A student-focused, mid-sized Ontario university on the Detroit River border, known for engineering, law, education and strong co-operative education options.
The University of Windsor is a public university in Windsor, Ontario, offering undergraduate, graduate and professional programmes across a wide range of faculties. It is known for a close-knit campus feel, accessible faculty and strong ties to the region's manufacturing and automotive industries.
The university has particular strengths in engineering, business, education, nursing, law and the sciences, and it is home to a number of research institutes, including work in environmental science and automotive technology. Many programmes offer co-operative education or experiential learning.
Windsor draws students from across Ontario, other provinces and around the world, giving the campus a diverse and international character. Its compact main campus, residences and supportive services make it a popular choice for first-year students.
Tuition in CA$, 2026-2027
Students who live in Ontario apply for student aid through OSAP (the Ontario Student Assistance Program); students from other provinces apply through their own province’s program. A provincial application also covers the federal Canada Student Grants and Loans.
The university offers entrance awards, in-course scholarships and need-based bursaries to help students manage costs.
Tuition for 2026-27 from the school’s own published fees, for a typical first-year arts program, rounded. Ancillary fees, books and housing are extra. Confirm the current figure on University of Windsor’s fee page.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with University of Windsor.
Applications to University of Windsor go through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC).
Ontario applicants typically need the Ontario Secondary School Diploma with six 4U or 4M courses, including required subjects for their chosen programme. Some programmes also require prerequisites such as advanced mathematics or sciences, and some ask for supplementary information.
Ontario secondary school students apply through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) by selecting the University of Windsor and their programme choices. Applicants from other provinces and countries also apply through OUAC and submit their transcripts as directed.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with University of Windsor and OUAC.
Windsor is a mid-sized city in southwestern Ontario on the Detroit River, with an affordable cost of living and a lively arts and food scene. The main campus sits in the city's west end along the river, with a mix of historic and modern buildings.
Campus life is active and welcoming, with a wide range of clubs, student services and events. Residences and a compact campus help new students settle in and meet people quickly.
The Lancers compete in U Sports across many varsity sports, with strong traditions in basketball, football and track.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.