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    Faculty

    • Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
    • Faculty of Graduate Studies

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    Degree

    • Master of Nursing (MN)

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    Expected duration

    • 3+ years

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    Program options

    • Education stream
    • Administration stream
    • Clinical stream

The Master of Nursing Program prepares you to lead the future of healthcare. With a flexible, in-depth approach, this program equips you for roles in administration, education, or clinical practice.

As a graduate, you will:

  • Provide patient-centered care using evidence-based practices for individuals, families, and communities.
  • Contribute to nursing knowledge through research, critical analysis, and applying findings to practice.
  • Influence healthcare policy by advocating for changes that benefit diverse populations.
  • Challenge and innovate current nursing approaches in education, administration, and clinical care.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to shape policy, improve practice, and lead with integrity.
  • Embrace global perspectives and understand the interconnectedness of healthcare challenges.
  • Address emerging healthcare issues confidently, leading and adapting to change.

Take the next step and become a leader who drives progress in healthcare—locally and globally.

Program details

The Master of Nursing degree enhances your undergraduate education by integrating theory, research, and practice. The program emphasizes developing your skills to analyze, critique, and apply research and theory to improve nursing practice.

Courses are delivered in a blended format. Students based in Winnipeg, including international students, attend in-person seminars. Off-site students in Canada participate in these classes virtually via MS Teams or Zoom. This format combines in-person learning with online coursework.

All students are required to attend a mandatory two-day in-person orientation in August and participate in the annual Helen Glass Research Symposium in April.

Expected duration: 3+ years

Tuition and fees: One year tuition, then continuing fees in subsequent years (refer to Graduate tuition and fees)

Students choose one of the following three streams.

Education stream

The Education stream is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in nursing education. As a nurse educator, you will develop a deep understanding of teaching and learning principles that apply to both nursing practice and education. This stream examines various teaching and learning theories, focusing on how they relate to student learning and effective teaching practices, all aimed at improving educational outcomes.

Possible career opportunities
Graduates of the Education stream can explore exciting career options, including:

  • Clinical educator in a healthcare institution
  • Clinical or community education roles, such as a diabetes educator
  • Instructor at a nursing faculty or school
  • Pursuing doctoral studies

Administration stream

The Administration stream prepares you for successful careers in nursing management and administration. As a nurse administrator, you will take on leadership roles in various settings, including practice, education, or government. By studying theories related to nursing leadership and organizational practices, you will gain the skills needed for strategic thinking and effective leadership in your field. This stream emphasizes improving organizational and process outcomes.

Possible career opportunities
Graduates of the Administration stream can explore exciting career paths, including:

  • Nurse manager
  • Nursing director
  • Chief nursing officer
  • Instructor at a nursing faculty or school
  • Pursuing doctoral studies

Clinical stream

The Clinical stream prepares you for advanced clinical career opportunities, including roles such as Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) and other positions in institutional or community settings. This stream focuses on enhancing patient and client outcomes.

Role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will develop in-depth expertise in a specific area of clinical practice. Your responsibilities include:

  • Advancing nursing knowledge, skills, judgment, standards, and program development to improve patient care
  • Strengthening the connection between nursing research and practice
  • Assisting with knowledge translation by developing clinical guidelines and protocols
  • Promoting the use of evidence, providing expert support and consultation, and facilitating system changes

Advisors

To pursue graduate studies in nursing, you need an advisor who is willing to accept you as a student. We have provided a list of advisors currently accepting students for your review.

Advisors currently accepting students

  • International applicants: You do not need to secure a faculty advisor before submitting your application to the Master in Nursing (Administration or Education stream). After your application is reviewed, you will be contacted with a list of potential faculty advisors.
  • Other applicants: If you are interested in working with a faculty researcher who is not listed, feel free to contact that faculty member directly to inquire about potential graduate positions. Before reaching out, review the researcher’s profile to ensure your research interests align. When contacting a faculty member, please include:
    • Your curriculum vitae or resume
    • All academic transcripts from previous post-secondary institutions, including the University of Manitoba (if applicable)
    • Descriptions of any previous research or teaching-related experience

If you have contacted potential advisors and have not received a response after several inquiries, it may indicate they are not interested in pursuing further conversation.

For more information about advisors, you can contact the Graduate Program Student Advisor at 204-474-6733.

The student-advisor relationship

  • Collaboration: You and your faculty advisor will discuss your learning needs to determine if there is a good fit. The advisor will help you create a plan for your course of study and will generally serve as your thesis/committee chair or comprehensive examination chair. You are required to meet with your advisor at least once a year. Any changes to your program plan must be approved by your advisor.
  • Communication: It is essential for you to initiate and maintain regular communication with your advisor.
  • Policies and regulations: You are responsible for understanding and adhering to the Faculty of Graduate Studies policies and regulations, as well as the Supplemental Regulations, which provide the guidelines for graduate study.

