University of Windsor

University of Windsor

401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, Ontario, Canada

About

The University of Windsor is a comprehensive, student-focused university with over 16,000 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs. Students enjoy strong relationships with award-winning faculty members and innovative staff. Comparatively small class sizes and an array of student services and clubs, the University of Windsor creates a friendly and supportive learning environment.


The University of Windsor is located next to North America’s busiest international border crossing and looks out on one of Canada’s most beautiful waterfronts on the Detroit River. This location speaks to the fact that the University of Windsor is an internationally oriented, multi-disciplined institution which enables a diverse student body, faculty, and staff. to make a better world through research, social engagement, and education.


Basic characteristics of openness, warmth, and support make the University of Windsor an exceptionally welcoming community for students and faculty from Asia, Europe and Africa—or from just down the street. 


Why the University of Windsor

  • Campus life: There's much to do in the city but lots of amenities and things to do on campus as well. There are multiple food service options, on campus living - residence gives students the chance to gain independence while having the support of residence staff. And an added bonus for international students is how close they will be to the International Students Centre (ISC) which is located in one of the residence halls.  Stay active with fitness classes, recreational clubs and facilities, associations, student support and a student government. 
  • UWindsor Tuition Guarantee: This guarantee program allows all international students to feel confident in their tuition through stability in base tuition for their program. Students are assured an unchanged tuition rate for the typical length of time for the program they're enrolled in.
  • Low Student-to-Faculty Ratio: At the University of Windsor, students will find professors who care and have time for their students in the low student-to-faculty ratio classes.
  • Flexible Degree Possibilities: The University of Windsor offers endless degree combinations to create a learning experience perfect for each student. Students can tailor their education to their specific interests or unconventional career path, and can combine different areas of study with a double major or joint degree. 

Features

214 out of 214 programs are eligible for Post Graduation Work Permit.

The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) allows students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience.

The IRCC has published a preliminary list of programs that are eligible for the PGWPP. Based on our current knowledge, which is subject to change, these programs align with five field of study categories:

  • agriculture and agri-foods
  • healthcare
  • science/technology/engineering/mathematics (STEM)
  • trade
  • transport
  • Read more at: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work-postgrad.asp

    Cooperative education (or co-operative education) and internships are methods of combining classroom-based education with practical work experience. A cooperative education experience ("co-op"), provides academic credit for structured job experience. Co-ops are full-time, paid or unpaid positions. Internships may be full-time or part-time, paid or unpaid positions.
    Even if students do NOT meet the minimum English requirement (IELTS or TOEFL), they can still be conditionally accepted in the program of their choice with the condition of completing the University of Windsor's English program prior to starting their academic program.

    Students need to plan their accommodations well in advance of their arrival as all accommodation options fill up quickly, well before the start of the semester.

    On-Campus Residence Accommodations

    On-Campus residence accommodations are provided per discretion by the school.

    Off-Campus Accommodations

    The local area has a variety of off-campus rental housing options including single homes, duplexes, apartments and rooms for rent. Students wishing to live off-campus need to research availability on their own and should arrive well before the start of term to do so.

    Homestay

    There are a wide variety of homestay options available, and our partners do their best to match students and hosts according to their interests and preferences. Homestay hosts include single people, young couples with children and pets, and older couples. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have completed a required criminal reference check.

    Location

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    401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, Ontario, Canada, N9B 3P4

    Insttitution Details

    founded

    1857

    School ID

    3049

    Institution type

    Public

    DLI

    O19358946722

    School Rank

    601

    Cost and Duration

    $76.88 - $150 CAD

    Application fee

    4 years

    Average undergraduate program

    1 year

    Average graduate program

    $20635 CAD / Year

    Cost of Living

    $30782.7 CAD / First Year

    Gross tuition

    Top Disciplines

    Sciences

    Arts

    Engineering and Technology

    Business, Management and Economics

    Others

    Program Levels