ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG:
The University of Winnipeg received its charter in 1967 but its roots date back more than 130 years. The founding colleges were Manitoba College (1871), and Wesley College (1888), which merged to form United College in 1938.

Located in the heart of downtown, The University of Winnipeg is a compact, diverse, multicultural academic community committed to access and excellence. In the Globe and Mail 2006 Report Card, The University of Winnipeg earned top marks from its students, especially in the areas of class sizes and quality of education. In the 2006 Annual Maclean's Ranking of Canadian Universities, The University of Winnipeg placed 2nd in Western Canada and 12th position overall among primarily undergraduate universities.

The University of Winnipeg, located in the heart of Canada, is a compact, diverse, multicultural academic community committed to access and excellence. The University of Winnipeg is a provincially and privately funded post-secondary institution with undergraduate and select graduate programs, as well as Collegiate and Continuing Education divisions.

The University of Winnipeg is large enough to offer over 800 courses in more than 40 subject areas from Aboriginal Governance to Women's Studies, yet small enough to make sure students connect with the University's award-winning professors. Home to more than 9,200 full- and part-time students, UWinnipeg has been ranked by our graduates in the Top Ten of all Canadian universities when asked about their "Entire Educational Experience" (Maclean's Graduate Survey, November 2004). The Globe & Mail 2005 Report Card gives The University of Winnipeg an overall 'A' grade in the areas of teaching quality, class sizes, faculty-student interaction, and the availability of faculty outside classroom hours.

The University of Winnipeg has just embarked on a Campus Development Plan that will guide the growth and change of the University of Winnipeg campus over the next ten years. At the heart of the plan is the University's century-old commitment to students.

THE CITY OF WINNIPEG :
The City of Winnipeg has a population of about 700,000 and is the capital of the province of Manitoba, which is known as Canada's friendly province. Winnipeg, the largest city in Manitoba, is home to people from over 40 different countries around the globe.

Located at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers, this diverse prairie city boasts stunning sunsets and northern lights, the largest urban forest in Canada, a long tradition of excellence in the Arts, more than 100 cultural festivals every year, and professional football, hockey, and baseball teams.

The University of Winnipeg's downtown campus offers easy access to the city's events and attractions. They are within walking distance of the Hudson's Bay Company Archives and the Neil John Maclean Library (Winnipeg's Medical Library); also excellent shopping, restaurants, cinemas, theatres, coffee shops, and art galleries.

WHY CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG?

• High quality education

• Small class sizes

• Teaching excellence

• Affordability.

These are the reasons why so many students choose UWinnipeg. Located in the center of Canada, in the heart of a culturally vibrant mid-sized city, The University of Winnipeg combines high quality education and personal attention with affordability.

LIVING IN RESIDENCE:
Living in residence at The University of Winnipeg is a unique opportunity and an important part of the university living/learning experience. It provides you with the chance to experience new challenges, meet new people, make life-long friends, and explore new ideas and ways of relating to others.

The best part of living in residence is the wonderful people you will meet. Being a part of this community will allow you to belong to a group of people experiencing the same challenges and setting the same goals as you are. There will be people who will be similar to you, and people who are different from you, too. This forms part of the learning experience afforded by residence life.

Students at The University of Winnipeg come from a variety of backgrounds and places. In order to take full advantage of this experience you need a mind that is open to different cultures, backgrounds, and personalities. Interested, tolerant, and considerate people tend to most enjoy their time living in a diverse residence community.

HOMESTAY :
The English Language Programs offer Homestay, a host family program for international students. Homestay is a very special component of their program. Students who choose this option are matched with an English-speaking host family during their stay in Winnipeg. It is an opportunity to share in lively and friendly discussion in English, take part in fun and interesting local activities experiencing Canadian life and culture. In addition to an improved level of conversational English, many of their Homestay participants return to their homes at the end of the program with warm memories of new friendships and a wonderful Canadian family experience.

The University of Winnipeg has had an active and successful Host Family Program for many years. Host families are screened carefully and selected by a University staff coordinator who stays in close contact with you and your new family for the duration of your stay. You can expect a private room and will likely share a bathroom with the rest of the family. A single bed, sheets, blankets, towels, and a study area will be provided for you.
Students are encouraged to apply early as this program is only available on a limited basis.