University of Winnipeg
Winnipeg's downtown liberal arts university - accessible, diverse, and community-focused.
The University of Winnipeg is a primarily undergraduate liberal arts university in downtown Winnipeg. It is known for its commitment to social justice, diversity, and Indigenous education, and serves a particularly diverse urban student population. Strong programs include Indigenous studies, humanities, social sciences, and criminal justice.
What average do you need to get into U of Winnipeg?
There is no single U of Winnipeg acceptance rate - admission is program-by-program. Top competitive programs like Criminal Justice require mid-to-high 80s, while programs at the more accessible end admit students with averages around mid 80s. A competitive overall average for most U of Winnipeg programs is roughly the mid-80s and up. Check the per-program admission averages below to find your target.
Key Facts
- Location: Winnipeg, MB
- Founded: 1967
- Students: 10,000
- Maclean's ranking: #15
- QS World ranking: #1001
- Approximate domestic tuition: $6500/year
- Co-op available: No
Top Strengths
- Indigenous Studies
- Social Sciences
- Humanities
- Criminal Justice
- Education
- Psychology
Admission Averages by Program
Real admission average ranges for U of Winnipeg programs, from most accessible to most competitive:
- Criminal Justice — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Strong program with Winnipeg Police and Manitoba justice system connections.)
- Indigenous Studies — admission average: mid 80s (One of the most community-engaged Indigenous programs in Canada.)
- Psychology — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Large program with applied and research tracks.)
- Political Science — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Good for law school and public service.)
- History — admission average: mid 80s (Strong humanities program.)
- English — admission average: mid 80s (Strong creative writing and literature tracks.)
- Sociology — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Strong social justice and urban sociology focus.)
- Rhetoric, Writing & Communications — admission average: mid 80s (Strong communications program.)
- Applied Computer Science — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Practical CS program with good downtown Winnipeg tech connections.)
- Education (After Degree BEd) — admission average: mid 70s (After-degree Manitoba teacher certification.)
Things to Know
- U Winnipeg's downtown location makes it the most accessible university in Manitoba for mature and diverse students.
- Indigenous programs are deeply connected to Winnipeg's large Indigenous urban population - genuinely impactful.
- Tuition is among the most affordable in Western Canada.
- The university's social justice focus attracts students interested in community development and advocacy careers.
Notable Alumni
- Lloyd Axworthy
- Izzy Asper
- Carol Shields