Universities (COU)
• Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
• Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Yanina Chevtchouk

  Assistant Professor Dr. Yanina Chevtchouk earned her Ph.D. from a Top 1% in the World Institution (QS Rankings). She has been published in A-level journals including the Journal of Business Research, and the Journal of P... read more

  roduct & Brand Management. She is a reviewer for both journals, and annual conferences for the Academy of Marketing Science, and American Marketing Association. 
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  Asaf Zohar

  Associate Professor Dr. Zohar’s research examines the processes and enabling conditions that promote the translation of visions and missions of sustainability into successful organizing strategies and actions. His rece... read more

  nt work has focused on designing and facilitating strategic decision-making and learning processes for multiple stakeholders that condense lengthy strategic planning processes in shortened time horizons, and build shared commitment to sustainable strategies and actions.
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  David V. Beresford

  Associate Professor David is an Associate Professor in Biology, his research areas are the role of dispersal in insect and mite populations, stable flies as pests of dairy and beef farms, and insect diversity in the Huds... read more

  on Bay lowlands. He also studies insects that colonize corpses, such as blow flies and carrion beetles.

  
   

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Notable Alumni

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  Yann Martel Writer
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  Takako Suzuki Politician
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  Don Tapscott Businessperson
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  Todd Anthony Tyler Photographer

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History

Trent University resulted from a community discussion in 1957 about the potential for a post-secondary institution in the Trent Valley. The campaign to establish Peterborough's first post-secondary institution coincided with the Ontario government's plan to create new and expand existing universities and was furthered influenced by public pressure and the general belief that higher education was a key to social justice and economic productivity for individuals and for society.

In 1963, Trent University was founded as a non-denominational, public institution in downtown Peterborough, Ontario. It was established as a provincial university under the Trent University Act, 1962–63.... read more