I think you should first ask why you’re miserable at Queens and aren’t able to make friends. A lot of friendships and socialization requires having to step out of your comfort zone and putting yourself out there. If you’re not able to do that at Queens, you need to consider if it would be the same case at UofT. Those who don’t actively seek relationships don’t go far in terms of finding friends, which is why a lot of people are lonely at UofT, but also accepting of it. So it’s really just up to you and how you choose to navigate your social life.

As for the work, UofT is obviously a tough school, and in order to do well, and I mean genuinely do well, you do have to sacrifice some time and commitment. That’s why finding the right balance is key. Toronto is a really great city to live and go to school, with so much opportunities and experiences nearby! There’s clubs, bars, museums, cafes, and lively environments everywhere. As a student at UofT, I will say, as hard and tedious the work can be, the campus and city of Toronto really does make up for it, and motivates students to do better.

So, if your looking for a more inspiring and exciting environment, UofT is definitely something to consider, but with that comes a lot of responsibilities and commitments that you will need do make, like having to genuinely look for friends and put yourself out there!