University of Manitoba

Since 1877, the University of Manitoba has been driving discovery and inspiring minds through innovative teaching and research excellence. The U of M has a strong and engaged community of students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors and community partners. With more than 140,000 alumni living in 137 countries with its global impact.

The university offers more than 100 programs and most of its academic departments have graduate studies leading to master's or doctoral degrees. Students can take part in over 100 service-learning, internship, co-op and exchange programs with the chance to travel and study abroad in more than 35 countries.

University of Manitoba graduate students are the future leaders of communities, businesses and government. They fuel innovation with their expertise, generating wealth in its province. Every year, graduate students showcase their research at the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition. Students are challenged to share their findings in only three minutes, offering the public an opportunity to learn the latest in research.

Innovative spaces enrich the student learning experience. The Fort Garry campus sets the stage for important discoveries, transforming itself with modern facilities while preserving the historic buildings that have defined the campus for more than a century. The University of Manitoba is home to the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, which officially opened its doors in 2015. The Centre is dedicated to preserving the truth of Residential Schools and advancing reconciliation.

Among the elite interuniversity sport programs in Canada, Bison Sports boasts more than 350 athletes across nine sports: basketball, cross country, football, golf, hockey, soccer, swimming, track and field, and volleyball. Through the student-led University of Manitoba Athletic Council, they participate in community outreach programs like Bisons Against Bullying and Bison Book Buddies.

The Active Living Centre is a 100,000-square-foot facility and offers 1,000 free weights and accessories, 160 pieces of cardio equipment, a 12-metre climbing wall and a 200-metre elevated running track.

University of Manitoba is proudly located in the heart of Canada. Manitoba is a great place to live, learn and explore. It is known for its pristine nature, beautiful landscape, vibrant culture and friendly people. While living in Manitoba, students will have the opportunity to experience all four seasons and enjoy the great outdoors.