Université de Saint-Boniface
Winnipeg, Canada • Founded 1818
Updated Sep 2026
Overview
The Université de Saint-Boniface (USB) is a French-language university in the Saint-Boniface district of Winnipeg, Manitoba, on the east bank of the Red River at 200 avenue de la Cathédrale.
It traces its origins to 1818, when Abbé Norbert Provencher began teaching Latin to boys of the Red River colony, which makes it the first educational institution in Western Canada; it was incorporated in 1871, took part in founding the University of Manitoba in 1877, became secular in 1969, added technical and professional training in 1975 and was granted full university status by provincial legislation in 2011. Enrolment has grown from about 200 students in 1980 to roughly 1,785 today.
Teaching is organized through the Faculté des arts, the Faculté des sciences, the Faculté d'éducation, the École d'administration des affaires, the École de travail social, the École des sciences infirmières et des études de la santé, the École de traduction and the École technique et professionnelle, which delivers two-year college diplomas alongside the university's bachelor's and master's degrees. USB remains affiliated with the University of Manitoba: University of Manitoba courses transfer without a credit-transfer application, business students may take Asper School of Business specializations, and admission to its two master's programs is processed through the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Graduate Studies.
All instruction is in French, with an additional English-language requirement on five programs named on the admissions page: nursing, practical nursing, social work, the health care aide certificate and the early childhood education diploma.
The university publishes program-specific tuition for Canadian and international students on each program page, describes itself as one of Canada's more affordable post-secondary institutions, and offers automatic entrance scholarships to Canadian high-school graduates who apply by March 1, as well as merit, need-based and CNFS health-training awards.
Location & Contact
Need to mail, call, or visit Université de Saint-Boniface? Address, phone, and digital contact options below. Religious and cultural accommodation queries route through specific student services.
Academic Details
Université de Saint-Boniface's institutional metrics — useful for sizing it against other shortlisted universities. The proportion of academic staff with doctorates correlates with research output and graduate-school admissions.
Academic Structures
Université de Saint-Boniface's organisational chart for teaching: faculties, schools, institutes, and constituent units. Research-intensive universities often add institutes or centres alongside teaching faculties.
Unit 9 items
- Division de l'éducation permanente
- Faculté d'éducation
- Faculté des arts
- Faculté des sciences
- École d'administration des affaires
- École de traduction
- École de travail social
- École des sciences infirmières et des études de la santé
- École technique et professionnelle
Degrees
Université de Saint-Boniface's degree range. Credit-recognition across borders depends on the level and the qualification framework; check whether your home system accepts Université de Saint-Boniface's credits.
Bachelor's 8 programs
Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.
- Arts (Advanced / Honours Psychology)
- Arts (General)
- Business Administration
- Education (post-degree)
- Nursing
- Science (General)
- Social Work
- Translation (Honours, online)
Master's 2 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Canadian and Intercultural Studies
- Education
Diploma & Certificate 10 programs
Diploma and certificate routes deliver focused, applied training for fast entry into skilled occupations.
- Business Administration
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Assistant
- Health Care Aide
- Information Technology
- Multimedia Communication
- Post-baccalaureate Diploma in Education
- Practical Nursing
- Tourism Management
- Translation
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Department of Education and Training of Manitoba.
Faculté des arts (faculty) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Faculté des sciences (faculty) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Faculté d'éducation (faculty) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
École d'administration des affaires (school) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
École de travail social (school) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
École des sciences infirmières et des études de la santé (school) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
École de traduction (school) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
École technique et professionnelle (school) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Division de l'éducation permanente (division) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Programs Offered
Below: Université de Saint-Boniface's programme list by level. Programme intakes vary — some offer multiple entry points per year (Sep, Jan, May), others a single annual intake.
22 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Canada
Bachelor's Degree 7 programmes
Honours Degree 1 programme
Master's Degree 2 programmes
Certificate 2 programmes
Diploma 10 programmes
How to apply to Université de Saint-Boniface
What applying to Université de Saint-Boniface typically involves — research, eligibility check, document prep, submission, and follow-up.
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Find a programme that fits your goals
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Université de Saint-Boniface offers 22 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
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Confirm you meet the requirements
Each programme at Université de Saint-Boniface has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
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Assemble your application package
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
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Submit your application
Apply directly via Université de Saint-Boniface's online portal at ustboniface.ca. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
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Contact admissions and follow up
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at +1 (204) 233 0210. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Université de Saint-Boniface
Short Q&A on the institutional facts that matter most when shortlisting Université de Saint-Boniface as a study destination.
How old is Université de Saint-Boniface?
The institution opened in 1818 (approximately 208 years ago).
What city is Université de Saint-Boniface in?
Université de Saint-Boniface operates from Winnipeg, Canada.
Is Université de Saint-Boniface a public or private institution?
It is a private higher-education institution.
How big is Université de Saint-Boniface's student body?
Université de Saint-Boniface serves approximately 1,000-1,999 students.
What degrees does Université de Saint-Boniface offer?
Université de Saint-Boniface offers bachelor's and master's programmes.
What is Université de Saint-Boniface's academic structure?
The institution comprises 9 academic units.
Who recognises Université de Saint-Boniface?
Université de Saint-Boniface is accredited by Department of Education and Training of Manitoba.
How do I find Université de Saint-Boniface online?
Université de Saint-Boniface's official website is ustboniface.ca.
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