Does University of Toronto give transfer credit for IB Physics SL?
Toronto, ON
Not Currently Accepted
Minimum Grade Required
Credit Granted
No credit awarded
💡Expert's Take
IB Physics SL earns zero transfer credit at the University of Toronto, across all three campuses. U of T's secondary school transfer credit policy excludes all Standard Level IB results categorically. No score qualifies, and no campus makes an exception.
Physics HL is a different story, and a notably campus-dependent one, the full breakdown is on our Physics HL page. In short: UTSG and UTM both award Physics HL strong named equivalencies with Yes/Yes/Yes across all three restriction columns, covering the standard first-year introductory physics sequence. UTSC, by contrast, collapses to a generic 1.0 credit with No/No/No, with a note that all physics program prerequisites at UTSC are calculus-based, meaning the generic credit cannot substitute for the courses that gate physics program entry there. None of that benefit is available at SL.
What to watch for:
- Physics SL can still serve an admission purpose. It may satisfy a high school physics prerequisite for programs that require it for entry. That's a meaningful use; it counts toward getting in, just not toward reducing your course load after you arrive.
- The "5/7 or higher" score badge in this widget is inaccurate. There is no score threshold for SL because no SL result qualifies for credit. The exclusion is categorical, not score-gated. The correct widget state is "No credit awarded."
If you hold SL Physics results, plan to take first-year physics at U of T from scratch. The specific sequence depends on your program and campus, Life Sciences students at UTSG typically take PHY131H1 and PHY132H1, while students intending a physics program pathway should confirm with their physics department which calculus-based stream applies to them.
Official award line (IB Physics SL, all campuses):
Minimum score: N/A, Standard Level is categorically ineligible; no score threshold applies
Credit granted: None
UTSG Faculty of Arts & Science IB HL transfer credit table UTM IB transfer credit table UTSC IB transfer credit table
💰 Potential Savings
This SL course does not earn transfer credit at U of T, $0 saved. For comparison, the HL version earns 1.0 credit, worth approximately $659 at current tuition rates.
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Your Potential Savings
Credits Earned
0
Tuition per Credit*
~$659
Est. Savings*
~$0
*Tuition rates are approximate and may vary by academic year, faculty, and program. Always verify with University of Toronto's official sources before making decisions.
📊 Compare Physics SL at Other Universities
See how Physics SL transfer credits compare across Canadian universities. Click column headers to sort.
| University | Min Grade | Credit Granted | Est. Savings | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simon Fraser UniversityBurnaby, BC | 4/7 | SFU PHYS 1XX (3) | $699 | → | |
| University of AlbertaEdmonton, AB | 6/7 | PHYS 124 (3 units) | $651 | → | |
| Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, NS | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → | |
| McGill UniversityMontreal, QC | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → | |
| University of GuelphGuelph, ON | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → | |
| University of OttawaOttawa, ON | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → | |
| University of VictoriaVictoria, BC | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → | |
| Western UniversityLondon, ON | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → |
Tip: Different provinces have different tuition rates. Use these comparisons to find the best value for your residency status.
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Data Disclaimer
This information is compiled from University of Toronto official sources and verified community reports. It is NOT a substitute for official academic advising. Always confirm with your advisor before making decisions.
Last updated: December 2025
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