One academic reference form and and one professional reference form are required. Both referees should be individuals who can address your aptitude for studies in a health profession. Referees should also be in a position to reasonably make statements concerning your character, communication, and academic capabilities, and special circumstances, if applicable.
Examples of academic references include professors or instructors from a university setting.
Examples of professional references include supervisors in either a volunteer or employment setting.
References from family members and friends are not acceptable. Additionally, professional references from caregivers (e.g., family doctors, dentists, etc.) are not acceptable if the applicant’s sole relationship with the caregiver was as a patient. We do not accept references from teaching assistants as academic referees.
The forms must be submitted by the referees directly to ORPAS at the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre. Please refer to the ORPAS Referee Requirements page for more information.
Online Asynchronous Interview
In late March, a selection of top applicants are invited to write an online assessment (formerly known as the "CAP"). This is an open-ended exam that takes place on a Saturday in April.
We are currently updating our online assessment for the 2026-2027 application cycle. More information on the assessment will be shared in Fall 2026.
Requirements for Registration
You must meet all registration requirements to participate in the MScPT program. Failure to meet the requirements for registration may result in revocation of an offer of admission or cancelation of registration.
