About
Land Acknowledgement
The University of Windsor sits on the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations, which includes the Ojibwa, the Odawa and the Potawatomi.
We respect the longstanding relationships with First Nations people in this place in the 100-mile Windsor-Essex peninsula and the straits-les détroits of Detroit.
Special Characteristics
We are a comprehensive, student-focused university with about 18,000 students from more than 85 countries. Our undergraduate and graduate programs include:
- Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
- Business
- Education
- Engineering
- Human Kinetics
- Law
- Nursing
- Science
With one of the best student-to-faculty ratios in Ontario at 29:1, you will build strong relationships, work alongside exceptional award-winning faculty and be supported by our innovative staff. An atmosphere of excellence across all our programs encourages lifelong learning, creativity and discovery.
Located next to North America’s busiest international border crossing, our campus looks out on the beautiful Detroit River waterfront. Windsor is Canada’s southernmost city and enjoys some of the country’s best weather.
Programs
We offer 190 undergraduate programs, 65 graduate programs and 6 professional programs.
Key Dates
Admission Points
All programs listed in the application are available for fall admission. We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.
If you apply to programs that require additional information, interviews and/or auditions, we will advise you as to the date of interview or audition. Refer to Supplemental Documents.
We will accept applications from October 2024 through August 1, 2025, for fall (September) admission. Winter (January) and intersession/summer (May or June) admission is available for most programs.
Have questions? Connect with a Student Recruitment Officer.
Deadlines
The following programs have only a fall intake (September start) with the following application deadlines:
- December 2, 2024: Year 3 Social Work
- March 1, 2025: Nursing (if you are a transfer student or come from outside of Ontario) and Honours Certificate in Physics
For programs with winter, spring and fall admission points, the following are the recommended deadlines for full-time applicants:
- November 1, 2024, for winter admission (January start)
- January 15, 2025, for Group A applicants (September start)
- March 1, 2025, for spring admission (May start)
- May 1, 2025, for transfer and visa students for fall admission (September start)
- July 1, 2025, overall for fall admission (September start)
If you are a visa or transfer student, we recommend that you apply earlier than the application deadlines to ensure sufficient time for student visa and transfer credit processing. We do admit qualified students after the deadlines listed if the program has available space.
Admission Requirements
Group A Admission Requirements
All programs require successful completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma and a minimum 70% average of six 4U/M courses, including English.
Some exceptions do apply, and the entrance average may be higher depending on the number of applicants.
Group B Admission Requirements
Canadian High School Students From Outside of Ontario
If you are applying from a Canadian high school from outside of Ontario, you must successfully complete Grade 12 and the specific subjects required for your program of choice.
- British Columbia: You must have a high school diploma with 4 academic courses at the Grade 12 level. Provincial exams are not required, except for Grade 12 English.
- Nova Scotia: You must complete Grade 12 or your first year at a Nova Scotia university after Junior Matriculation.
- Quebec: You must complete Grade 12 or the first year of a general program at a CEGEP (minimum of 12 semester subjects).
Home-schooled Applicants
If you are home-schooled, we will consider you for admission to an undergraduate degree program. A home-schooled or home-educated student must complete six 4U/M courses, including prerequisites, or the senior-level secondary school equivalent academic course requirements in an accredited school system.
International Applicants
If you are applying from a country other than Canada, admission requirements depend on the country’s educational system.
Transfer Students
If you are coming from other postsecondary institutions, we welcome you to apply to our programs.
If you are transferring from either a college or university, you must arrange to have your postsecondary institution send an official transcript directly to the University of Windsor.
We will evaluate courses you completed at a recognized university or college for possible transfer credit after you have been admitted.
Mature and Other Students
If you do not meet the minimum academic requirements for admission and are 20 years of age or older, you may be eligible for consideration as a mature student.
Supporting Documents
Transcripts
If you are a Group A applicant, your high school will provide your grades.
If you plan to upgrade through summer school or virtual learning, register for these courses prior to the summer break and request that the school’s guidance office add the courses to your OUAC Account. You should also provide midterm and final grades for these courses to the Admissions team.
If you are a Group B applicant, you must submit all official transcripts or grade reports through the OUAC.
Language Requirements
If English is not your first language, you must successfully complete and submit one of the acceptable tests of English-language proficiency.
Alternatively, you can start with our English Language Improvement Program pathway to satisfy your language requirements for undergraduate studies.
Supplemental Documents
You must provide supplementary information or complete an audition or interview for the following limited enrollment programs:
- Aeronautics Leadership (Flight)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts – Acting
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Music – Music Education (Honours) and Bachelor of Education
- Nursing (if you are a transfer student or come from outside of Ontario)
Scholarships, Bursaries and Financial Aid
At the University of Windsor, we are proud of our students and their academic accomplishments.
We allocate over $14,000,000 in scholarships, bursaries and awards to students annually, including awards for Black students, Indigenous learners and varsity athletes.
Offers of Admission
You will be alerted to your offer of admission from us in your OUAC Undergraduate application. We will also send you an email indicating that we have made a decision.
Accessibility Services
We admit all academically qualified students, regardless of accessibility need, and attempt to ensure equal access to all programs. Most buildings on campus are wheelchair accessible.
Through Student Accessibility Services (SAS), we provide a variety of services and accommodations to support student success. These services include:
- note-takers,
- alternative exam formats,
- scribes for exams and
- alternative-format textbooks.
SAS Advisors support you with acquiring diagnostic assessments and interpreters, as needed, and support the use of a variety of assistive technologies.
If you have a documented disability and require information or assistance, contact SAS before you register for your courses.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization are at the centre of everything we do at the University of Windsor.
For more information on initiatives underway at the University of Windsor, visit Equity, Diversity and Inclusion or Indigenous Initiatives.
Residence
We are pleased to announce that we will open a brand-new residence for fall 2025, increasing the number of students that we can accommodate in our vibrant residence community.
We will be able to host over 800 students in a range of living spaces on campus in a community dedicated to supporting student success.
We guarantee accommodations for first-year students who apply and submit a $475 deposit by June 2, 2025. After that date, assignments are based on availability.
An offer of residence does not constitute an offer of acceptance to an academic program.
Campus Tours and Events
Campus tours, events and opportunities to talk to a University of Windsor representative are always available.
Contact
Office of the Registrar
University of Windsor
401 Sunset Avenue
Windsor ON N9B 3P4
Telephone: 519-971-3650
Toll-free: 1-800-864-2860
Website: https://future.uwindsor.ca
Questions: http:/ask.uwindsor.ca