University of Manitoba
The University of Manitoba is western Canada`s first university. Founded more than 130 years ago, and located in the heart of the country, we are the region?s largest and only research intensive university offering over 90 degrees, diplomas, and certificates, more than 60 at the undergraduate level including professional disciplines such as medicine, law, and engineering. Our energetic university community is comprised of over 28,000 students, 8,800 faculty and staff, and 180,000 alumni. Over 9 per cent of our current students are international, representing over 100 countries. Our university stimulates over $1.8 billion in economic activity in the province, and we are leaders in Manitoba`s knowledge economy with groundbreaking research in areas such as nanotechnology, functional foods and nutraceuticals, HIV/AIDS, and climate change.
To create, preserve and communicate knowledge, and thereby, contribute to the cultural, social and economic well-being of the people of Manitoba, Canada and the world.
Foundation year: 1877
Short name: U of M
Type: Public
Students: 29260
Faculty: 1030
Faculty/Students Ratio: 28:1
Region: North America
Location: Winnipeg, MB
