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University of Windsor

Β· Public University

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University of Windsor: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Windsor is a public research university in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. It suits students who want a Canadian university with a large alumni network and a location in the country’s southernmost university city.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a public research university, so its study offer is organized around university-level research and degree study. The programme catalogue is not published in the information available here; check the official website for the current subjects and degrees.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the entry requirements on the official website before applying. You should also confirm the document list, deadlines, and any programme-specific requirements directly with admissions.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee range here; confirm the current tuition for international students with the admissions office. Living costs in Windsor will still depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in Canada, and the language of instruction is not stated here. If you are moving from abroad, confirm the teaching language, visa requirements, tuition for your programme, and whether your credentials are accepted before you apply.

  6. How it compares

    Canada has 156 universities, so the University of Windsor sits in a broad national field rather than a small one. Its public status, research-university identity, and location in Windsor are the main points that can help you compare it with other Canadian options.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them β€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Windsor

What type of university is it?

It is a public research university.

Where is the University of Windsor located?

It is in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.

How many students does it have?

It has approximately 17,500 students.

When was it incorporated?

It was incorporated by the provincial government in 1962.

Overview

The University of Windsor is a public research university in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. It is Canada's southernmost university. It has approximately 17,500 students. The university was incorporated by the provincial government in 1962 and has more than 150,000 alumni.

Programs at University of Windsor

19 programs across 1 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biochemistry

University of Windsor

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biological Sciences

University of Windsor

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Biomedical Sciences

University of Windsor

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business Administration

University of Windsor

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

Chemistry

University of Windsor

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Child Psychology

University of Windsor

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Civil Engineering

University of Windsor

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

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Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Canada.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.

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