Social Work (BSW) at U of M: Admission Average
University of Manitoba · Winnipeg, MB
What average do you need for Social Work (BSW) at U of M?
Social Work (BSW) at University of Manitoba typically admits students with averages in the mid-to-high 80s, roughly 82–89%. It ranks #10 of 14 U of M programs by admission average.
Strong program with major Winnipeg community and Indigenous partnerships.
How competitive is it?
Of the 10 universities we track that offer it, none ask for a higher average and 5 ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 89% or higher is above the typical range, 82% up to 89% is inside it, and 78% up to 82% is a reach. Cut-offs move every year, so apply to a mix of schools.
Ontario applicants are assessed on their top six Grade 12 U/M courses, including the program's prerequisites. Work out yours with the Best 6 calculator.
Social Work at other universities
- Thompson Rivers University – mid-to-high 80s
- MacEwan University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Regina – mid-to-high 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – mid-to-high 80s
- Wilfrid Laurier University – high 70s-80s
- University of Windsor – high 70s-80s
- University of Calgary – high 70s-low 80s
- University of Ottawa – high 70s
- York University – high 70s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- Volunteer or community experience (valued)
First-year courses
- Introduction to Social Work
- Human Development
- Social Policy
- Field Placement Preparation
- Research Methods
These are typical for Social Work (BSW) programs across Canada. About the Social Work (BSW) degree
After a Social Work (BSW) degree
Social Work (BSW) usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Social Worker (RSW) – $50,000 to $90,000
- School Counsellor – $60,000 to $100,000
- Indigenous social work is a critical and growing specialisation - U of M has particularly strong Indigenous program connections.
- The MSW (2 years post-BSW) is required for clinical social work and significantly increases earning potential.
- Field placements are extensive - you will be working with real clients from early in the program.
Applying to U of M
The University of Manitoba is the largest university in the Prairie provinces and Manitoba's flagship institution. U of M has strong programs in health sciences, engineering, law, and agriculture. Winnipeg's cost of living is among the lowest of any major Canadian university city.
University of Manitoba is in Winnipeg, MB, was founded in 1877 and has about 30,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $5,100 a year and co-op is available.
Deadlines: direct application May 1.
- Winnipeg's low cost of living is genuinely one of the most affordable university experiences in Canada.
- U of M has strong Indigenous programs and community connections - meaningful for students interested in reconciliation work.
- The Faculty of Agriculture is one of Canada's best and often overlooked.
Other U of M programs
- Medicine (MD) – high 90s + MCAT + interview
- Dentistry (DMD) – high 90s + DAT
- Pharmacy (PharmD) – high 80s-low 90s
- Nursing (BN) – high 80s-low 90s
- Civil Engineering – high 80s
- Electrical Engineering – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering – high 80s
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Law (JD) – LSAT + GPA dependent
- Architecture (MArch) – high 80s + portfolio
- Agriculture & Food Sciences – mid-to-high 80s
- Music (Desautels Faculty) – Audition-based
- Kinesiology – mid-to-high 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s