About the university
The Université de Saint-Boniface (USB) is a French-language university in the Saint-Boniface district of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Its origins go back to 1818, it helped found the University of Manitoba in 1877 and became a full university in 2011. About 1,785 students take its bachelor's degrees, two- and three-year college diplomas and continuing education courses, all taught in French.
For Indian students with strong French, USB is affordable: study-permit tuition ranges from about CAD 13,160 to 17,555 a year depending on the programme (2026-2027 estimates). You must prove French at B2 level, even if you come from a French-speaking country. Most bachelor's students on a study permit begin with a preparatory year, Université 1, while college diplomas start directly in first year.
- Founded
- Origins in 1818; incorporated 1871; full university status in 2011
- Type
- French-language university offering university, college and continuing education programmes
- Students
- About 1,785
- Campus
- Saint-Boniface, Winnipeg, on the banks of the Red River
- Study-permit tuition (2026-2027)
- CAD 14,345–17,555 a year depending on programme (estimate)
- Intakes
- Fall, winter and spring/summer, depending on programme
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Diplôme en technologies de l'information (IT diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$14,890
- Duration
- 2 years (college diploma)
- Intakes
- Fall (September); deadlines vary by programme and immigration status
- English
- Taught in French: study-permit applicants need DELF B2, DALF C1, TCF B2 or TEF B2 (or an exemption such as IB Français A with 4 points). No English test needed for this programme
- Undergraduate
Baccalauréat en administration des affaires (Bachelor of Business Administration)
- Fee / year
- C$16,455
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- Fall (September); deadlines vary by programme and immigration status
- English
- Taught in French: study-permit applicants need DELF B2, DALF C1, TCF B2 or TEF B2 (or an exemption such as IB Français A with 4 points). No English test needed for this programme
- Undergraduate
Diplôme en administration des affaires (Business Administration diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$13,160
- Duration
- 2 years (college diploma)
- Intakes
- Fall (September); deadlines vary by programme and immigration status
- English
- Taught in French: study-permit applicants need DELF B2, DALF C1, TCF B2 or TEF B2 (or an exemption such as IB Français A with 4 points). No English test needed for this programme
- Undergraduate
Baccalauréat en sciences infirmières (Bachelor of Nursing)
- Fee / year
- C$14,850
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- Fall (September); deadlines vary by programme and immigration status
- English
- Taught in French: DELF B2, DALF C1, TCF B2 or TEF B2 needed. This programme also requires English proficiency; see the programme page for accepted tests
- Undergraduate
Diplôme en gestion du tourisme (Tourism Management diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$13,185
- Duration
- 2 years (college diploma)
- Intakes
- Fall (September); deadlines vary by programme and immigration status
- English
- Taught in French: study-permit applicants need DELF B2, DALF C1, TCF B2 or TEF B2 (or an exemption such as IB Français A with 4 points). No English test needed for this programme
- Undergraduate
Diplôme en communication multimédia
- Fee / year
- C$17,555
- Duration
- 2 years (college diploma)
- Intakes
- Fall (September); deadlines vary by programme and immigration status
- English
- Taught in French: study-permit applicants need DELF B2, DALF C1, TCF B2 or TEF B2 (or an exemption such as IB Français A with 4 points). No English test needed for this programme
- Undergraduate
Baccalauréat ès sciences avec majeure conjointe en biochimie-microbiologie
- Fee / year
- C$15,415
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- Fall (September); deadlines vary by programme and immigration status
- English
- Taught in French: study-permit applicants need DELF B2, DALF C1, TCF B2 or TEF B2 (or an exemption such as IB Français A with 4 points). No English test needed for this programme
- Undergraduate
Baccalauréat en travail social (Social Work)
- Fee / year
- C$15,850
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- Fall (September); deadlines vary by programme and immigration status
- English
- Taught in French: DELF B2, DALF C1, TCF B2 or TEF B2 needed. This programme also requires English proficiency; see the programme page for accepted tests
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplôme en technologies de l'information (IT diploma) | 2 years (college diploma) | C$14,890 | ≈ ₹10 lakh |
| Baccalauréat en administration des affaires (Bachelor of Business Administration) | 4 years | C$16,455 | ≈ ₹11 lakh |
| Diplôme en administration des affaires (Business Administration diploma) | 2 years (college diploma) | C$13,160 | ≈ ₹8.8 lakh |
| Baccalauréat en sciences infirmières (Bachelor of Nursing) | 4 years | C$14,850 | ≈ ₹9.9 lakh |
| Diplôme en gestion du tourisme (Tourism Management diploma) | 2 years (college diploma) | C$13,185 | ≈ ₹8.8 lakh |
| Diplôme en communication multimédia | 2 years (college diploma) | C$17,555 | ≈ ₹11.8 lakh |
| Baccalauréat ès sciences avec majeure conjointe en biochimie-microbiologie | 4 years | C$15,415 | ≈ ₹10.3 lakh |
| Baccalauréat en travail social (Social Work) | 4 years | C$15,850 | ≈ ₹10.6 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Université de Saint-Boniface with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- The equivalent of a Manitoba secondary diploma; USB lists accepted diplomas by country on its equivalence page. Each programme sets its own prerequisite courses and minimum averages.
