Admissions
Thinking about starting — or continuing — your studies at Brandon University?
The Admissions Office begins reviewing applications for the next academic year on October 1.
Apply early to avoid missing important deadlines: Application and Document Deadlines
How to Apply
1. Complete the Online Application
Fill out the online application and list all secondary and post-secondary schools you’ve attended (or are currently attending).
📧 All updates are sent by email.
Use an email address you check regularly and add the Admissions Office to your safe-sender list.
2. Pay the Application Fee
- $70 CAD (Domestic students)
- $140 CAD (International students)
Fees are non-refundable and subject to change.
Indigenous students: You may be eligible for an application fee waiver.
To request a waiver, email futurestudents@brandonu.ca
3. Submit Required Documents
After you apply, the Admissions Office will email you with instructions about which documents to submit.
✔ Send all required documents by the Application Deadline
✔ The application and document deadline are the same date
✔ Make sure you know which documents apply to you (Domestic or International)
Additional documents may be requested during the review process.
What Happens Next?
Once your application fee and all required documents are received, your file will be reviewed.
📩 Admission decisions are sent by email.
Apply early, stay organized, and check your email regularly — we look forward to receiving your application!
If someone will be assisting you with the application process and/or you wish for the Admissions Office to release information about your application to a third party, please fill out the Authorization to Release Information & Proxy Consent Form
High School Students
Review admission requirements, see all application deadlines, and find the information you will need before starting your online application.
International Applicants
BU welcomes international students and offers an English for Academic Purposes program for those needing to improve their English skills to university-level fluency.
Home School Applicants
Home-schooled students who have completed a Manitoba Education-approved Grade 12 curriculum are eligible for admission.
Adult Learners
Over 21 and thinking about returning to school? Our personable and professional staff are here to help you transition into a post-secondary learning environment.
Transfer Students
Check our Transfer Database to see which of your credits are transferable and learn what documents you need to include with your application.
Graduate Students
We offer Graduate programs in Education, Music, Psychiatric Nursing, Environmental & Life Sciences, and Rural Development.
Already Accepted?
Congratulations! For all your next steps to join us at BU, including set-up of your student ID and BU email, and the course registration process, visit our Accepted Students website.