The University of Manitoba is western Canada’s first university, established in 1877, and located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We are Manitoba's only research-intensive university, and one of the country’s top research institutions. We have more than 29,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and more than 145,000 alumni living in 140 countries.

Coming to the University of Manitoba means joining a community of critical thinkers and cultural influencers in the heart of Canada. Winnipeg is known across the country as a place to thrive, and at UM, you'll have opportunities to connect with the city's innovators, creators, and business leaders through co-ops, mentorship programs, job placements and more. Whether you stay in Winnipeg after graduation or join our community of alumni in over 140 countries around the world, the community, connections and opportunities you encounter at UM will influence you for the rest of your life.

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