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Knox College, Canada

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What is Knox College?

Knox College is a theological school of the Reformed tradition, educating Presbyterians and other Christian leaders. Learn more about the College here.

How old is Knox College?

The College’s first classes were held on November 5, 1844. It has been in operation at its present location, 59 St. George Street, since September 29, 1915. Learn more about Knox’s history on the timeline here.

Where is it located in relation to the U of T St. George campus?

Knox College is located at the heart of the University of Toronto’s St. George Campus. On the King’s College Circle side, it is situated close to Convocation Hall, Simcoe Hall, and University College. On St. George Street, Knox is next to the U of T’s School of Graduate Studies. It is located at 59 St. George Street; click here to see the College on Google Maps.

How do I update my contact information?

You can update your contact information here.

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May I study part-time?

Yes. Students are welcome to study part-time at Knox College, with the understanding that program duration limitations exist for each program. Please contact the Recruitment Officer and Admissions Counsellor for more information.

Does Knox College have online courses?

Yes. Knox College offers at least one online course each semester. Please see the Course schedules under Academic Resources for the current online course offerings.

Does Knox College offer evening courses?

Yes. Knox College offers at least one Tuesday evening course each semester. Please see the Course Schedule for the current evening course offerings.

Does Knox College offer undergraduate courses?

No. Knox College is a graduate school of theology. Its courses are offered for graduate (master’s) and doctoral programs. Learn more about our programs and their requirements here.

Does Knox College permit people to audit courses?

Yes, with some exceptions. Please contact the Registrar for more information.

Use of Knox Facilities
May I get married in the Knox College Chapel?

The Knox College Chapel is available for some weddings; the bride and groom need not be members of a church or denomination. However, the officiant must have membership in the Canadian Council of Churches, and the ceremony must be Christian. Each wedding rental request is subject to approval upon application. Please find information here.

May I purchase a permit to take my wedding (or family/anniversary/engagement/proposal) photos at Knox College?

If you are interested in taking photographs (whether proposal, engagement, wedding, anniversary, or family) at Knox College, please make a tentative booking with Knox to hold the date/time. Then, within three months of the intended photography date, contact Knox to purchase a photography permit. Permits cost $400 (including tax) per two-hour time block. Please note that Knox will not issue a photography permit to you if there is a wedding scheduled during the same two-hour time block you have tentatively booked. Please contact the Assistant to the Manager of Facilities.

Can the premises be rented for external functions?

Knox’s classrooms, Dining Hall, boardroom, rotunda, cloisters, courtyard, and KNOXFRA room may all be rented if there is no conflict with a scheduled Knox College event. Please find images here, or contact the Assistant to the Manager of Facilities.

Do you have a caterer?

Knox College uses various caters, including St. George Catering, UC Catering, and Veda, for on-site catering services.

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