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  International Student Guide

The University
 of Winnipeg
    WINNIPEG   |   MANITO BA    |   CANADA
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The University of Winnipeg                                                                               About   |   1

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                                                                                                                                    Lonely Planet has named
                                                                                                                                                                                                          The Heart
                                                                                                                                                                                                          of Canada
                                                                                                                                      Manitoba one of the
                                                                                                                                     top 10 “Best in Travel”
                                                                                                                                       regions for 2019.

                                                                                                                                       Third strongest
                                                                                                                                   economic growth among                                                  Winnipeg is the capital city of Manitoba and located
                                                                                                                                   major metropolitan areas                                               in the centre of Canada, which is consistently ranked
                                                                                                                                          in Canada.
                                                                                                                                                                                                          one of the world’s safest countries and one of the
                                                                                                                                           —Conference Board
                                                                                                                                            of Canada, 2018                                               world’s top travel destinations.

                                                                                                                                                                                                          Our central downtown campus is only steps away
                                                                                                                                                                                                          from exciting nightlife, galleries, museums, and
                                                                                                                                                                                                          shopping, as well as being close to green spaces,
                                                                                                                                                                                                          parks, and walkways.
Vancouver
                                                                                                                                                                                                          Manitoba’s diverse economy includes major
                                                                                                                                                                                                          industrial sectors such as aerospace, financial
                                                                Winnipeg
                                                                                                                                                                                                          services, biotechnology, manufacturing, information
                                                                                                                                                                                                          and communication technologies, interactive digital
                                                                                                                                         Toronto
                                                                                                                                                                                                          media, and more.

                                                                                                                                New York

                                                                                                                                         Chicago

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    The Great Outdoors                        Restaurants featuring                        Explore Winnipeg’s Fringe
                                                                                                                                  We’re multicultural — more                                                      Sunny Days                 Winnipeg is Canada’s
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Winnipeg was named one
  Manitoba is home to beautiful                                                            Festival, International Jazz                                                                                   Winnipeg has an average of 316                               of the best places to visit   The U.S. border is a short
                                               global cuisines and                                                                 than 100 languages are                                                                                    7th largest city with a      on earth by National
  beaches, scenic landscapes,                                                           Festival, Folk Festival, Festival du                                                                              sunny days per year, one of the                                                            1.5 hour road trip away.
    and impressive wildlife.                  award-winning chefs.                            Voyageur, and more.                       spoken here.                                                         sunniest cities in Canada!     population of 811,000.        Geographic Travel!

For more information, see U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 rankings, UK Business Insider’s ranking of safest countries, and National Geographic Travel Best Trips 2016.
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2    | About                                                    International Student Guide   The University of Winnipeg                                                                        About    |   3

      25:1
    The estimated student
     to professor ratio at
      UWinnipeg is 25:1.

      There are more
   than 1,650 current
 international students
    from 94 countries
studying at UWinnipeg.

Life on
Campus
                                                                                                                                400+                                                  10,000
UWinnipeg has a long tradition of academic excellence
and is noted for small class sizes, environmental commitment,
Indigenous scholarship, and campus diversity. When you
                                                                                                   Proud Graduates              Courses in more         Student Support                Students attend
become a student here you will join the vibrant community                                      90% of our grads are satisfied                         Health & wellness facilities,
                                                                                                                                than 50 fields of                                       The University
                                                                                                 or very satisfied with the                         including a counselling centre,
and culture of downtown Winnipeg.                                                                                               study available.                                         of Winnipeg.
                                                                                               education they received here.                             are right on campus.
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4   |   Undergraduate Studies                                                                       International Student Guide   The University of Winnipeg                                                       Undergraduate Studies      |   5

                     Undergraduate
                        Studies
                       From diverse programs and award-winning professors to unique                                               Faculty of Arts
                      research opportunities, our university treats you like an individual.
                                                                                                                                  uwinnipeg.ca/arts
                       Small class sizes, personal attention, accessible professors, active
                       student groups, and cost-free supports are all geared to help you
                                                                                                                                  Studying within the Faculty of Arts develops your perspective              “The professors will
                                     excel throughout your academic career.                                                       and passion on a variety of topics in social sciences and humanities,   work with you and meet
                                                                                                                                  while developing essential skills in problem-solving, creative          before and after class to
                                                                                                                                  and critical thinking, research, teamwork, and communications.           ensure you understand
                                                                                                                                  Taking a variety of arts courses while completing any degree is           the course material or
                       We offer both 3-year and 4-year undergraduate degrees that are recognized
                                                                                                                                  a great way of adding breadth to your knowledge base and skill set.     to answer any questions
                        around the world. A 3-year degree can be your path to employment in your
                         area of interest, while a 4-year degree will allow you to complete honours                                                                                                            you may have.”
                                          courses that can lead to graduate studies.                                              Degree Programs
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Lily, USA
                                                                                                                                  Classics                            Indigenous Studies
                                                                                                                                                                                                          Rhetoric and Communications Major
                                                                                                                                  Conflict Resolution Studies         Interdisciplinary Linguistics
                                                                                                                                  Criminal Justice                    International Development Studies
                                                                                                                                  Dance                               Mennonite Studies
                                                                                                                                  Developmental Studies               Modern Languages and Literatures
                                                                                                                                  Disability Studies                  Philosophy
                                                                                                                                  East Asian Languages and Cultures   Political Science
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      The number of
                                                                                                                                  English                             Psychology

