History
The story of our university began with its founding in September of 1857, when the first students arrived to study at its predecessor, Assumption College.
In the more than 150 years that have since passed, the small, liberal arts college has grown into today's non-denominational, comprehensive, teaching and learning university.
Education
At the University of Windsor, you'll join an academic community that's fully invested in your success, whether you're a full-time undergraduate or graduate degree candidate or a part-time certificate or Executive Education student.
As a mid-size university supporting 16,000 students, UWindsor provides a broad range of academic opportunities. As an undergraduate or graduate student, you can choose from over 120 majors and minors and 55 master's and doctoral degrees in subjects like Engineering, Forensics and Business.Research
Our focus is on supporting and promoting research at the University of Windsor, in all faculties, schools, and research centres and institutes. This is accomplished by a variety of means. The Office of Research and Innovation Services staff members provide services in:
- Identifying funding sources and research opportunities for faculty
- Providing information about funding sources, programs, deadlines, application material, regulations and policies
- Acting as liaison with funding agencies on behalf of researchers
- Reviewing applications for research grants to insure consistency with the agency’s conditions and the University’s policies
- Assisting in the development, submission and tracking of grant proposals and contracts
Career
Our team of professionals bring expertise in career planning, job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, and labour market information. They are here to help you build bridges between the classroom and the world of work by supporting your career development and connecting you with resources and opportunities to prepare for whatever your goal for after your time at University of Windsor might be.Learn more about your interests, skills, and values and how to link them to possible careers. Investigate what options are out there in the world of work and gain answers to common career questions like, “What can I do with my major?” and “Where am I going with my career?” .
Top reasons to study here
- An International Border City: Located on an international border, the University of Windsor is a dynamic, multi-cultural community.
- First-Class Education Experience: We offer 150 undergraduate and graduate academic programs taught by excellent professors.
- Exceptional International Student Support: Student-led organizations play a vital role on campus and in the broader community.We have a wide variety of support.
University of Windsor Key Statistics & Highlights
- #501 Ranking
- 41 Masters
- 89 Scholarships
- 445 Academic Staff
- 13,853 Students
- 3,879 Students (int'l)
- Public Institution Type
University of Windsor Overview
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University of Windsor Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 38 reviews
- 5 Star 18 Reviews
- 4 Star 15 Reviews
- 3 Star 3 Reviews
- 2 Star 1 Review
- 1 Star 1 Review
How Students Rated This University
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.6
- Student Diversity 4.2
- Career Development 4.4
Great course
Its a applied course and gives a lot of practical experience. The course make you industry ready in terms of technical skills and soft skills as well. like effective communication, mail, cover letter writing etc.
Life Changing Experience
The University of Windsor has many amazing programmes available for a plethora of different fields and career paths. The staff and faculty are incredibly helpful in guiding students on their journey through academia. If you fully submerge yourself in the UWindsor culture, you can truly get a feel for everything this institution has to offer.
Good
I learned a lot from the program. Some teachers are really knowledgable and helpful, but some just read ppt and did not give me much information. The faculty occasionally held workshop or activities which are fun. Though, the building of this faculty is small and a little dark.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2025. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 7 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
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University of Windsor Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 501 | 501 | 501 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
Climbed 1 places compared to 2025
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 641 | 547 | 546 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
Climbed 28 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1121 | 1153 | 1125 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Academic Ranking of World Universities
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
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| - | - | 901 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
The student experience at the University of Windsor really is unique. One of our key defining features is the degree to which we provide international engagement for all those who choose to study at Windsor.
Our students engage with others around the world through:
- Participating in a wide array of activities and services supported by theInternational Students Centre
- Joining one or more of our international clubs and organizations
- Enrolling in an internationally-focused or internationally-delivered academic program
- Connecting with some of our internationally-trained professors
Housing services
Our residence halls are conveniently located throughout the campus where it's only a short walk to food outlets, recreational facilities, library, Registrars, Bookstore, student centre and banks. Bedrooms are furnished so there’s no need to purchase items such as a bed, desk, lamp or chairs. If you choose to live off campus, the University of Windsor Students Alliance maintains a list of off-campus housing.
Library services
The Leddy Library is the main Library for the University of Windsor campus.
ICT services
Take your laptop outside and log on to Blackboard over our high-speed wireless campus network.
Medical services
The clinic at Student Health Services is a medical practice. The clinic can take care of all your health care needs providing confidential, student-centred health care, including comprehensive medical care, counselling, and referrals. We provide confidential, student-centred health care, including comprehensive medical care, counselling, and referrals.
Campus life
Class is out and your day is just beginning.
Head over to The Forge, our brand-new fitness center for a quick workout or Pilates class. Grab lunch with friends at the Marketplace (Baja shrimp tacos or the curry lamb stew?).
This is student life at the University of Windsor. In our residence halls and restaurants, you'll bond with new friends from around the world. You'll bring your best game to our top-notch athletics facilities. And don't worry if you join a few too many clubs and student organizations.
Sports facilities
The Campus Recreation program incorporates a number of health and fitness activities, from ballroom dancing to martial arts, cardio and aerobic workouts to intramural sports. It will enrich your University experience and foster a lifetime of wellness.
Forge Fitness Centre
- Life Fitness cardiovascular and resistance equipment
- Personal training services
- Sport performance and conditioning
- Free orientation for all students by a certified personal trainer
- Cycle fitness classes
- Nutritional counselling
Student clubs
The University of Windsor offers numerous groups, clubs, and societies on campus for undergraduate students. They include academic groups, faculty societies, fraternities and sororities, athletic clubs, and a large variety of other niche activity groups
All students receive automatic membership to the University of Windsor Students’ Alliance, which represents undergraduate students from every faculty at the University of Windsor.
Specific to Odette, you will find clubs in almost every academic area.
- AIESEC International
- Enactus Windsor
- Golden Future
- Odette Marketing Association
- Women in Leadership
- Toastmasters
- Future Entrepreneurs Association
- Odette Athletic Club
- Students Offering Support
- Human Resources Association
Accreditation
All Programs at the University of Windsor are fully accredited by the Ontario Universities Council on Quality Assurance. This third party council assures that all programs are of the utmost highest quality, recognized across the world and will help to open doors for you in your career.