University of Windsor

Overview

At a Glance

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Urban Centre Size
Medium (150-500K)
Number of Students
16,000
DLI Number
O19358946722
Main Campus Region
West
Summary

Do you have an idea, a passion, or a drive to make a difference? Want to get to work? You’ll find what you’re looking for at the University of Windsor. Undergrad research, experiential learning, programs and faculty members that thrive on collaboration. Get started and experience UWindsor for yourself.

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A Future Full of Promise

Since 1963, the University of Windsor has been a forward-looking community that comes together to study, to learn, to teach, and to serve. Our symbol is the bridge; our vista is cross-border; our commitment is local; and our impact is global. Wherever you’re from, and whether you’re a prospective student or parent, professor or staff member, alumnus or donor or friend, you will find in us a dynamic, inclusive community of higher learning with roots going back more than 160 years and with a future full of promise.

Why UWindsor?

The University of Windsor is an all-inclusive, student-focused university with nearly 16,000 students enrolled in a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs including several professional schools such as: Law, Business, Engineering, Education, Nursing, Human Kinetics and Social Work. We have strong student-faculty relationships, exceptional award-winning faculty and innovative staff. With comparatively small class sizes and a wide array of student services, clubs and associations, UWindsor provides students with a friendly and supportive learning environment.

Requirements and Admissions

Application Deadlines

  • Fall admission – September intake: May 1
  • Winter admission – January intake: September 1
  • Spring admission – May intake: January 1

The listed application deadlines are recommended to best ensure your program choice is available and enough time is available for student VISA processing. UWindsor does, however, admit qualified students after the deadlines listed above, if the program has available space.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements for UWindsor’s undergraduate programs can be found on the Office of the Registrar’s (Opens In A New Tab) website.

 

Programs

  • Accounting and related services
  • Applied mathematics
  • Arts, entertainment, and media management
  • Astronomy and astrophysics
  • Biochemistry/biophysics and molecular biology
  • Biology technician/biotechnology laboratory technician
  • Biology, general
  • Business administration, management and operations
  • Business/commerce, general
  • Chemistry
  • Civil engineering
  • Civil engineering technology/technician
  • Communication and media studies
  • Communication, journalism and related programs, other
  • Computer and information sciences and support services, general
  • Computer and information sciences and support services, other
  • Computer programming
  • Computer science
  • Computer software and media applications
  • Criminology
  • Drama/theatre arts and stagecraft
  • East Asian languages, literatures and linguistics
  • Economics
  • Education, general
  • Education, other
  • Engineering technologies and engineering-related fields, other
  • English language and literature, general
  • English language and literature/letters, other
  • Entrepreneurial and small business operations
  • Environmental/environmental health engineering
  • Finance and Financial Management Services
  • Fine arts and art studies
  • French language and literature, general
  • Health aides/attendants/orderlies
  • History
  • Human development, family studies and related services
  • Industrial engineering
  • International business/trade/commerce
  • International relations and national security studies
  • Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities
  • Management sciences and quantitative methods
  • Marketing
  • Mathematics
  • Mathematics and statistics, other
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Music
  • Neurobiology and neurosciences
  • Physical Science Technologies/Technicians
  • Physical sciences, general
  • Political science and government
  • Psychology, general
  • Psychology, other
  • Public relations, advertising and applied communication
  • Research and experimental psychology
  • Social sciences, general
  • Social sciences, other
  • Sociology
  • Sociology and anthropology
  • Special education and teaching
  • Statistics
  • Teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas
  • Teaching assistants/aides
  • Visual, digital and performing arts, general

Student Experience

Our Office of Student Experience is here to support your success both inside and outside of the classroom!

We offer programs and services that help students transition to and through university life, support students in maintaining their wellbeing and mental health, encourage leadership development, fund co-curricular activities, enhance student support and engagement, and assist with off-campus living!

Scholarships and Bursaries

Student Awards, Bursaries, & Financial Aid

Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. $14 million in scholarships and bursaries are awarded annually. No matter what program you choose, there could be a scholarship or bursary with your name on it!

 

Housing

Campus Living

Your home away from home. Living in residence means you’re not alone when you need help. Staff are on call 24/7 and resident assistants (RAs) are here to help you make friends and become part of the UWindsor community.

Living in Residence Puts You in the Center of the Action on Campus

Steps away from classes, social events and Lancer games. Living in residence also means you’re not alone when you need help. Staff are on-call 24/7 and resident assistants (RAs) are here to help you make friends and become part of the UWindsor community. First-year students coming straight from high school are guaranteed a place if you get your deposit in on time. Want a single room? We have them. Want to share with a friend? No problem. If you’re taking engineering, nursing or science, we can even house you in “learning communities” with other students from your program. A meal plan is mandatory.

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Student Testimonials

Read about the experiences of past international students.

  1. My time at the University of Windsor has genuinely equipped me for the future; these experiences have been enriching yet educational, purposeful yet enjoyable.

    Hurditya Vivekananda, Bachelor of Business Administration
  2. My time at the University of Windsor and particularly in the Faculty of Nursing has given me the skills and knowledge to care for patients and families in a safe, caring and professional manner. There have been so many opportunities at the University of Windsor to get involved and to really develop.

    Nick Tales, RN, BScN
  3. There has been no shortage of opportunities for development and professional growth at the University of Windsor.

    Dylan Verburg, BASc (Honours) in Environmental Engineering

Have questions about admissions?

To learn more about the admissions criteria for each of our programs please contact the admissions office.

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