Table of Contents:
- Who administers the GMAT test?
- What does the test center look like?
- Where are the test centers located?
- Test center holidays
- Top MBA programs in the area
- Tips
- Test Day FAQs
About ¾ of the way through your extensive GMAT prep you should begin to start planning your test day, including scheduling the test, preparing your trip to the test center, and even pre-visiting the test center so that you know exactly where it is. This guide is here to offer you all the required information related to taking the GMAT in Toronto.
Who Administers The GMAT in Toronto?
Pearson Professional Centers – administers the GMAT and EA exams on behalf of the GMAC. To find out more about the Pearson Professional test centers visit https://www.pearson.com/us/.
What Does The Test Center Look Like?
A Pearson Professional Center will include individual testing areas for each test taker with a separation screen between each test-taker.
Where are the Test Centers in Toronto?
These are the test centers in Toronto where test-takers had the best experience:
Pearson Professional Centres-Toronto (Downtown) ON
1075 Bay Street
Suite 525
Toronto, Ontario M5S 2B1
Canada
The Test Center is accessible from various directions. From the North, South, West, or East, follow specific roads to reach Bay St. Once there, take elevators to the 5th floor from either the garage or the street level entrance to find the Test Center.
Pearson Professional Centres-Toronto (West) ON
1 Eva Road
Suite 400to
Toronto, Ontario M9C 4Z5
Canada
Phone: +1 416-620-9111
To access the Pearson Professional Centre located at 1 Eva Road, visitors can arrive from various directions. Whether coming from the South East, South West, North West, or North East, individuals should head towards Burnhamthorpe Road West and then take the 427 South ramp, following signs for Eva Road. The building, situated at 1 Eva Road, can be found on the left. On Saturdays, access requires dialing the office code (0040) at the keypad to the right of the front door for entry. For those using public transit, buses #112C or #112D from Kipling station provide convenient access. Disembark at Eva Road and walk 130 meters eastward to reach the Pearson Professional Centre. Additionally, commuters can explore parking options at TTC-operated lots near the station, allowing for a seamless transition to public transportation.
Pearson Professional Centres-Toronto (Midtown) ON
21 St. Clair Avenue East
Suite 501
Toronto, Ontario M4T 1L9
Canada
Phone: +1 647-805-2830
To reach the Test Center at 21 St. Clair Ave. E.:
- From the South West: Take Gardiner Expressway, exit Jarvis St., turn right on Mt. Pleasant Ave., left on St. Clair Ave. E.
- From the North West: Take Hwy 401, exit DVP South, then Eglinton Ave. West, left on Mt. Pleasant Ave., right on St. Clair Ave. E.
- From the North East: Exit 401 at Bayview Ave. South, right on Moore Ave., left on Mt. Pleasant Ave., right on St. Clair Ave. E.
- Saturdays Entry: Dial office code (022) at the front door keypad. Use the elevator to the 5th floor.
Public Transit: Take subway to St. Clair station, use St. Clair South Side exit, and turn right; Test Center is nearby.
Pearson Professional Centres-Toronto (East) ON
2255 Sheppard Ave E
Suite 107
Toronto, Ontario M2J 4Y1
Canada
Phone: +1 647-805-0623
Parking: Paid underground parking available; accessible from Sheppard Ave E onto Settlers Road, leading to Atria 1 building. Payment at lobby kiosk; no validation.
Public Transit: Reach via 85 Sheppard East Bus (TTC) from Don Mills Station. Connect from VIVA/GO transit to TTC Line 1, then Line 4 to Don Mills Station.
After Hours: Use the door intercom for access; candidates in underground parking must use intercom. For arrivals after 6 PM on weekdays or weekends, sign in at the security desk; sign out after the appointment. Call 416-496-7996 for assistance.
Test Center Holidays
The most popular times for GMAT preparation and test-taking are during the holiday seasons. Be mindful of dates that you will not be able to take the GMAT or EA at any of the test centers mentioned above. Pearson test centers are closed during the following dates:
- New Year’s Day: January 1st
- Family Day: Third Monday in February
- Good Friday: Friday before Easter Sunday (Date varies every year)
- Easter Monday: Monday following Easter Sunday (Date varies every year)
- Victoria Day: Last Monday on or before May 24th
- Canada Day: July 1st
- Labour Day: First Monday in September
- Thanksgiving Day: Second Monday in October
- Remembrance Day: November 11th (Not a statutory holiday in all provinces, including Ontario, but widely observed)
- Christmas Day: December 25th
- Boxing Day: December 26th
Top MBA Programs In Toronto
- University of Toronto – Joseph L. Rotman School of Management
- York University – Schulich School of Business
- Wilfrid Laurier University – Toronto Campus
Tips:
- During the test there will not be complete silence – you will be able to hear noise from other test takers so it is best to prepare for this by studying for the exam in similar scenarios. This can prepare you for any distractions (such as coughing, sneezing, or computer clicking sounds) that might occur while taking your exam.
- Try to spend some time actually prepping in the lobby of the test center weeks/days in advance of your exam date. Since the place will be familiar to you come test day this can help curb test anxiety should you have any.
Test Day FAQs
Here are the top 4 questions that clients ask us about exam day information:
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Are you allowed to listen to music while taking the GMAT exam?
You are not allowed to listen to music while taking the GMAT exam and you are not allowed to wear earphones as well.
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What should I do if I fall sick on the exam day?
If you do not feel well come exam day you will have to make the decision as to whether or not you can take the test and perform at your best. Most people will not be able to do this so it will be best to cancel it. If you do so on the day of the exam you will incur a loss of your full $250 exam fee. If you cancel the exam 7 days in advance you will be charged a penalty of $50. If it is the first time that you will sit the exam and you are up for sitting through a 4 hour test, this may be a good opportunity to experience the test as you have the ability to cancel the score right afterwards if you are unhappy with it. Ultimately, it is best to take the GMAT when you are feeling your best as this will result in your optimum test performance.
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What can I bring with me to the test center?
You are allowed in the test center with the following:
- GMAT approved identification
- Appointment confirmation letter or email you received from Pearson VUE
- Prescription eyeglasses
- Light sweater or light non-outerwear jacket
- Comfort items only if they were pre-approved as an accommodation received in advance
Any additional personal belongings that you bring with you such as your cell phone, bag, snacks, and earphones will need to be stored in one of the provided lockers. You may eat your snack during the breaks. Any cell phone use throughout the test time (including breaks) is prohibited.
The test center will provide you with everything that you need in order to take the test including scratch paper and a pencil.
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What can I expect at the test center?
A usual test center is typically quite small. Once you arrive you will have to provide the administrator with the relevant documents and while these are being processed you will be asked to wait in the waiting area. In this area, you can still access all your personal belongings up until you are called into the testing room.
Once in the room, you will be allocated an individual exam station where you will find a computer.
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