Overview
33%
Acceptance Rate?Calculated from yearly application and admission figures published in official Common University Data Ontario (CUDO) reports and university publications.
12,000
Total Students?Approximate total enrollment as reported by the university in official publications and CUDO reports.
76
Student Reports?Admission results submitted anonymously by real applicants on Uniscope. Duplicate entries and statistical outliers are filtered automatically.
view student dataPeterborough, ON
$6,118–$7,514
Domestic Tuition Per Year?Typical full-time undergraduate tuition for the 2025-26 academic year, based on Statistics Canada data. Actual fees vary by program and exclude ancillary fees and living costs.
Trent is known for its stunning riverfront campus and its focus on liberal arts and environmental sustainability. It champions a collegiate system similar to Oxbridge, where colleges serve as smaller communities within the university.
Trent University's overall acceptance rate is approximately 33% for 2026 undergraduate admissions. Across 153 programs tracked on Uniscope, acceptance rates span 14–80%. These figures are based on 76 verified applicant submissions shared directly by students on Uniscope.
Report Card
Uniscope · 2026 Edition
Programs
Business Administration – Co-op
94%
14%
→
Software Engineering - Co Op
89%
34%
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Accounting & Economics (BA) - Co-op
85%
50%
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Bachelor of Arts and Science - Medical: Trent/Swansea Dual Degree
85%
50%
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Chemical Engineering: Trent/Swansea Dual Degree
85%
50%
→
Computer Science – Co-op
85%
50%
→
Law (LL.B.) Business Administration (BBA): Trent/Swansea Dual Degree
85%
50%
→
Law (LL.B.) Cultural Studies (BA): Trent/Swansea Dual Degree
85%
50%
→
Law (LL.B.) Media Studies (BA): Trent/Swansea Dual Degree
85%
50%
→
Medical Professional Stream
85%
50%
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Offer Timing
20 student-reported offers across 1 program and 4 admissions cycles
In a typical year, half of all offers were out by Dec 15, and the busiest stretch was Dec 15 – Dec 21.
Pooled from 20 offers students reported across 1 program for the 2022–23, 2023–24, 2024–25 and 2025–26 cycles, grouped by where each date falls in the admissions year rather than by calendar year. Individual reports run from Dec 13 to May 19. Release dates shift year to year — treat this as a guide, not a schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Trent University?
The overall acceptance rate at Trent University is approximately 33%. Rates vary significantly by program, so check individual program pages for competitive averages.
What are the most competitive programs at Trent University?
The most competitive programs at Trent University by acceptance rate are Business Administration – Co-op (~14%), Software Engineering - Co Op (~34%), Accounting & Economics (BA) - Co-op (~50%).
How many undergraduate programs does Trent University offer?
Trent University offers over 163 undergraduate programs.
How much is tuition at Trent University?
For the 2025-26 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition at Trent University is $6,118 to $7,514 CAD per year for domestic students and $26,445 to $32,993 CAD per year for international students. Actual fees vary by program — professional, engineering, and co-op programs may cost more.
How many students attend Trent University?
Trent University has approximately 12,000 full-time students enrolled.
Where is Trent University located?
Trent University is located in Peterborough, ON.