1.) Online Application:

Part 1: Please complete the English Language Centre Application Form and submit online.

Step 1: Login to Aurora Self-Service to obtain a University of Manitoba student number and fill in your personal information.
Step 2: You will be applying for “English Language Centre” as a “new” student.  This location is where you would be deciding which program to register for: Conditional Admission with U of M Studies or Academic English only.  If you would like to be admitted to ELC and the U of M please select “Intensive Academic English Program plus UM”. If you would like Academic English only, please select “Intensive Academic English Program”.
Step 3: Please write down your PIN (Personal Identification Number or Password). Also record your Applicant # and your UM ID# located at the top right side of the screen.  You will be using these numbers when you apply for the University application in Part 2.
Step 4: Once you complete each section required, you will be expected to pay your $90 application fee by credit card (Visa or MasterCard).

Part 2: Complete the University of Manitoba Undergrad Application Form and submit online.

Step 1: Login to Aurora Self-Service with the UM ID# and password you selected from Part 1.
Step 2: Please select which faculty you are applying to pending your completion of the English Language Centre. (For example: University 1 – which is a unique faculty offered at the University of Manitoba where the student takes a variety of general courses before deciding on which Undergraduate Faculty to apply to).
Step 3: Once you complete each section required, you will be expected to pay your $110 application fee by credit card (Visa or MasterCard).

*Please be sure to use the same I.D. Number for both applications.

Part 3: You will then be required to submit original, translated copies of your high school / post-secondary transcripts directly to:

Admissions Office
424 University Centre
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Canada

2.) Mail/Courier

Please print the following applications: English Language Centre application form and University of Manitoba application form.  Please include original, translated copies of your high school / post-secondary transcripts and mail to:

English Language Centre
520 University Center
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Canada

Please note that we will not accept applications by email or fax.

Please submit the following non-refundable fees with your application form(s).
Please note: we cannot send a Letter of Acceptance before receiving these fees.
 
Conditional Admission Students:
Online applications will have already prompted for payment.

If submitting by mail:
Please pay $90.00 ELC application fee and $110 U of M Undergraduate application fee (total $200.00 CAD) by filling out credit card information on application form.  We accept VISA, MasterCard or Bank Wire Transfer (See below for details).

Academic English only Students:
If you submitted your application forms online, you will have already paid your ELC application fee.

If submitting by mail:
Please pay your $500.00 deposit by cheque or wire transfer. If wanting to pay by credit card, please fill out information on application form.

Bank Transfer Information:

Direct your payment to:

University of Manitoba, English Language Centre
Toronto Dominion Bank
T.D. Centre Branch
201 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 2T2
Account Number 0703-0308157, Bank Number 004, Branch Transit Number 63307
Swift Code: TDOMCATTTOR

Fax a copy of your bank transfer paper to the ELC at +1-204-275-8098. The fax MUST indicate the student’s name and date of birth.

Make sure to add the Bank Transfer Fee each time you use this method to send money (approximately $30.00), please check with your financial institution for exact figure.

Application does not guarantee admission. Apply for programs early, as space is limited. You will receive a Letter of Acceptance once your application form and the fees listed above have been received. Please wait for your Letter of Acceptance before making travel arrangements. After receiving acceptance, please be sure to schedule your arrival a few days before the mandatory placement test.

Contact the Canadian Embassy or Consulate in your country to determine if you require a Study permit or Temporary Resident Visa. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain the correct visa or permit.
To find a visa office, visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/offices/missions.asp

Please submit a copy of your visa or study permit one month prior to the start date of the program. If your visa is denied, please let us know immediately to ensure you receive a tuition refund. If your study permit is not submitted one month prior, you must contact the office to defer to the next term.

For more information, please visit the International Centre for Students webpage: http://umanitoba.ca/student/ics/visa/

At this time it is recommended you make arrangements for housing. There are a number of options available to you.

1. Homestay Program
The Homestay program is a cultural exchange program at the University of Manitoba offered through the English Language Centre which offers the opportunity for a visiting student to live in a Canadian home while studying at our University.
Our research clearly shows that students who participate in Homestay reach their academic goals faster than students in other housing accommodations.
Homestay spots are limited so please apply early.
For more information on Homestay click here.

If you wish to apply, complete the online Homestay Application

For ELC and University of Manitoba Students: Please pay your $150.00 Homestay application fee at the time of application.

For International College of Manitoba (ICM) Students: Please pay your $200.00 Homestay application fee at the time of application.

2. Living on Campus in Residence
Please visit the University of Manitoba Student Residences webpage for details on applying for accommodations in one of the Campus’ student Residences buildings. http://umanitoba.ca/housing/

3. Renting
The University webpage has information on finding housing in Winnipeg and close to the University Campus.
http://umanitoba.ca/campus/housing/offcampus/index.html

Please pay tuition payment in full as shown on your Fee Statement Letter.  Conditional Admission students must pay the full $3500 CAD tuition cost; students studying Academic English only pay remaining $3000 CAD ($3500 less $500 deposit paid).  This payment must be paid in full at least 1 month before the program start date. If full payment is not received one month before that date, your registration may be cancelled. There may be a late payment charge of $100 if fees are received after the payment deadline date. If you are paying by bank transfer, please make an additional $30.00 payment.

Note: the non-refundable $90 (CAD) ELC application fee and $110 (CAD) University Application fee is not part of tuition cost.

Most students studying with a study permit for 6 months or longer are eligible for Manitoba Health Insurance for free. Please check if you are eligible prior to purchasing any supplementary health insurance plans.  You will apply for your Manitoba Health Insurance when you start class.

For more details please see link on Health Insurance please visit: http://www.umanitoba.ca/student/elc/fulltime/health_insurance.html