                                                                                                                                                                                                          55
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      student groups
                                                                                                                                  French Studies                      Religion and Culture                            available to join —
                                                                                                                                  German Studies                      Rhetoric and Communications                     or start your own.
                                                                                                                                  German-Canadian Studies             Sociology
                                Looking for more information about our programs?                                                  History                             Spanish Studies
                                   Check our factsheets for sample courses, career possibilities,                                 History of Art                      Theatre and Film                                Take the Stage
                                                     and any prerequisites:                                                                                                                                           Our Theatre and Film
                                                                                                                                  Human Rights                        Urban and Inner-City Studies
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      program is one of the
                                                  uwinnipeg.ca/factsheets                                                         Indigenous Languages                Women’s and Gender Studies                      largest in Canada.
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Faculty of Science                                                                                                                                                                  Faculty of Business
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The Faculty of Science offers unique and diverse programs that give                                                                                                                 uwinnipeg.ca/fbe
you the opportunity to study innovative ideas, conduct research,
hypothesize, and expand your understanding of the world.                                                                                                                            Our programs offer you a wider range of study than at most
                                                                                                                                                                                    business schools. We don’t just create business graduates
Our Science Complex has made UWinnipeg a leader in sciences,
                                                                                                                                                                                    — we create business leaders who are capable of adapting
attracting prominent researchers from around the world, as
                                                                                                                                                                                    to the ever-changing needs of a modern world, in an
well as biology, chemistry, and environmental studies students.
                                                                                                                                                                                    environment where excellence in teaching, research, and
The rooftop features a 340 square-metre greenhouse as well as
                                                                                                                                                                                    learning become part of every student’s education.
a simulated bat cave.
                                                                                 “UWinnipeg has helped                                                                                                                                                                         “I was able to meet
                                                                                   me grow in different                                                                                                                                                                       people with the same
Degree Programs                                                                   aspects of my life. I’m                                                                           Degree Programs                                                                         interests I had, and I felt
                                                                                  really glad I made the                                                                                                                                                                    comfortable to approach
Anthropology                         Geography                                                                                                                                      Business and Administration               BBA concentrations
                                                                                choice to come here — it’s                                                                                                                    are available in:                             students and professors
Applied Computer Science             Mathematics                                                                                                                                    Economics
                                                                                 been a great fit for me.”                                                                                                                                                                     for a conversation.”
Bioanthropology                      Neuroscience                                                                                                                                   Economics and Finance                     -Accounting
Biochemistry                         Physics                                                                                                                                                                                  -Co-operative Enterprises
                                                                                                                 Lynda, Nigeria                                                                                               -Human Resource Management                            Jordy, Brazil
Biology                              Physics — Medical Stream                                               Biochemistry Major                                                                                                                                                      Business Major
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              -International Business
Chemistry                            Statistics
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              -Marketing
Environmental
Studies and Sciences

                                                    Small Class Sizes                                  LEED Certified                                                                           Co-op Program                    BASA                                                  Make Connections

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                 State-of-the-art
                                                    On average only 24                                 Our Science Complex is is one of                                                         Designed to develop self-        The Business Administration Students’                 A variety of industry-centered
                 research and
                                                    students in a first-year                           the most energy efficient educational                                                    sufficiency, employability,      Association (BASA) is one of the longest              networking and social events
                 teaching labs.                     biology or chemistry lab.                          lab buildings in North America.                                                          and confidence.                  running student groups on campus.                     are held throughout the year.
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Gupta Faculty of                                                                                                             Pre-Professional
Kinesiology and                                                                                                              Studies                                                                        Programs Available

