Quick Summary
Situated in Winnipeg, Canada, University of Manitoba is a public research university established in 1877. Ranked #661-670 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 31000 students including 22% from outside Canada. Known for strengths in Medicine, Agriculture and Forestry, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 52%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Affordable tuition compared to other U15 universities, high research intensity, and a vibrant multicultural city environment.
Subject Strengths
MedicineAgriculture and ForestryArchitecturePharmacyEngineering
Founded1877
TypePublic Research University
Total Students31000
Intl Students22%
Faculty Ratio28
CampusUrban
Campus Size680 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHealth Sciences Centre,St. Boniface Hospital,Grace Hospital,Victoria General Hospital,Deer Lodge Centre
AccreditationAACSB,Engineers Canada,U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#661-670
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#351-400
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Arts,Science,Engineering,Business,Medicine,Law,Education,Architecture,Agriculture,Social Work,Kinesiology
Programs
52
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation,Manitoba Centre for Health Policy,Centre for Earth Observation Science
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
AACSB,Engineers Canada,U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate52%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL86
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMAT550
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Submit applications early as competitive programs like Nursing and Engineering have strict caps. International students should apply by Jan 15 for priority scholarship consideration.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Canadian Dollar
UG Tuition
$21,000/yr
per year · CAD
Living Cost
$17,000/yr
per year · CAD
PG Tuition
$13,000/yr
per year · CAD
Application Fee
$90
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$38,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CAD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Arts,Science,Engineering,Business,Medicine,Law,Education,Architecture,Agriculture,Social Work,Kinesiology programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBA (Asper School of Business) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Computer Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Nursing | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Agribusiness | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$52,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with Manitoba HydroRichardson Internationaland the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
Notable Alumni
Izzy Asper,Edward Schreyer,Frank Hawthorne,Rosemary Nixon,Monty Hall
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Investors Group Athletic Centre,Max Bell Centre,Active Living Centre,Bisons Football Stadium
Student Clubs
200
Library Resources
9 libraries with over 2.5 million printed volumes and extensive digital archives.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available