Flexible program options

Full-time and part-time options
You are considered a full-time student in the Administration, Clinical, or Education streams if you complete a minimum of 12 credit hours during the regular academic year.

If you wish to study part-time, you will need to apply for part-time studies.

Evening classes may also be available to accommodate your schedule.

Sample course offerings

Course CodeCourse TitleCredit Hours
NURS 7320Philosophy of Nursing Science3
NURS 7210Qualitative Research Methods in Nursing3
NURS 7220Quantitative Research Methods in Nursing3
NURS 7340Evidence Informed Practice3
NURS 7352Leadership in Advanced Practice Nursing3
NURS 7360Integrative Focus (or Electives outside Nursing)6

For full course descriptions, please visit the Academic Calendar.

Thesis and course-based Capstone Project

Thesis option
If you choose the thesis option in the Education, Administration, or Clinical streams, you will complete 21 credit hours culminating in a thesis. For your thesis, you will:

  • Identify and define a research problem or question
  • Engage in a systematic process to address the research question
  • Demonstrate mastery in a specialized area of nursing knowledge
  • Produce a scholarly written document
  • Defend your thesis effectively in both academic and public forums

Capstone project option
If you prefer a course-based approach, you can opt for the Capstone Project in the Education, Administration, or Clinical streams. This option requires you to complete 21 credit hours plus six additional credit hours of electives, totaling 27 credit hours. The Capstone Project allows you to:

  • Demonstrate your ability to analyze, interpret, apply, and communicate the knowledge you’ve gained throughout your graduate program

Coursework requirement
You must complete all required coursework before registering for the Capstone Project.

Admission requirements

To qualify for admission to the Master of Nursing program you must meet both the academic requirements and the non-academic requirements.

Professional registration

You must be registered as a registered nurse (RN) or registered psychiatric nurse (RPN) in Manitoba or your home jurisdiction. If you are applying to the clinical stream, you must be registered with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba.

Educational background

You need a baccalaureate degree in nursing, mental health nursing, psychiatric nursing, or an equivalent degree from an approved or accredited university. In exceptional cases, applicants with a degree in another discipline may be considered if they are an RN or RPN. These applicants may need to complete up to an additional year of coursework before being admitted as regular students.

Course requirements

You must complete a research methods course and an introductory statistics course, achieving a minimum grade of 2.5 (C+) in each. It is highly recommended that the statistics course be taken within the last five years and the research methods course within the last eight years to ensure currency. Please check with the Graduate Program Student Advisor to confirm whether your completed courses meet this requirement.

Applications are accepted from students currently enrolled in these prerequisite courses; however, they must be completed by the end of April, with grades submitted no later than May 15.

Grade point average (GPA)

A minimum adjusted GPA of 3.0 (B) in the last 60 credit hours of university study is required.

Review and approval

All applications are reviewed by the College of Nursing, but final approval rests with the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Admission is competitive, and meeting the requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Additionally, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

International applicants

International applicants are not required to secure a faculty advisor before submitting their application. After your application is reviewed, you will be contacted with a list of potential faculty advisors.

English language proficiency

In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

Non-academic admission requirements

Successful applicants must also meet the College of Nursing’s non-academic requirements, including:

  • Immunizations
  • Criminal records search certificate (including a vulnerable sector search)
  • Child abuse registry check
  • Adult abuse registry check
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification

These non-academic requirements are as important as the academic ones. Your offer of admission will be provisional until all non-academic requirements have been submitted.

Submission deadline

All non-academic documents must be submitted to the College of Nursing by July 15.

TIP: Start early! Gather your documents and reach out to potential advisors as soon as possible. This will give you ample time to address any questions and ensure your application is as strong as it can be.

How to apply

The Master of Nursing program accepts applications for the Fall Term.

The application includes several parts:

Full list of requirements

Application fee

Official transcripts

  • Submit official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions (except University of Manitoba). Contact the Graduate Program Student Advisor in Nursing for clarification.

Letters of reference

  • Provide three letters of reference addressing your academic and/or professional qualifications and potential to succeed in the program.
  • Referees should comment on:
    • Teaching ability (if applicable)
    • Capacity for advanced study and research
    • Potential for a successful career in the field
    • Clinical expertise (if applicable)
    • Self-directedness
    • Any weaknesses (e.g., inability to maintain sustained effort)
    • Proficiency in English (if applicable)
  • Referees should base their assessment on the above criteria.

Proof of active registration

  • Submit proof of active practicing nurse registration in Canada (or home country if applying from abroad).

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

  • Include a resume or CV with details about:
    • Educational background
    • Employment experience
    • Community service and involvement in professional associations
    • Awards and honors
    • Research projects and publications
    • Continuing education
    • Innovation in clinical practice
    • Any other supporting information

Statement of intent

  • Submit a 500-word statement that includes:
    • Your selected stream
    • Reasons for your interest
    • How your focus aligns with your potential advisor's work
    • Potential research questions within the stream
    • Proof of English language proficiency (if required): More information.