Applied Health
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                                                                                                                             uwinnipeg.ca/pre-professional
                                                                                                                                                                                                            Pre-Dentistry

uwinnipeg.ca/kinesiology                                                                                                     Pre-professional pathways prepare students for their                           Pre-Law
                                                                                                                             professional program of choice, and can be used to fulfil the                  Pre-Medicine

Explore the study of human movement through any of                                                                           admission requirements for professional programs at other                      Pre-Occupational Therapy
our program areas designed to help you develop an                                                                            universities in Canada, the U.S., and around the world.                        Pre-Optometry
understanding of research and practice in physical activity,                                                                                                                                                Pre-Pharmacy
fitness, exercise, and sport.                                                                                                                                                                               Pre-Physical Therapy
                                                                             “I have the opportunity to                      Direct-Entry Pathways                                                          Pre-Physician Assistant
Kinesiology professors at UWinnipeg have expertise in areas
                                                                             gain hands-on experience                        Students in Canada do not begin studies related to many popular
that include physical activity, sports nutrition, coaching, sport
                                                                                 and to interact with                        professions, including medicine, law and dentistry, directly from
and exercise psychology, motor behaviour, exercise physiology,                                                               high school. These programs require several years of undergraduate
                                                                             professors because of the
biomechanics and prevention, care and treatment, and muscle,                                                                 coursework before students are eligible to apply.
                                                                              small class sizes offered
bone, and joint injuries.                                                                                                    While completion of a UWinnipeg pre-professional program does
                                                                                here at UWinnipeg.”
                                                                                                                             not guarantee admission into a professional faculty, you will benefit
Degree Programs                                                                                                              from our small class sizes, personalized instruction and state-of-the-art
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                                                                                                                             science facilities.                                                          If you change your mind, courses
Bachelor of Kinesiology (4-year)                                                    Kinesiology Major
                                                                                                                             Students must be aware of restrictions international students may face      taken as part of a pre-professional
Bachelor of Science: Athletic Therapy (4-year)
                                                                                                                             with admissions to professional programs, and should do their own             program are applicable to other
Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (3-year)                                                                                                                                                          UWinnipeg degree programs.
                                                                                                                             research on professional schools (which ones accept international
                                                                                                                             students and their entrance requirements), prior to applying or
                                                                                                                             beginning any of these programs. Many of our pre-professional
                                                                                                                             studies lead to a bachelor’s degree, which will offer flexibility and        You can also take courses from
              Student-centred                    Our Kinesiology graduates          Stay Active                              options for graduates.                                                       outside your major to complete
              Take advantage of the                                                 UWinnipeg students have access
                                                 have gone on to work with                                                                                                                                requirements for your degree!
              faculty’s small classes, labs,                                        to our Fitness Centre and the
              and accessible professors.           professional athletes!           Axworthy Health & RecPlex
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10    |   Curriculum Requirements                                                                             International Student Guide    The University of Winnipeg                                                                                     How to Apply   |   11

Curriculum
Requirements                                                                                                                                                          How to Apply
uwinnipeg.ca/intl-req                                                                                                                                                                               uwinnipeg.ca/apply

Admission is based on your high school curriculum, by country in most cases.
For a full list of requirements by country, visit the link above.
Below you can find the requirements for common international curricula.
                                                                                                                                             01.                                                              04.
                                                                                                                                             Review the Admission Requirements                                Submit all Required Documents
                                                                                                                                             Admission requirements by country are listed on our website:     Scans of official transcripts that can be verified online
American                                                            Advanced Placement                                                       uwinnipeg.ca/intl-req                                            (e.g. IGCSE, IELTS) can be uploaded directly to the
› Complete grade 12 with a minimum high school average              › National AP Scholars: automatic scholarship of $2,250
                                                                                                                                             If you are not from an English exempt country, supporting        Application Portal.
  of C+ or better on a minimum of five academic subjects              for writing five AP final examinations and obtaining an
                                                                                                                                             documents are required to show you meet the English              Or request your school/institution email the transcript
› No SAT required                                                     average of at least 4.0
                                                                                                                                             language requirements: uwinnipeg.ca/language-req                 directly to our Admissions Office (from an official email
                                                                    › English waiver for achieving 3+ on AP English examination                                                                               address) at intladmissions@uwinnipeg.ca
British                                                               (Language Composition; Literature and Composition)                     For example:
                                                                                                                                                                                                              Other required documents may include proof of English
› (International) General Certificate of Education,                                                                                          TOEFL: Minimum score of 86 with no less than 20
                                                                    › Recognition for individual courses: $250 for each AP exam                                                                               language level, proof of citizenship (passport scan) and
  with two subjects at Advanced Level and three at Ordinary                                                                                  in each component
                                                                      result of 5, $150 for each AP exam result of 3                                                                                          a study permit scan. Documents that are not English will
  Level, or three subjects at Advanced Level and one at                                                                                      IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.5 on the Academic Module
                                                                    › Transfer credit awarded for more than 25 courses, resulting                                                                             require an official translation.
  the Ordinary Level                                                                                                                         (no individual bands)
                                                                      in fewer courses to take at university and the opportunity to                                                                           Documents that cannot be scanned or emailed
› Secondary School Grade: C (with no mark below a D)
                                                                      start at an advanced level                                                                                                              can be sent by mail or courier to:
  or 4 (no grade below a 3). Grade 11/AS-level students may
  be considered for the UWinnipeg Pre-University Pathway            Find the full list of eligible transfer courses at                       02.                                                              Office of Admissions
  Program (see p.13)                                                   uwinnipeg.ca/ap-ib                                                    Apply Online                                                     515 Portage Avenue
                                                                                                                                             uwinnipeg.ca/apply                                               Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3B 2E9
Caribbean                                                           International Baccalaureate                                                                                                               *Official documents can be returned to the home address or
                                                                    › Diploma students: automatic scholarship of $2,250 for                  Start by creating an account with your personal email and        retrieved upon arrival.
› Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) — Diploma with
                                                                      30+ points, including the extended essay and Theory of                 password. Once you log in, you can add an undergraduate
  a minimum two 2-Unit subjects at the CAPE Advanced
  Level plus CSEC                                                     Knowledge course                                                       program, then select the faculty and major.

