Overview
Established in 1857, the University of Windsor is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Windsor (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ontario. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario, University of Windsor (UW) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University of Windsor (UW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 167-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Canadian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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public
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non-profit
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large-sized
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moderately selective
University Identity
| Name | University of Windsor  |
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| Acronym | UW |
| Founded | 1857 |
| Motto | Bonitatem, disciplinam, scientiam Goodness, discipline, knowledge |
| Colours | Blue and gold |
| Mascot | The Lancer |
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University Location
| Address | 401 Sunset Avenue Windsor N9B 3P4 Ontario Canada |
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+1 (519) 253 3000 |
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+1 (519) 973 7050 |
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Social Media
Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Windsor's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
University of Windsor's Facebook page
University of Windsor's X (formerly Twitter) page
University of Windsor's YouTube channel
University of Windsor's Instagram page
University of Windsor's main LinkedIn profile
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