
Canadian Mennonite University (CMU) is a private liberal-arts university in Winnipeg, Manitoba, offering personalized education with small class sizes and a strong emphasis on whole-person development. It provides undergraduate and graduate programs with an affordable cost of living and opportunities for financial aid and free first-year housing.
Canadian Mennonite University (CMU) is a small private liberal-arts university in Winnipeg, Manitoba, founded in 1998 through the merger of three Mennonite colleges. With roughly 1,800 students, CMU offers undergraduate degrees in Arts, Business Administration, Music, Music Therapy, Science, Social Work, and Education, alongside graduate programmes in Christian Ministry, Business Administration, and Theological Studies. Its defining philosophy is 'whole-person education' — integrating academic rigour with ethical, spiritual, and practical development. Small class sizes (average 25 in first year) and an 18:1 student-faculty ratio ensure highly personalised learning.
CMU's Shaftesbury Boulevard campus in Winnipeg is a tight-knit community with residence halls, a chapel, performing arts venues, and the Blazers Athletics programme. Winnipeg is Canada's cultural capital of the prairies, with a thriving arts scene, diverse food culture, affordable living, and easy access to Riding Mountain National Park. CMU hosts regular concerts, lectures, and community service opportunities, reflecting its commitment to justice and vocation.
CMU offers a free shared dorm for all first-year students starting Fall 2026, significantly reducing first-year costs. Merit and need-based bursaries available.
Chartered by the Province of Manitoba; member of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC / Universities Canada); CCCU member institution.
International students must obtain a study permit from IRCC before arriving. Most college and undergraduate applicants must also include a Provincial or Territorial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL) confirming a space under the annual cap; from January 2026, master’s and doctoral students at public institutions are exempt from this requirement. Applicants must show living funds of CAD 22,895 (effective September 2025, for a single student, excluding tuition and travel), and Student Direct Stream applicants hold this amount as a GIC.
Full-time students at designated learning institutions whose permits include work authorization may work up to 24 hours per week off campus during academic terms — a cap in effect since November 2024 that replaced the former 20-hour rule and a temporary 40-hour exception. Students may work unlimited hours during scheduled breaks such as summer and winter holidays. From April 2026, eligible students no longer need a separate co-op work permit for mandatory placements.
Graduates of eligible programs may apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) within 180 days of confirmed completion. The PGWP matches program length up to a maximum of three years, and master’s graduates receive a three-year permit regardless of program length. Since November 2024 most applicants must show a recent language test at CLB 7 (university graduates) or CLB 5 (college graduates); degree graduates are exempt from the field-of-study alignment rule that applies to other applicants.
Approximate all-in student budget; major cities run higher.

The Arts and Science major at Canadian Mennonite University offers an interdisciplinary approach, blending foundational knowledge in sciences like biology, physics, chemistry, and mathematics with the broader inquiry of the liberal arts. This flexible program allows students to combine scientific study with diverse disciplines in the liberal arts, fostering an integrated learning experience. The curriculum is designed to train students to become scholars and citizens capable of engaging productively across both scientific and humanistic fields. CMU's unique liberal arts context provides students with an integrative approach to learning, encouraging them to draw from various areas of study to pursue their academic and professional goals.





The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program at Canadian Mennonite University's Redekop School of Business offers a comprehensive undergraduate education focused on practical experience and academic rigor. Students can choose to specialize in areas such as Business Management, Accounting, Human Resource Management and Conflict Resolution, or Social Entrepreneurship. The program requires a minimum of 120 credit hours, with at least 90 hours dedicated to Business and Organizational Administration. Additionally, all students participate in a work-integrated learning placement, providing valuable hands-on experience in their chosen field. For those seeking a broader educational foundation, CMU also offers a Bachelor of Arts with a major or minor in Business and Organizational Administration. This option combines business studies with a liberal arts curriculum, fostering a well-rounded understanding applicable to various sectors including business organizations, family businesses, and non-profit organizations. The four-year BA allows for deeper specialization and flexibility to draw from other disciplines like Peace and Conflict Transformation Studies or Communications and Media.
For international students beginning undergraduate study at the University of Toronto who are first-time entrants from outside Canada. Students must be nominated by their school, then complete the U of T application and scholarship process. Selection recognises exceptional academic achievement and creativity, with a record of leadership and impact at school.
For international students entering their first undergraduate degree at the University of British Columbia (UBC) who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and financial need. Students must be nominated by their school and require financial support to study at UBC; the award is need-based, covering costs the student and family cannot meet.
Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents entering full-time undergraduate study at Western University's main campus, with a minimum academic average of 90% in Grade 12 U/M courses (or equivalent), a school nomination, a reference letter, a transcript and an essay.
Open to international undergraduate students who hold a valid Canadian study permit and are newly admitted to an English-language undergraduate programme in Arts, Engineering, Health Sciences, Science, Social Sciences, or the Telfer School of Management. A minimum admission average of 80 percent is needed for the Admission Scholarship and 90 percent for the Academic Excellence Scholarship. Students in the French immersion or French-language streams are not eligible.
full fundingOpen to Canadian and international students pursuing a doctoral (PhD) degree at a Canadian university. Candidates must be nominated by the Canadian institution, not yet have started the doctoral program beyond defined limits, and demonstrate academic excellence, research potential, and leadership.
For doctoral students undertaking a PhD at a Canadian institution, with an outstanding academic record. Awards are made by Canada's tri-agency (CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC); applicants apply through their university, and eligibility (including for international students) follows the current Canada Graduate Scholarships rules.
International students can expect annual tuition fees to be around CAD 14,000–18,000. Additionally, on-campus housing costs approximately CAD 8,000–10,000 per year.
Yes, CMU offers merit-based scholarships like the CMU Entrance Scholarship, potentially up to CAD 4,000 per year. They also have a need-based CMU Bursary Programme. Notably, starting Fall 2026, all first-year students will receive free on-campus housing.
Canadian Mennonite University maintains a low student-faculty ratio of 18:1. The average class size in the first year is around 25 students, allowing for personalized learning.
CMU offers undergraduate degrees in Arts, Business Administration, Music, Music Therapy, Science, Social Work, and Education. Graduate programs include Christian Ministry, Business Administration, and Theological Studies.
For admission, international students typically need an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall (with no band below 6.0), a TOEFL iBT score of 88+, or a Duolingo English Test score of 110+.