                                                                                                                                             You will receive a confirmation email that your application
                                                                                                                                                                                                              05.
› Secondary School Grade: III (with no mark below a IV)             › Recognition for non-diploma students: $250 for each IB final
                                                                      result of 7 (HL), $200 for each IB final result of 6 (HL) or 7 (SL),   has been submitted, which includes a student number to           Check Your Application Status
                                                                      $150 for each IB final result of 5 (HL)                                use in all communication with the Admissions Office.
Indian                                                                                                                                                                                                        Log in to the Self-Service portal frequently to check your
                                                                    › English waiver for achieving 4 or higher on HL English                                                                                  application status and for any Admissions communications.
› All-Indian Senior School Certificate, Higher
  Secondary Certificate                                             › Transfer credit awarded for more than 20 courses, resulting            03.                                                              Expect an email regarding your application status two to four
                                                                      in fewer courses to take at university and the opportunity to                                                                           weeks after we have received the application, the fee, and all
› Secondary School Grade:                                                                                                                    Pay the Application Fee
                                                                      start at an advanced level                                                                                                              required documents.
  CBSE – minimum 72% (B2) average*;
                                                                                                                                             Pay the $120 application fee through Paypal or Flywire by
  PSEB – minimum B+ average*;
                                                                                                                                             a variety of methods, including bank transfer or credit card.
  AISSC and other boards – minimum 75% average*;
  *academic subjects only

*academic subjects nly

                                                                                                                                                  Application Deadlines:                                      If you have questions after you apply,
                                                                                                                                                                                                              please contact the Admissions Office at:
                                                                                                                                                  Fall Term: June 1
                                                                                                                                                  Winter Term: October 1                                      +1.204.786.9159
                                                                                                                                                  Spring Term: March 1                                        intladmissions@uwinnipeg.ca
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12    |   English Language Program                                                                    International Student Guide   The University of Winnipeg                                                                              The Collegiate    |   13

English Language                                                                                                                    The Collegiate
Program                                                                                                                             collegiate.uwinnipeg.ca

uwinnipeg.ca/elp                                                                                                                    The University of Winnipeg Collegiate is a High School at University,
                                                                                                                                    offering students an exceptional pre-university pathway program where
UWinnipeg's English Language Program (ELP) delivers high quality                                                                    students connect with high achieving students from around the world in
programs for students seeking to enhance their English proficiency.                                                                 an environment with an established tradition of academic excellence.
The specific program options will meet the needs of students with a
variety of language abilities and desired outcomes.

