The Graduate Experience
Home to a close-knit community of scholars, the School of Graduate Studies at Trent has been described as just the right size - big enough to offer a comprehensive range of programs and access to some of the world’s top research facilities and instrumentation; small enough to cultivate personal relationships with leading professors.
Our diverse mix of graduate programs and in-demand fields of study offer a unique interdisciplinary experience while laying the foundations for career success. Whatever direction you choose, you’ll have access to world-class facilities, be mentored by some of the most exceptional scholarly minds, and enjoy opportunities for exploration, career development, and personal growth.
The Trent Grad Studies Advantage
What makes Trent University the ideal place to take the next step in your academic journey? There are many reasons our School of Graduate Studies is the right fit for you. Let’s start with the top five:
- Work Directly with Experts in Your Field - Trent’s School of Graduate Studies is home to many globally-recognized experts – some of whom are also prestigious Canada Research Chairs. From classroom learning to hands-on research across the globe, Trent grad students benefit from working alongside leading professors and contributing to the creation of new knowledge.
- Fuel New Discovery. Study Without Boundaries - Delve deep into your area of interest while expanding your knowledge and experience. Trent’s interdisciplinary approach to learning creates the opportunity for innovative exploration across multiple disciplines, which fuels creativity and discovery.
- Research with Real-World Impact - Ranked among the top research universities in Canada, Trent punches above its weight for innovation and research excellence. State-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge research centres, and world-class faculty combine to offer our students the opportunity to explore and solve the world’s biggest questions.
- Connections for Success - As a member of Trent’s community of scholars, you will build and foster connections with your fellow students as well as renowned professors and researchers who are leaders in their fields – connections that will give you the edge when looking for that recommendation in support of your next academic or career move.
- When It Comes to Finances, You’re Well-Supported - We understand that graduate studies can be a significant investment. That’s why Trent guarantees funding for eligible graduate students. The School of Graduate Studies offers outstanding financial support to students across all academic disciplines, including numerous scholarships, fellowships, bursaries and awards.
Two Campuses, A World of Opportunities
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Peterborough
Where nature connects with the convenience of city life
On the picturesque banks of the Otonabee River, Trent’s Symons Campus offers an inspirational mix of state-of-the-art facilities in a stunning natural landscape. Home to world-renowned researchers and programming in the humanities, sciences, and social sciences, the campus provides the perfect environment for graduate students to challenge themselves to take their studies further.
Located in Peterborough’s historic downtown, Catharine Parr Traill College is a hub for graduate students to study, relax and socialize. Blending history and innovation, Traill is home to several graduate programs, modern lecture halls, as well as a cozy café and traditional college library. When you become a graduate student at Trent, you’re automatically a member of Traill College.
Peterborough Quick Facts
- Over 1,400 graduate students
- 36 different countries represented by international students
- 1,400 acre campus with 30 km of hiking trails
- 90 minutes from downtown Toronto
- 220,000 population of Greater Peterborough Area
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Durham GTA
Close-knit community with the career advantages of Canada’s largest city
Just 40 minutes from downtown Toronto, Trent’s Durham GTA campus offers two central locations in Oshawa. Both locations offer modern new facilities, with access to academic supports and services, surrounded by cafes and restaurants to keep you going through your studies.
Master of Management students who wish to live on campus can apply to live in a dedicated space for grad students at the Thornton Road campus. The contemporary living space also features new classrooms, an outdoor courtyard and group study spaces.
Durham Quick Facts
- Home to Master of Management program
- 150-bed student residence & academic building
- 40 mins to Union Station in downtown Toronto
- 130+ parks and trails in Oshawa
- 699,460 population of Durham Region
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Explore your Options
Trent University offers a wide range of academic programs at the graduate level to help you achieve your goals and prepare you for personal and professional success.
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Start the Application Process
The School of Graduate Studies welcomes domestic and international applications to our programs. Discover your pathway to a master's or doctoral program at Trent.
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Funding Your Education
At Trent University, we want to ensure that you are able to concentrate on your studies while pursuing your graduate degree.
We are pleased to provide eligible full-time graduate students with annual funding:
- Master of Arts students
- Master of Science students
- Ph.D. students
This financial support normally consists of a graduate teaching assistantship, with the balance coming from one or more sources of internal University funding.
Students are also encouraged to apply to external scholarship granting agencies in early fall for the subsequent year of study. Graduate students are eligible to apply for loans/grants through the Ontario Government Student Assistance Program (OSAP). The School of Graduate Studies may provide a bursary in addition to other sources of funding based on demonstrated financial need.