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University of Manitoba

📍 Winnipeg, MB, Canada · QS World Rank #284 · umanitoba.ca
65%
Acceptance rate
~$18k
Tuition / yr
6.5
IELTS required
14%
Intl students
1877
Founded
#284
QS World rank

QS ranked #284 globally; strong medical & engineering programs; affordable location. This guide covers University of Manitoba's courses, fees, English & academic requirements, scholarships, the step-by-step admission process, student-visa and post-study-work rules, and tips to get in — everything in one place.

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📚 Courses & programs at University of Manitoba

University of Manitoba is best known for Engineering, Medicine, Business. Popular programs for international students include:

Class profile: Research-focused; Winnipeg location.

✅ Entry requirements

IELTS (Academic)6.5
TOEFL iBT86
PTE Academic60
Duolingo English Test110
GREOptional
GMAT (MBA)Required for MBA (min 500)
Min GPA / grade3.0/4.0
Work experience2 yrs (MBA)
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💰 Fees & cost of studying

Tuition (international)$17.5k/yr international (undergrad); $24k/yr (MBA)
Application fee$CAD 100
Living costs (est.)CAD 12,000–18,000/yr (CAD 22,895 for visa)
ScholarshipsInternational Excellence Awards

Plan your budget for tuition + living + health insurance + the visa fee. Compare funding with the free scholarship finder.

📝 Step-by-step admission process

  1. Shortlist programs & check GRE policy
  2. IELTS 6.5–7.0; prepare SOP, LORs, transcripts
  3. Apply online (Fall deadlines Dec–Feb)
  4. Receive offer letter
  5. Pay tuition deposit → get acceptance
  6. Apply for study permit (GIC)

📄 Documents checklist

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🎯 Tips & tricks to get admission

📅 Intakes & deadlines

IntakesFall (Sep), Winter (Jan)
Typical deadlineFeb 1 (Fall); Sep 1 (Winter)
Acceptance rate65% (moderately selective)

All figures are indicative and change year to year — always confirm on the official site (umanitoba.ca) before applying.

How University of Manitoba compares in Canada

The figures on this page mean little on their own. Set against the 30 other Canada universities in our dataset, they say something more useful about where an application to University of Manitoba is likely to be won or lost.

Programme areas: Engineering · Business (MBA) · Medicine · Science · Law. Entry requirements are set per programme, not per university, so the figures above are the institutional baseline — a competitive department inside an accessible university can run far tighter than the headline rate suggests.

Practical order of work for University of Manitoba: clear the English requirement first, because it gates everything and is the only part of the application you fully control; then confirm which of the Fall (Sep) and Winter (Jan) intakes you are targeting, since the typical deadline is Feb 1 (Fall); Sep 1 (Winter) and funding decisions usually close before admission decisions; then build the application around one specific programme rather than the institution. Budget the application fee of $CAD 100 per programme, and living costs of CAD 12,000–18,000/yr (CAD 22,895 for visa) on top of tuition of $17.5k/yr international (undergrad); $24k/yr (MBA).

Figures here are indicative and compiled for comparison. Acceptance rates in particular are institution-level estimates and move year to year — confirm anything you are deciding on against the university's official pages.

Frequently asked questions

What IELTS score do I need for University of Manitoba?
University of Manitoba typically requires IELTS 6.5 (TOEFL 86, PTE 60). GRE: Optional.
How much does University of Manitoba cost?
International tuition is approximately $17.5k/yr international (undergrad); $24k/yr (MBA), plus living costs of CAD 12,000–18,000/yr (CAD 22,895 for visa). Application fee: $CAD 100.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Manitoba?
University of Manitoba has an indicative acceptance rate of about 65% (Research-focused; Winnipeg location).
What are the intakes and deadlines at University of Manitoba?
Intakes: Fall (Sep), Winter (Jan). Typical deadline: Feb 1 (Fall); Sep 1 (Winter).
Is University of Manitoba hard to get into?
University of Manitoba is moderately selective, with an indicative acceptance rate of about 65%. A complete application that clearly meets the requirements has a strong chance.
Does University of Manitoba require GRE or GMAT?
GRE: Optional. GMAT (for MBA): Required for MBA (min 500). Always confirm the exact policy for your specific program on the official site.
Can I work after studying at University of Manitoba?
PGWP: up to 3 years (Canada). You can typically also work part-time while studying: 24 hrs/week off-campus during term.
What documents do I need to apply to University of Manitoba?
Typically: Transcripts, Statement of Purpose, 2–3 LORs, Resume, IELTS / TOEFL, GRE (if required), Passport, Proof of funds (GIC), Application fee. Check program-specific requirements before applying.

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