University Pathway Program                                        Your Study Pathway                                                UWinnipeg Pre-University Pathway                                › Connect with other high achieving students:
                                                                                                                                    Program (UW-PUPP)                                                 Learn in an environment with an established tradition
The University Pathway Program provides excellent preparation     Apply for undergraduate and then ELP program Begin
                                                                                                                                                                                                      of academic excellence.
for academic studies, developing the skills students require to   University Pathway Program Pass Academic Level 5                  A rigorous academic program that ensures students are
be successful in an academic environment.                         Begin UWinnipeg undergraduate studies with 6 credit hours         prepared to meet the challenges of undergraduate studies,       › Benefit from dedicated support: Participate in our
                                                                                                                                    while seamlessly transitioning into their UWinnipeg program.      nurturing program that supports the transition to
Advantages of our pathway program:                                Other Programs                                                                                                                      undergraduate studies with dedicated academic
                                                                                                                                    The UW-PUPP is for academically strong students who do not
› Meet UWinnipeg’s language requirements: Successful              › General English (14 weeks)                                                                                                        advising, special activities, and more.
                                                                                                                                    currently meet undergraduate entrance requirements.
  completion of Academic Level 5 meets the language                                                                                                                                                 › Qualify for scholarships: Eligible for UWinnipeg Special
                                                                  › Short-Term Intensive (4 weeks)
  requirement needed for entry to undergraduate and                                                                                 Advantages of our preparatory program:                            Entrance Scholarships after graduation
  PACE programs                                                   › Canadian Workplace Experience (7 weeks)
                                                                                                                                    › Obtain Canadian secondary credentials: A Manitoba
› Earn university credits: Experience a real university course                                                                        provincial high school diploma fulfills the academic and
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Your Study Pathway
  and classroom, taught by a UWinnipeg instructor, and earn                                                                           English language requirements to begin university.            Grade 11 / AS levels in your home country Pre-University
  6 credit hours towards your degree program                                                                                                                                                        Pathway Program at The Collegiate Bachelor’s degree at
                                                                                                                                    › Demonstrate a solid study plan: Successful applicants
› Practice English outside the classroom: Enhance your                                                                                                                                              The University of Winnipeg
                                                                                                                                      receive two letters of acceptance: one from The Collegiate,
  learning with group student life activities and connect with                                                                        and a conditional acceptance to The University of Winnipeg,
  friends from different backgrounds, learn about different                                                                           showing a firm commitment to a course of study in Canada.
  cultures, and improve your English skills!
                                                                                                                                    › Study dual credit courses: Students may accelerate their
                                                                                                                                      studies by studying dual credit courses to earn secondary
                                                                                                                                      and post-secondary credits concurrently. The cost of these
                                                                                                                                      courses is included in Collegiate tuition.

                                                                                       Contact us                                                                                                                         Contact us

                                                                                       For more information about                                                                                                         For more information about
                                                                                       programs and applying,                                                                                                             programs and applying,
                                                                                       please visit uwinnipeg.ca/elp                                                                                                      please visit collegiate.uwinnipeg.ca
                                                                                       or email infoelp@uwinnipeg.ca.                                                                                                     or email collegiate@uwinnipeg.ca.

                                                                                                         Have Fun!                                                                                                                          Make Some Noise
                                                                                                         Put your skills to work                                                                                                            Partnership with
                                                                                                         outside the classroom                                                                                                              Manitoba Conservatory
                                                                                                         with group activities                                                                                                              for Music and Arts.
                                                                                                         every Friday.
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14       |   Professional, Applied and Continuing Education                                                    International Student Guide   The University of Winnipeg                                                                        Graduate Studies   |   15

Professional, Applied and                                                                                                                    Graduate Studies
Continuing Education                                                                                                                         uwinnipeg.ca/grad-studies

pace.uwinnipeg.ca                                                                                                                            Our graduate programs offer a variety of opportunities for graduate
                                                                                                                                             students: many of the programs feature a multi-disciplinary approach,
PACE offers professional and applied post-degree level programs to those                                                                     some are pre-professional programs, and all train students in small cohorts,
who want to focus their education on specialized career fields in high-growth                                                                emphasizing opportunities to network with other scholars.
employment sectors. Our competitive advantage results from high academic
standards, an incredible team of instructors, and industry-aligned curriculum.

 Post-Degree Diploma Programs                                            Start Term                Duration                Tuition           Master of Arts Programs                                     Professional Programs
                                                                                                                                             Applied Economics                                           Master in Development Practice: Indigenous Development
 Advanced Business Management                                            May & September           12 months               $13,415           Criminal Justice                                            Master in Management: Technology, Innovation and Operations
 Artificial Intelligence                                                 September                 13 months               $21,915                                                                       (in-person and online format)
                                                                                                                                             Cultural Studies
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Master in Marriage and Family Therapy
 Financial Management                                                    January                   24 months               $24,680           Indigenous Governance

 Human Resources Management                                              May & September           12 months               $19,115                                                                       Environmental Studies
                                                                                                                                             Master of Science Programs
 Marketing Management                                                    January                   24 months               $24,680                                                                       Environmental and Social Change
                                                                                                                                             Applied Computer Science and Society
                                                                                                                                                                                                         (Master of Arts, Science or Environment)
 Network Security                                                        February & August         16 months               $23,180           Bioscience, Technology and Public Policy