Application deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Architecture reviews applications in March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) December 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for City Planning reviews applications in March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) December 1

Winter applications are accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Design and Planning reviews applications in March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 10

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Interior Design reviews applications in March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) December 1

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Landscape Architecture reviews applications in March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

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Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) January 15

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) December 1

Winter applications are accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Anthropology reviews applications in March/April.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open September 1 of year prior to start term.

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Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

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Application deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) May 1
Winter (January) September 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Winter (January) June 1
Fall (September) January 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Application deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) May 1
Winter (January) September 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Winter (January) June 1
Fall (September) January 15

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for History reviews applications in February.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

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Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

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Early admission and consideration for scholarships

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

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Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) March 15

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) February 1

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Applications are reviewed on a Committee basis. The Committee for German and Slavic Studies reviews applications in February/March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) May 1
Winter (January) September 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Winter (January) June 1
Fall (September) February 1

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Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

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Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) May 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) March 1

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Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) May 1
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International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Management reviews applications in February / March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) February 1

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Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

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Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) May 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) March 1

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Physical Therapy reviews applications in April / May.

Applications open August 1 of the year prior to start term.

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Term Annual application deadline
Fall (August) November 15

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Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

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Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) June 1
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International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

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Term Annual application deadline
Summer (July) September 1

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Orthodontics reviews applications in August/September and holds interviews in September/October.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

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Term Annual application deadline
Summer (June) August 1

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Program currently undergoing review, applications will not be opening at this time.

Canadian and Permanent Resident applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Summer (July) August 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (August) June 1 (year prior to start term)

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Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) August 1

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Educational Administration, Foundations and Psychology reviews applications in March / April.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants
TermAnnual application deadline
Fall (September)January 8
Summer (May)January 8
International applicants
TermAnnual application deadline
Fall (September)January 8

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Education reviews applications in February / March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants
TermAnnual application deadline
Fall (September)December 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) May 1
Winter (January) September 1
Summer (May) January 4

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) February 1
Winter (January) June 1
Summer (May) October 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed after the deadline, with decisions issued in March - April.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) February 1
Winter (January) June 1
Summer (May) October 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) February 1
Winter (January) June 1
Summer (May) October 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) May 1
Winter (January) September 1
Summer (May) January 4

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) February 1
Winter (January) June 1
Summer (May) October 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) May 1
Winter (January) September 1
Summer (May) January 15

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) February 1
Winter (January) June 1
Summer (May) October 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Currently not accepting applications to this program.

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) March 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and international applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) December 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) June 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated. Applications received by the March 1 deadline for a September start-date will receive first consideration for any available funding. Late applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis for any available funding, please contact the department for further information.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Human Rights reviews applications in January - March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) December 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Law reviews applications in January - March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) December 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Nursing (MN) reviews applications in April / May.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) March 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Nursing PhD reviews applications in February / March.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee reviews applications as per the timelines noted below each table.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) May 15
Winter (January) September 15
Summer (May) January 15

Winter applications reviewed in October
Summer applications reviewed in February
Fall applications reviewed in June

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) January 15
Winter (January) May 15
Summer (May) September 15

Winter applications reviewed in June
Summer applications reviewed in October
Fall applications reviewed in February

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated. This includes having the support of a faculty supervisor before you apply.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) February 1
Winter (January) June 1
Summer (May) October 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Natural Resources Management reviews applications in March - June.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) June 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) March 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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After the annual application deadline (see below), applications are reviewed on a committee basis by the Faculty of Social Work internal admissions committee. Once this process is complete, decisions are sent to all applicants in March / April. 

Applications open July 1 of year prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Applications open Annual application deadline
Fall (September) July 1 December 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Social Work reviews applications in March / April.

Applications open July 1 of year prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Applications open Annual application deadline
Fall (September) July 1 January 15

International applicants

Term Applications open Annual application deadline
Fall (September) July 1 October 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Music reviews Fall term applications in December / January, and Winter term applications in July.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and international applicants
TermAnnual application deadlinesAudition dates
Fall (September)December 1January 20-25, 2025
Winter (January)Winter intake currently suspended 

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

TermAnnual application deadlines
Fall (September)June 1

International applicants

TermAnnual application deadlines
Fall (September)March 1

Starting with the Winter 2026 intake, the application deadlines are changing to:

Canadian, US, and International applicants

TermAnnual application deadlines
Fall (September)March 1
Winter (January)July 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Occupational Therapy reviews applications in May / June.

Master of Occupational Therapy regular program applications open September 15 of the year prior to deadline.

