University of Windsor
Canada's southernmost university - strong law, engineering, and a direct connection to Detroit.
The University of Windsor sits on the Canadian side of the Detroit River, directly across from the United States' Motor City. This location gives Windsor unique connections to the North American automotive industry, cross-border law, and international trade. Windsor's law school is nationally respected, and engineering programs benefit from direct industry partnerships with auto manufacturers.
What average do you need to get into Windsor?
There is no single Windsor acceptance rate - admission is program-by-program. Top competitive programs like Law (JD) require LSAT + GPA dependent, while programs at the more accessible end admit students with averages around mid 70s. A competitive overall average for most Windsor programs is roughly the mid-80s and up. Check the per-program admission averages below to find your target.
Key Facts
- Location: Windsor, ON
- Founded: 1963
- Students: 16,000
- Maclean's ranking: #15
- QS World ranking: #1001
- Approximate domestic tuition: $8000/year
- Co-op available: Yes
Top Strengths
- Law
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Business (Odette)
- Nursing
- Social Work
Admission Averages by Program
Real admission average ranges for Windsor programs, from most accessible to most competitive:
- Law (JD) — admission average: LSAT + GPA dependent (One of Canada's respected law schools, particularly strong for US-Canada legal issues.)
- Computer Science — admission average: high 80s (Strong program with Detroit tech ecosystem access.)
- Electrical Engineering — admission average: high 80s (Automotive electronics and power systems connections to Detroit industry.)
- Mechanical Engineering — admission average: high 80s (One of the strongest automotive engineering pipelines in Canada given Detroit proximity.)
- Industrial & Manufacturing Eng. — admission average: high 80s (Direct connections to automotive OEMs and tier-1 suppliers.)
- Computer Engineering — admission average: high 80s (Solid program with cross-border tech industry connections.)
- Business (Odette - BComm) — admission average: high 80s (Good business program with unique US-Canada trade and automotive focus.)
- Nursing (BScN) — admission average: high 80s (Good clinical placements in Windsor-Essex health system.)
- Social Work (BSW) — admission average: high 70s-80s (Strong program with Windsor's diverse community connections.)
- Psychology — admission average: high 70s-80s (Large program with research and applied tracks.)
- Political Science — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Strong for law school and cross-border policy.)
- Education (BEd) — admission average: mid 70s (Teacher certification, Ontario Southwest focused.)
Things to Know
- Windsor's proximity to Detroit is a genuine career advantage for automotive, manufacturing, and cross-border trade careers.
- Windsor Law is respected and particularly strong for US-Canada legal and trade matters.
- Windsor's cost of living is among the lowest of any Ontario university city.
- The automotive industry connections are real and active - co-op placements at Ford, Stellantis, and tier-1 suppliers happen regularly.
Notable Alumni
- Jim Flaherty (Law)
- Margaret Birch
- Mike Holt