About the university
University College of the North (UCN) is a public post-secondary institution in Northern Manitoba, with main campuses in The Pas and Thompson and 12 regional centres. It offers more than 40 certificates, diplomas and degrees, including a Business Administration diploma, a 2+2 Bachelor of Business Administration, Practical Nursing, the University of Manitoba Bachelor of Nursing, early childhood education and trades certificates. Most of its students are Indigenous and from the North.
UCN says it welcomes international students. Its international page lists tuition per credit hour (CAD 313.43 for college credit courses, CAD 511.81 for university non-science and CAD 603.49 for university science courses, year not stated) but no international fee for any individual programme, so we do not list programme fees here. Contact UCN before applying to confirm which programmes accept study-permit students and what they cost.
- Type
- Public university college serving Northern Manitoba
- Campuses
- Two main campuses (The Pas and Thompson) and 12 regional centres, nine of them in First Nations communities
- Programmes
- More than 40 certificates, diplomas and degrees
- Students
- Average age 30; 70% self-declare as Indigenous
- Intakes
- Fall (apply by 1 April) and Winter (apply by 1 August)
- Application fee
- CAD 164 for international applicants; CAD 2,000 non-refundable deposit where required
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
University College of the North doesn't publish course-by-course fees for international students online. See the courses on the official website (opens in a new tab), or ask our counsellor for the current list and fees.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Most diplomas need Grade 12 (Class 12) with English and a Grade 12 maths course, for example the Business Administration Diploma.
- International credentials must be evaluated by WES (course-by-course preferred), with UCN as a recipient.
- Applications close on 1 April for fall and 1 August for winter. UCN may then request a Provincial Attestation Letter from Manitoba, which is not guaranteed.
Postgraduate
- UCN has no master's programmes. The Bachelor of Business Administration is entered after a two-year business diploma with a GPA of 2.5.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- WES course-by-course evaluation
- IELTS or TOEFL score unless exempt
- Proof of guard.me health insurance
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 |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 (some programmes ask for more) |
| TOEFL | iBT 80 with at least 20 in each section, or paper-based 550 |
| Exemptions | UCN publishes an English language proficiency exemption list; check whether your schooling qualifies |
Accommodation and living costs
UCN has residences in The Pas (Carroll Hall, on campus), Thompson (apartments at 11 and 21 Copper) and Flin Flon, plus 24 family housing units. Prices are not published on the housing page; contact the housing office for current rates.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
UCN's main campuses are at 436 7th Street East in The Pas and 55 UCN Drive in Thompson, Manitoba.
- 12 regional centres across Northern Manitoba, from Swan River to Churchill.
- Governed by three councils, including a Council of Elders.
- Furnished residence in Flin Flon and family housing in The Pas and Thompson.
- guard.me health insurance is required for international students.
Careers and graduate outcomes
UCN's graduates mostly work in Northern Manitoba. See our Canada guide for work rights while studying and after graduation.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduates who stay to work in Northern Manitoba | 84% | UCN 2025 annual report, quoted on the About page |
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FAQs
Does UCN accept international students?
Yes. UCN says it welcomes international students, with a CAD 164 application fee and fall and winter deadlines of 1 April and 1 August.
How much is tuition?
UCN's international page lists CAD 313.43 per credit hour for college courses and CAD 511.81 to 603.49 for university courses, without stating the year. It does not publish an international fee per programme, so ask UCN for a cost estimate.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or TOEFL iBT 80 with 20 in each section. Some programmes ask for more.
Sources
- UCN: home page (opens in a new tab)
- UCN: International students (opens in a new tab)
- UCN: About (opens in a new tab)
- UCN: Programs (opens in a new tab)
- UCN: Business Administration Diploma (opens in a new tab)
- UCN: Bachelor of Business Administration (opens in a new tab)
- UCN: Housing (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.ucn.ca (opens in a new tab)
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