 Predictive Analytics                                                    May                       13 months               $21,915

 Project Management                                                      May & September           12 months               $19,515

 Public Relations, Marketing & Strategic Communications                  August                    13 months               $19,875

 Supply Chain Management                                                 January & May             13 months               $19,515

 Web Development                                                         January & September       12 months               $22,515

Key Application Deadlines: Jan 15 (May programs) | May 15 (Aug/Sept programs) | Sept 15 (Jan/Feb programs)

                                                                                               Contact us                                                                                                                      Contact us

                                                                                               For more information about                                                                                                      For more information about
                                                                                               programs and applying, please                                                                                                   programs and applying, please visit
                                                                                               visit pace.uwinnipeg.ca or email                                                                                                uwinnipeg.ca/grad-studies or email
                                                                                               paceft@uwinnipeg.ca.                                                                                                            gradstudies@uwinnipeg.ca.

                                                                                                                In Good Company                                                                                                    Grads rate their educational
                                                                                                                The average age of                                                                                                experience in the Top 10 of all
                                                                                                                a PACE student is                                                                                                    Canadian universities.
                                                                                                                between 28–32.
All fees are in Canadian dollars and subject to change without notice.
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16     |   Campus Living                                                                                           International Student Guide   The University of Winnipeg                                                                       Student Services     |   17

Campus Living                                                                                                                                    Student Services
uwinnipeg.ca/campus-living                                                                                                                       uwinnipeg.ca/student/intl

Living in residence at UWinnipeg gives you the opportunity to live on                                                                            From arrival until graduation, we offer international students ongoing
your own, without being alone. You’ll meet students from across Canada                                                                           support and services. We encourage students to take advantage of the fun
and around the world, establish lifelong friendships, and get involved in                                                                        cultural and social activities, as well as the support and advising available
a variety of activities around campus and in the surrounding area.                                                                               at the dedicated student centre for international students.

Residence Options                                                  Homestay                                                                                                                                                      How We Can Help
McFeetors Hall Great-West Life Student Residence offers            Homestay is a great way to help you adjust to life in                                                                                                         Immigration Advising
modern, air-conditioned, dorm-style units with a private           Winnipeg, practice your English language skills, and learn                                                                                                    We offer personalized immigration
washroom, common lounge areas with a TV, kitchen and free          about Canadian life and culture. You can expect a private,                                                                                                    advising to help you understand
Wi-Fi, study areas, and laundry facilities. Room options include   furnished bedroom; Internet; food for 3 meals per day;                                                                                                        different permits and visas.
single and double furnished dorms as well as family options.       and the experience of being part of a Canadian family.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Airport Reception
The Balmoral Houses feature shared common areas and                For current homestay fees, see p.21 or visit:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Request to be picked up at the airport
private bedrooms with air-conditioning.                            uwinnipeg.ca/homestay
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 and brought to your residence.
For current residence fees, see p.21 or visit:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Academic Advising
uwinnipeg.ca/campus-living
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Advisors are available to help you
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 create an academic plan and assist
     Downtown Commons offers suites with                                                                                                                                                                                         with registration.

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     affordable student rents, across from the                                           Nationalities currently                                                                                                                 Mentor Program
     main campus: downtowncommons.ca                                                     represented in residence.                                                                                                               Get matched up with current
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 UWinnipeg students to help you learn
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 all about life on campus.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Career Services
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Employment counselling is
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 available throughout your studies
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 and after graduation.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Academic Success Workshops
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Topics designed to improve your
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 learning skills and help you achieve
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 your academic goals, such as library
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 resources, test-taking strategies,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 note taking and more.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Welcome Week
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Start your Canadian
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 experience off right with
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18    |   Work Opportunities                                              International Student Guide   The University of Winnipeg                                                                             Work Opportunities     |    19

Work Opportunities
Full-time international students with a valid study permit are eligible
to work part-time on- or off-campus. There are many job opportunities
at the university and downtown, near campus.

