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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
There are many factors involved when making the decision to attend university in a new country, and the support you get from your university can make a significant impact on your experience. At the University of Manitoba, supports and resources are in place to assist international students with their transition to life in Canada. Fardeen, a 4th year student from Bangladesh shares some tips and stories from his own time as an international student at UM.
The International Centre is the first place you'll go for support as an international student at UM. You can get help with things like health coverage, housing and academic requirements, and get answers to other questions you might have. The International Centre also hosts community events so you can have fun and connect with other students on campus.
Our international student advisors will help you adjust to life in Canada and offer support throughout your time at the university. Our advisors recognize what it’s like to study away from home, and they can connect you with academic and personal support services.
The English Language Centre (ELC) is a terrific resource if your first language is not English. If you need to meet university English language admission requirements, or hope to improve your English writing and presentation skills while you're studying at UM, the ELC is ready to help.
A good conversation partner can make practicing English much less daunting! We invite you to sign up for our Language Exchange program, where you can connect each week with people to practice each other’s languages and learn about other cultures in a friendly, relaxed environment.
We know you can feel uncertain when you are studying in a new country. Join our popular Welcome Mentors program to pair up with a mentor—an experienced UM student—who will help you become familiar with our university and the things that go along with studying here.
The International College of Manitoba is where you can enroll in programs that prepare you for entry to the University of Manitoba. If you do not meet UM's academic requirements, or you would like additional supports, the International College of Manitoba may be the pathway program for you.
Your time in residence will be one of the most memorable and rewarding parts of your UM experience. You will belong to a unique community and will meet students who will become your lifelong friends. Our residence buildings feature furnished rooms, free high-speed internet, study spaces, lounges and laundry facilities.
Living with a Canadian host family provides you with the comforts of home and the opportunity to immerse yourself in local culture and community.
As an international student, you may be eligible to work up to 20 hours per week to build your network, enhance your language abilities, develop professional skills and help cover the costs of your education.
Winnipeg is a great place to live and gain Canadian work experience; you may even decide to stay after graduation! Consider applying for a post-graduate work permit. It allows students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience for up to three years after graduating.
After graduation and gaining some work experience, you may also apply to stay and work in Manitoba permanently through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program.
Contact our International Centre to learn more.
Our student ambassadors represent our diverse community and can offer their perspective on different aspects of university life, from their personal experiences in their chosen program to more practical matters such as living and working on campus. Browse our list of available students and start chatting today.
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