Students at ICM take first-year university courses on the University of Manitoba's Fort Garry campus, then move into second year at the university once they reach the required grades. Navitas runs the college under an agreement with the university. Classes are smaller than a first-year lecture hall. You still use the same library, gym and buses as everyone else on campus.
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Official website: icmanitoba.ca
University of Manitoba
Navitas
Fort Garry campus, south Winnipeg
CA$20,000 – CA$26,000
International students, university transfer programmes
CA$12,000 – CA$15,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on icmanitoba.ca before you apply.
University Transfer Stage 1 (Business)
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
University Transfer Stage 1 (Engineering)
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
University Transfer Stage 1 (Science)
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
University Transfer Stage 1 (Arts)
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
First-year university credits earned on the U of M campus.
Smaller classes than a typical first-year lecture.
Three start dates a year.
Most students continue into business, engineering, science or arts degrees at the University of Manitoba.
University of Manitoba graduates can apply for a post-graduation work permit if eligible.
Manitoba's nominee programme has a stream for graduates who stay in the province.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
The Fort Garry campus sits in a bend of the Red River, about 20 minutes from downtown on the rapid transit buses. Residences and most teaching buildings are a short walk apart.
Winters are long and properly cold, often below minus 20. The upside is rent, which is among the lowest of any large Canadian city.
Letter of acceptance from International College of Manitoba
Manitoba provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
ICM reviews applications on a rolling basis for each intake. Apply at least four months ahead so there is time for the study permit, which can be slow in peak months.
There are three intakes a year: January, May and September. Some streams, such as engineering, have fewer start dates.
You'll need a study permit. International College of Manitoba sends a letter of acceptance, and most students also need a provincial attestation letter. The permit application goes online to IRCC with proof of funds and biometrics.
The business, engineering, science and arts transfer streams are the main options. Entry is based on high school results, usually with IELTS 5.5 or equivalent. Students with lower English scores can start with an English course first.
ICM has offered small entrance scholarships to strong applicants in some intakes. Ask admissions or your agent what is available for your start date.