Work-Study Program                                                                                      Co-op Programs                                                    The Manitoba Advantage
The Work-Study Program provides on-                                                                     For students in the Faculty of Business and Economics or          Students who have completed an undergraduate degree
campus part-time job opportunities for                                                                  studying Applied Computer Science, our Co-op Program              at UWinnipeg are eligible for a post-graduation work
eligible full-time University of Winnipeg                                                               facilitates real work experience and the opportunity to put the   permit, which offers the opportunity to work in Canada
students. The program assists you with                                                                  knowledge that you’ve learned in the classroom into action.       after graduation.
meeting your expenses during the
                                                                                                        To find out more, visit: uwinnipeg.ca/coop-program
academic year, and offers valuable life                                                                                                                                   Immigrate to Manitoba
and work experience with flexible hours                                                                                                                                   The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program is a priority
that work around your school schedule.                                                                                                                                    assessment stream for international students with strong
It also often provides work experience                                                                  In my Co-op placement, I worked in all areas                      ties to Manitoba, who are interested in immigrating. It offers
in your area of study, as a number of the                                                               of HR and that allowed me to get my consulting                    the opportunity for international student graduates to
positions are program related.                                                                          position. I am very thankful that I have the                      apply for permanent residence status in Canada. Manitoba
                                                                                                        job I have and I absolutely love it! If it were                   nominated 1,923 international graduates for permanent
Work-Integrated Learning                                                                                not for the Co-op Program, I would not be                         residency in 2018.
Work-integrated learning gives                                                                          where I am today!                                                 To find out more, visit: immigratemanitoba.com
students the experience they need to
be successful. Connect with employers
and get opportunities to solve real-                                                                                    Terina Ingram
world problems — prepare to make                                                                                        Faculty of Business and Economics, Double Major       Work Regulations
                                                                                                                        in Marketing and Human Resource Management            For information on work regulations, visit: cic.gc.ca
an impact in the modern workforce.
Through Co-op placements, internships,
or practicums, students put their skills,
knowledge, and abilities to use in a
way that complements their education
and provides useful experience for
employment after graduation.                                                                                                                                                                     Connect with UWinnipeg

Experiential Learning                                                                                                                                                                            Learn more about our programs and
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We offer a wide variety of experiential
                                                                                                                                                                                                 Session. Offered at optimal times
learning opportunities. In addition
                                                                                                                                                                                                 for various international audiences,
to classroom-oriented approaches
                                                                                                                                                                                                 you can register for a session at
like simulations or laboratories, many
                                                                                                                                                                                                 uwinnipeg.ca/presentations.
projects involve out-of-classroom
experiences, with a focus on: field                                                                                                                                                              Visit uwinnipeg.ca/futurestudent to
placements and research, internships,                                                                                                                                                            connect with UWinnipeg students.
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20    |   Scholarships and Awards                                                                           International Student Guide   The University of Winnipeg                                                                                                                                           Tuition and Fees            |   21

Scholarships and Awards                                                                                                                   Tuition and Fees
uwinnipeg.ca/intl-awards                                                                                                                  uwinnipeg.ca/intl-fees

There are many ways to fund your education as an international student.                                                                   Students benefit from Manitoba having one of the lowest tuition rates for international
In addition to entrance awards, international students are also eligible                                                                  students in Canada. American students also benefit from the favourable exchange rate
for in-course awards after the first year.                                                                                                to the U.S. dollar, with an average of 1 CAD = 0.80 USD.

Scholarship Opportunities                                                                                                                 Estimated Tuition and Fees for One Academic Year
                                                                                                                                          (September–April)
President’s Scholarship for                       International Baccalaureate               AP/IB Transfer Credit Scholarships
World Leaders                                     Entrance Scholarship                      Students who are admitted directly
This scholarship will be given to                 Students must present the International                                                  Application Fee (non-refundable)                                                                                                             $120
                                                                                            from high school and choose to transfer
international students (including U.S.            Baccalaureate Diploma with a grade        AP or IB exam results as credit towards        Tuition — 5 Courses (30 credit hours in any faculty)                                                                                         $15,240–$19,300
students) entering any of UWinnipeg’s             total of at least 30, including the       their undergraduate studies will
divisions for the first time. Candidates          extended essay and the Theory of          receive a scholarship.                         General Fees, Books, and Supplies                                                                                                            $1,900–$2,100
must be involved in activities that               Knowledge course, and with no grade
                                                                                            Values:                                        Health Insurance (basic and extended for 365 days)                                                                                           $1,350
demonstrate leadership, have a                    below 4 on the 3 higher level and 3
                                                                                            › $250 for each AP exam result of 5
minimum 80% admission average or                  standard level papers.
                                                                                            › $150 for each AP exam result of 4            Total                                                                                                                                        $18,610–$22,870
equivalent, and entering the first year
                                                  Value: $2,250                             › $250 for each IB final result of 7 on
of any program.
                                                                                              higher level papers
Scholarships will be awarded to two               Advanced Placement                        › $200 for each IB final result of 6
students from each of the                         Program Entrance Scholarship                on higher level papers and 7 on             Note:
following regions:                                Awarded to students who are entering        standard level papers                       1. Figures are estimated for the 2021/22 academic year and are subject to change. Some programs include additional costs and all fees are quoted in Canadian dollars.
›   The Americas & Caribbean                      UWinnipeg as a National AP Scholar.       › $150 for each IB final result of 5 on       2. Five 6-credit-hour courses, or 30 credit hours, is the maximum course load for fall/winter. International students must maintain full-time status, which is 18 to 30 credit hours per year.

