University of Manitoba

Brief information about the university

The University of Manitoba was founded in 1877 and became the first university in Western Canada. Today, more than 31 thousand students study here annually, 20% of whom are international students from 110 countries worldwide.

The University of Manitoba offers more than 100 different educational programs. Special attention should be paid to business, engineering, computer and natural sciences, and agriculture.

Most university programs offer paid internships lasting four months. Students do internships at companies such as Amazon, Boeing Canada Operations Ltd., Electronic Arts Canada, KPMG LLP, PwC, and Ubisoft. Many students remain in corporations after the internship to work permanently.

University of Manitoba
The University of Manitoba has a reputation as one of the strongest research universities in the country. It is ranked 14th among the top 50 universities in Canada for attracting research grants.

The University of Manitoba is ranked among Canada’s top 15 best universities.
Asper School of Business of the University of Manitoba is among the most substantial business schools in the world.
The university is located in Winnipeg (Manitoba), where you can meet representatives of entirely different cultures, and more than 100 different languages are spoken in everyday life.
1 year of study at the University of Manitoba costs the same as 1 year at a Canadian college.
Many university programs offer paid internships (co-op).
The University of Manitoba has 50 research centers and institutes.
It is ranked 17th by the number of successfully concluded contracts and research grants.
The university’s teaching staff includes about 2,200 teachers.

Research and accreditation

The University of Manitoba is highly ranked and has received many international awards. The university is constantly engaged in scientific development and research. The main achievements include the creation of canola oil in 1970 and the development of drugs for treating and controlling hemolytic disease caused by the Rh factor.

Benefits of studying for students from other countries

International students at U of M can attend a specialized center for intensive English language learning (ELC, English Language Center) that will allow them to adapt to university classes faster and improve their academic performance.

In addition, the university has its own personal International Student Center (ICS). This special project organizes useful consultations on various topics and conducts orientation and adaptation programs.

Popular areas and programs at the university

The University’s School of Business provides finance and accounting programs that are included in the world rankings among independent studies (top 10 in Canada Business News and top 100 QS Top Universities). Studying at this school involves constant practice. More than 97% of graduates are subsequently invited to work full-time.

One of the most popular programs at the University of Manitoba is agriculture. There are unique greenhouses on the university campus where students practice. This is because the agribusiness industry is in great demand in Canada. Every eighth vacancy in the country requires specialists in this field.

Tuition fees

Tuition prices at the University of Manitoba are high. This attracts students from all over the world. The average cost ranges from $17,200 to $30,000 per academic year. The total check depends on the type of accommodation chosen and the preferred comfort level. The price includes:

– Program tuition;
– Accommodation (selected type);
– Textbooks, books, materials;
– Use of the entire campus infrastructure, as well as sports activities;
– medical insurance.

Students should pay a registration fee of CAD 120, round-trip airfare, transfer, visa fees and services, consular fees, and document transfer fees. You should also consider paying an amount for personal out-of-pocket expenses, which will be paid separately.

Study programs

The University of Manitoba has a unique preparatory program for international students called the University Transfer Program at the International College of Manitoba.

University Transfer Program (Preparation for Bachelor’s Degree)—This program has two stages. The first stage lasts 8 months and includes language and other related subjects listed as required for the first year of study. The second stage lasts 12 months and is focused exclusively on studying professional disciplines for a particular specialty. Upon completing this preparatory program, entering the second year of the bachelor’s degree program is possible immediately.

Bachelor’s degree – immediately after completing the preparatory program, you are enrolled in the second year of the bachelor’s degree at the chosen faculty. In total, the university has 12 main faculties, each of which corresponds to a specific specialty. The bachelor’s program lasts 3 years.

Preparation for Master’s Degree (Pre-Master’s) – the program lasts 1 semester. During this time, students intensively improve their skills and qualifications, which makes it easy to enter the master’s program in the future.

Master’s Degree (MBA) – Bachelors of the University of Manitoba can apply for a master’s degree at the university. The duration of study at this stage is 1 year.

Language Preparatory Program (ELC, English Language Center) is designed specifically to prepare international students for university studies. The duration of study at this stage is 1-2 semesters, depending on the level of preparation of applicants.

Accommodation at the University of Manitoba

Students can choose one of the following accommodation options:
– student residence on the university campus
– single accommodation or together with other students;
– a local family that hosts international students;
– rent a house on your own or with other students.