Brandon University
A small school in a prairie city of about 50,000, Brandon University has a full complement of programs ranging from fine arts to business to pre-professional programs in 19 areas, including law, dentistry and medicine. “The unique, personal experience we provide students and our community has never been more relevant. Our strengths of being agile, courageous and inclusive are traits that serve our graduates and society perfectly in a time of great change,” says president David Docherty. The school, a few hours’ drive from Winnipeg or Regina, has a large Indigenous focus, reflected in communication courses in Ojibwe, Cree and Dakota, as well as in the impressive collection of Indigenous literature housed at the John E. Robbins Library. The library also serves as a gathering space for cultural events and exhibitions. The school is planning a significant renovation and expansion of the Indigenous People’s Centre, expected to begin this year. For students with a creative penchant, Brandon University launched a creative writing student group and also offers the Knowledge Mobilization Suite, an audio-video recording studio used for podcasts, live-streaming and video production. The university has completed a major renovation to McMaster Hall, bringing the total residence spots available to 432. The health studies facilities for nursing and psychiatric nursing have been expanded and upgraded at the main Brandon campus and at the satellite campus in Winnipeg (psychiatric only), to accommodate more students. Brandon University celebrated the 125th anniversary of its founding last year, and the school will host the U SPORTS men’s volleyball championship for the first time this year.
Campus Buzz: Students looking for stress relief, mood improvement and increased focus can sign up for horticultural therapy sessions, offered by student services.
Quick facts
Tuition (includes compulsory ancillary fees)
$6,182
Minimum Entering Grades
Arts: 67.8% | Science: 64% | Commerce or Business: 59.6%
Student Body
Undergraduates: Full-time: 2,277| Part-time: 410
Graduates: Full-time: 258 | Part-time: 147
International Students: First-year: 15% | Graduate: 23.3%
Housing Facts
Residence Spaces: 320 (240 reserved for first-year students)
Cost of double room with meals: $8,250 to $10,550
Cost of single room with meals: $9,950 to $13,150
Standout programs
PENT Indigenous Teacher Education: This combined bachelor of arts and bachelor of education degree offers an internship as an educational assistant in community schools and on-campus courses.
Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies: This program combines liberal arts with physical and social science perspectives on disasters. Students prepare to tackle all aspects of emergency management.
French Language Proficiency: Two certificate programs provide theory and practical language skills necessary to become effective speakers and writers of French.
