University of Manitoba

University of Manitoba

Winnipeg, Canada

"Western Canada's first university and a U15 research university in Winnipeg"

Public Research University Comprehensive 🌐 umanitoba.ca https://umanitoba.ca

At a Glance

Accept Rate —
Avg Salary/Yr —
Ranking #560 (QS)
PSW VISA Up to 3 years (PGWP)
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About University of Manitoba

The University of Manitoba was founded in 1877 as Western Canada's first university. It is a U15 research university in Winnipeg with about 28,600-30,500 students, over 20% of them international from 122 countries. Its main Fort Garry campus and Bannatyne medical campus host faculties including engineering, agriculture, medicine, business (Asper), science and law. It is ranked #560 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.

Rankings & Recognition

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QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked #560 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#643 in 2026).

Ranked #560 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#643 in 2026).

Accreditations & Memberships

U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities Universities Canada Association of Commonwealth Universities

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Manitoba's global standing for that metric.

Academic Reputation 17.9#
Employer Reputation 12.6#
Faculty / Student 29.1#
Citations / Faculty 19.4#
Intl. Faculty 79.5#
Intl. Students 63.9#
Intl. Research Network 74.7#
Employment Outcomes 34.9#
Sustainability 78.2#
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Key Facts

1877 Founded
28,603 Total Students (QS)
6,429 (122 countries) International Students
2,567 Faculty (QS)
Fort Garry + Bannatyne Campuses

Popular Programs

Engineering Computer Science Business (Asper) Agriculture Nursing Biological Sciences Architecture Data Science

Application Details

Application Fee (UG, approx.) CAD 120
Fall Deadline (approx.) 1 May
Winter Deadline (approx.) 1 October
Summer Deadline (approx.) 1 February
Proof of funds (2026) CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS Academic
6.5 (each 6.0, approx.)
TOEFL iBT
86+ (approx.)
PTE Academic
58+ (approx.)
Duolingo English Test
120 (approx.)

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate —
I-20 Processing Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Green Card Pathway Express Entry / PNP (PR)

Financials

Application Fee Approx. CAD 120
Avg Scholarship CAD 1,000 - 3,000 (approx.)

Career Outcomes

40% Placement Ratio
Up to 3 years (PGWP) Post-Study Work

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Faculty (QS) — 2,567 International Staff — 29% —

Notable Alumni

Monty Hall (TV host) Izzy Asper (media founder) Lloyd Axworthy (Foreign Minister)

Campus & Location

UManitoba's main Fort Garry campus sits on a bend of the Red River in south Winnipeg; the Bannatyne campus downtown houses the health sciences.

Campus Details

Fort Garry (main)
Bannatyne (health sciences)

Campus Forecast

Summer high approx. 26 C Winter high approx. -11 C Very cold winters

Student Life & Housing

Housing

On-campus residences Winnipeg rentals

Dining

Campus food courts

Health & Wellness

Manitoba health coverage

Activities & Clubs

Bisons varsity Student clubs Winter festivals

Diversity & Demographics

Total Students (QS) 28,603
International 22.5%
Undergraduate 84.9%
Postgraduate 15.1%

Cost Deep-Dive

UG Tuition (Intl, approx.) CAD 21,175 - 27,031 / year
PG Tuition (Intl, approx.) CAD 17,486 - 54,672 / year
MBA (approx.) CAD 47,200
Study permit + biometrics CAD 150 + CAD 85
Work rights 24 hrs/week off-campus

Intakes & Deadlines

UManitoba admits in Fall, Winter and Summer; recent international deadlines were about 1 May (Fall), 1 October (Winter) and 1 February (Summer). Graduate deadlines vary.

Scholarships at University of Manitoba

2 scholarships available

View All 2
Bachelor's CAD 1,000 - 3,000 (approx.)

International Undergraduate Student Entrance Scholarship

Deadline: Ask counsellor

These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate Class 12 with programme subjects (about 70-80%+, approx.). IELTS 6.5 (each 6.0). Degrees: 4 years.
Postgraduate Bachelor's (B / 3.0 GPA). IELTS 6.5+. Master's: 1-2 years.

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic

6.5 (each 6.0, approx.)

TOEFL iBT

86+ (approx.)

PTE Academic

58+ (approx.)

Duolingo English Test

120 (approx.)

Required Documents

Valid passport Letter of Acceptance (LOA) PAL / TAL or CAQ Class 10 and 12 marksheets Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG) IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan) Statement of purpose Tuition deposit receipt Upfront medical exam

Application Process

1
Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on umanitoba.ca.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
3
Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
4
PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
5
Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
6
Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.

Campus & Location

UManitoba's main Fort Garry campus sits on a bend of the Red River in south Winnipeg; the Bannatyne campus downtown houses the health sciences.

5 of 5 courses
Bachelor's 3
University of Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 1 May (Fall, approx.)
University of Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 1 May (Fall, approx.)
University of Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 1 May (Fall, approx.)
Master's 2
University of Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 2 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 1 May (Fall, approx.)
University of Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg
Master's MBA (Asper)
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1-2 years
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline 1 May (Fall, approx.)

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