- A conditional offer is possible if you will finish Class 12 before the start date.
- French at B2 level (DELF B2, TCF B2, TEF B2 or DALF C1) is required for study-permit applicants, even from French-speaking countries. Nursing, social work, early childhood education and two health programmes also require English.
- After accepting your offer you pay a deposit to receive the provincial attestation letter (or join the francophone minority communities pilot); the amount is in your offer letter.
Postgraduate
- USB's graduate offer is limited to a Master of Education, an MA in Canadian and intercultural studies and post-baccalaureate diplomas in education and legal translation. Estimated study-permit tuition for a master's is CAD 4,095 a year (years 1–4) in 2026-2027.
Documents
- Class 10 and 12 marksheets and certificates
- French test certificate (DELF, DALF, TCF or TEF) with a signed verification authorisation
- Passport copy
- Motivation and recommendation letters if your programme asks for them
- English test score for nursing, social work and other listed programmes
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Language of instruction | French |
| French test (study-permit applicants) | DELF B2, DALF C1, TCF B2 (tout public or Canada) or TEF B2 (Études or Canada); results from the last two years |
| French exemptions | IB with at least 4 in Français A, a French baccalauréat, or Manitoba French 40S (or equivalent) at 50%+ |
| English | Only for nursing, social work, early childhood education, licensed practical nursing and health care aide programmes; scores on each programme page |
Accommodation and living costs
USB estimates student residence at CAD 433–649 a month and off-campus apartments at CAD 800–1,600 a month. IRCC asks study-permit applicants to show about CAD 23,448 for first-year living costs.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Student residence | C$433–649per month | ≈ ₹29,011 – ₹43,483 |
| Off-campus apartment without roommate (utilities included) | C$800–1,600per month | ≈ ₹53,600 – ₹1.1 lakh |
| FoodUSB estimate | C$550per month | ≈ ₹36,850 |
| Public transit | C$96per month | ≈ ₹6,432 |
Campus and location
USB's campus is on the banks of the Red River in Saint-Boniface, Winnipeg, on Treaty No. 1 territory.
- University, college and continuing education programmes, all in French.
- Most study-permit bachelor's students start with the Université 1 preparatory year.
- Health insurance costs about CAD 972 a year.
Careers and graduate outcomes
USB does not publish employment figures on the pages we checked. Post-study work rights depend on IRCC rules; see our Canada guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
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FAQs
Do I need French for Université de Saint-Boniface?
Yes. Teaching is in French, and study-permit applicants must show B2 level through DELF, TCF or TEF (or C1 through DALF), unless exempt.
What does USB cost for Indian students?
Estimated 2026-2027 tuition for study-permit holders is CAD 13,160–17,555 a year depending on programme, for example CAD 14,890 for year 1 of the IT diploma and CAD 16,455 for the business degree. Add about CAD 972 for health insurance.
Can I start a bachelor's directly?
Usually not. Most study-permit bachelor's students first complete Université 1, a preparatory year. College diplomas start directly in first year.
Sources
- USB: Homepage (opens in a new tab)
- USB: Full-time university tuition 2026-2027 (opens in a new tab)
- USB: Full-time college tuition 2026-2027 (opens in a new tab)
- USB: Financial planning (study-permit holders) (opens in a new tab)
- USB: Admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- USB: Standardised French tests (opens in a new tab)
- USB: Steps to apply (opens in a new tab)
- USB: Programmes (opens in a new tab)
- USB: About us (opens in a new tab)
Official website: ustboniface.ca (opens in a new tab)
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