Master of Occupational Therapy Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (August) February 1

Master of Occupational Therapy international applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (August) January 15

Master of Occupational Therapy accelerated program applications open October 1 of the year prior to deadline.

Master of Occupational Therapy – Accelerated Program Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (August) May 1
Winter (January) October 1

Master of Occupational Therapy – Accelerated Program international applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (August) January 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

The name of your confirmed supervisor is required at the time of application. To identify a prospective thesis research supervisor on your application, please contact Immunology Faculty members.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Community Health Sciences reviews applications in March / April.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

TermAnnual application deadline
Fall (September)January 10

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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The name of your preferred supervisor is required at time of application.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Students selected for in-person interview will be notified in February.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Applications open Annual application deadline
Fall (September) November 15  January 11

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Physician Assistant Studies reviews applications in April.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and Permanent Resident applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

Offers of admission will be released to successful applicants on May 17, 2024 from the University of Manitoba Master of Physician Assistant Studies, the same day as the University of Toronto BScPA Program and McMaster University Physician Assistant Education Program. The three institutions are pleased to provide applicants their offers on the same day to help with the decision-making process.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Pharmacology and Therapeutics reviews applications one month after the application deadline.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications for Pathology MSc are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications for Pathologist Assistant are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Pathologist Assistant reviews applications in April / May. 

The Pathologist Assistant program only admits Canadian and US students every two years. The next intake is tentatively scheduled for Fall 2026.

Canadian and US applicants

TermApplications openAnnual application deadlines
Fall (September)April 1 (Pathology MSc)
October 1 (Pathologist Assistant)
March 31 (Pathologist Assistant)
June 1 (Pathology MSc)

International applicants

TermApplications openAnnual application deadlines
Fall (September)April 1March 1 (Pathology MSc)

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) February 1
Winter (January) May 1


Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) February 1
Winter (January) May 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) May 1
Winter (January) September 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) February 1
Winter (January) June 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Application deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Summer (May) February 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) May 15
Winter (January) September 15
Summer (May) January 15

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) February 15
Winter (January) June 15
Summer (May) October 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Statistics reviews applications in March / April.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian/US/International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) February 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and international applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) February 15
Winter (January) Winter intake currently suspended.

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Biological Sciences reviews applications one month after deadline.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1
Summer (May) February 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1
Summer (May) November 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Application deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions committee for Indigenous Studies reviews applications in February and June.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) January 15
(for scholarship consideration)

May 15

International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) January 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated. For those who wish to be considered for scholarships, applications must be received by January 15 of the year in which you're seeking admission.

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Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. The Admissions Committee for Applied Human Nutrition reviews applications in February.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Applications open Annual application deadline
Fall (September) October 1 January 6

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian and US applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) June 1
Winter (January) October 1

International applicants

Term Annual application deadlines
Fall (September) March 1
Winter (January) July 1

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

Start or continue your application

Applications are reviewed on a committee basis. Please contact the department for admission committee review timelines.

Applications open up to 18 months prior to start term.

Canadian, US and International applicants

Term Annual application deadline
Fall (September) February 15

Applicants must submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

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Les demandes d’admission sont évaluées par un comité. Le comité d’admission évalu les demandes durant les mois de Mars et Avril.  

Les demandes peut être surmise jusqu’à concurrence de 18 mois avant le début de premier trimestre.

Demandes provenant du Canada et des États-Unis

Session

date limite

automne (septembre) 1 juin
hiver (janvier) 1 octobre
été (mai) 1 février

Demandes provenant de l'étranger

Session date limite
automne (septembre) 1 mars
hiver (janvier) 1 juillet
été (mai) 1 novembre

Toute demande d’admission en ligne doit être déposée, avec documents à l’appui, au plus tard aux dates indiquées.

Soumettre ou continuer votre application

Les demandes d’admission sont évaluées par un comité. Le comité d’admission évalu les demandes durant les mois de Mars et Avril.  

Les demandes peut être surmise jusqu’à concurrence de 18 mois avant le début de premier trimestre.

Demandes provenant du Canada et des États-Unis

Session

date limite

automne (septembre) 1 juin
hiver (janvier) 1 octobre
été (mai) 1 février

Demandes provenant de l'étranger

Session date limite
automne (septembre) 1 mars
hiver (janvier) 1 juillet
été (mai) 1 novembre

Toute demande d’admission en ligne doit être déposée, avec documents à l’appui, au plus tard aux dates indiquées.

Soumettre ou continuer votre application

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Contact us

Admission and application inquiries

Faculty of Graduate Studies
Room 500 UMSU University Centre
65 Chancellors Circle
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

graduate.admissions@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-474-9377

Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Program inquiries

College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Helen Glass Centre for Nursing
89 Curry Place
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

nursing@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-474-7452
Toll Free: 1-800-432-1960 ext 7452 (North America)
Fax: 204-474-7682