›   Africa & Europe                               Students must write five AP final           higher level papers
›   Asia & Middle East                            examinations and obtain an average
                                                  of at least 4.0 on these examinations.    In-Course Awards
Value: $5,000
                                                  Value: $2,250                             For current students, after completing
                                                                                            one year (2 terms) at UWinnipeg,              Residence Options and Fees for One Academic Year                                                        Homestay Fees
Special Entrance Scholarships                                                                                                             (September–April)
                                                                                            international students can apply for a
Available to international students
                                                                                            wide range of awards and scholarships.
studying in Canada, students studying
Canadian curriculum overseas, and                                                           Value: Up to $10,000                           McFeetors Hall                                                                                           Fall Term
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   $9,495                                                                                                   $3,340
students from the U.S. Must have a                                                                                                         Single furnished dorm with meal plan                                                                     (Sept–Jan, including all fees)
final grade 12 admission average of
                                                                                                                                           Balmoral Houses                                                                                          Fall & Winter Terms
85% or higher, and have completed an                                                                                                                                                                               $5,100                                                                                                   $6,340
                                                                                                                                           Single furnished dorm                                                                                    (Sept–April, including all fees)
application for admission before March 1.

Value: $1,100–$2,250
                                                                                                                                          For more information, visit:                                                                            For more information, visit:
                                                                                                                                          uwinnipeg.ca/campus-living                                                                              uwinnipeg.ca/homestay

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Note:
     After the First Year                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Homestay fees vary by program and include an airport pick-up, private bedroom,
                                                                                                               Grads Get Hired                                                                                                                    shared bathroom, and food.
     There are hundreds of awards available for
                                                                                                               Our graduates have
     all types of students after the first full year of                                                                                                                                                                                           All fees are in Canadian dollars and subject to change without notice.
                                                                                                               an employment rate
     study. In 2020-21, 17% of award recipients                                                                of 95.9% two years
     were international students                                                                               after graduation.
Faculty of Arts                                                               Faculty of Business
Classics                                 Mennonite Studies                    and Economics
Conflict Resolution Studies              Modern Languages and Literatures     Business and Administration
Criminal Justice                           -French Studies                      -Accounting
Dance                                      -German Studies                      -Co-operative Enterprises
Developmental Studies                      -Spanish Studies                     -Human Resource Management
Disability Studies                       Philosophy                             -International Business
East Asian Languages and Cultures        Political Science                      -Marketing
English                                  Psychology                           Economics
   -Creative Writing                     Religion and Culture                 Economics and Finance
   -Screen and Cultural Studies          Rhetoric and Communications
   -Young People's Text and Cultures     Sociology
German-Canadian Studies                  Theatre and Film
History                                    -Acting
                                                                              Gupta Faculty of Kinesiology
History of Art                             -Design
                                                                              and Applied Health
Human Rights                               -Filmmaking
                                                                              Athletic Therapy
Indigenous Languages                       -Playwriting
                                                                              Kinesiology
Indigenous Studies                         -Stage Management and Production
                                                                              Physical and Health Education
Interdisciplinary Linguistics            Urban and Inner-City Studies
International Development Studies        Women’s and Gender Studies

Faculty of Science                                                            Pre-Professional Studies
Anthropology                             Geography                            Pre-Chiropractic
Applied Computer Science                 Mathematics                          Pre-Dentistry
  -Health Informatics                    Neuroscience                         Pre-Law
  -Information Systems                   Physics                              Pre-Medicine
  -Scientific Computing                    -Chemical                          Pre-Occupational Therapy
Bioanthropology                            -Computational                     Pre-Optometry
Biochemistry                               -Mathematical                      Pre-Pharmacy
Biology                                    -Medical                           Pre-Physical Therapy
Chemistry                                  -Radiation Health and Safety       Pre-Physician Assistant
Environmental Studies and Sciences       Statistics
  -Chemistry (BSc)                         -Data Science
  -Forest Ecology (BSc)
  -Forest Policy and Management (BSc)
  -Global Environmental Systems (BSc)
  -Sustainable Urban Environments (BA)
  -Sustainable Resource Systems (BA)

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