Whole person education, for your whole life.
At CMU, education is a deeply human journey, one that integrates intellectual growth with spiritual reflection, emotional insight, and ethical action. Through intentionally designed courses that span subject areas, you will engage big questions with others, learning to think critically and live with purpose. A culture of conversation invites respectful dialogue across differences, while a commitment to peace and justice calls you to act with courage and compassion. With work-integrated learning embedded in every program, you will gain hands-on experience that give your studies an immediate, practical impact. It's an education that shapes not only what you know, but who you become, equipping you for a life of meaning, service, and leadership.
Why Study at CMU?Rigorous academics.
With an average first year class size of 25 and a student to faculty ratio of 18:1, students pursue academic excellence in an environment that combines rigorous standards with strong support.
Supportive community.
CMU is where relationships come alive. Students build lifelong friendships and find mentors who care. The network here—faculty, peers, alumni—will open doors and support students long after graduation.
Genuine impact.
When students graduate, they leave ready to make an impact. CMU students consistently will stand out for insightful thinking, grounded ethics and adaptability, and the skills to analyze complex problems and step forward with courage.
Programs of Study
Undergraduate Programs
A CMU education will set you up for success. You will graduate a mature, skilled problem-solver who can write persuasively, speak confidently, and think critically across diverse subject areas.
- Arts BA (18 majors)
- Business Administration BA (4 majors)
- Music BMus and Music Therapy BMT
- Science BSc (3 majors)
- Social Work BSW
- Education BEd
Graduate Programs
The common purpose that binds our graduate programs is building leaders and change-makers—in business, in the not-for-profit and government, in the community, and in the church.
Graduate StudiesBachelor of Education (After-Degree)
Start teaching sooner through a full-time, 16-month program that equips aspiring educators with the skills, character, and confidence to lead in today's diverse classrooms. With 28 weeks of practicum experience across early, middle, and high school settings, you will graduate with the hands-on preparation schools require and the confidence new teachers need to feel ready to enter the classroom.
Rooted in a vision for whole-person education, this program will prepare you not only to deliver curriculum, but to nurture curiosity, shape character, and foster belonging in every classroom you enter.
Pre-Professional Studies
Pre-professional studies at CMU are designed to launch students into competitive programs like medicine, law, nursing, and veterinary science.
While you don't study these professions directly at CMU, you can complete the essential prerequisites—through degrees or courses in science, arts, and humanities—within a small, supportive academic environment.
With personalized advising and interdisciplinary learning, you will build the intellectual foundation and character needed to thrive in professional schools. Whether pursuing a full CMU degree or preparing for next steps, your will leave confident, well-prepared, and ready to serve with both skill and compassion.
CMU students consistently stand out with an exceptional track record of acceptance into competitive professional programs like medicine and law.y
Pre-Professional StudiesStudent Stories
What’s Happening
Featured Events
CommonWord Book Launch | Wearing a Broken Indigene Heart on the Sleeve of Christian Mission
If Indigenous hearts are broken by Christianity, what is it in Christian theology that is life giving at all? Join in conversation with Carmen Lansdowne, author and former Moderator of the United Church of Canada.
CommonWord Bite-Sized Book Club | Hope Beyond Our Sorrows
Register for a one-time, one-hour, online conversation with author April Yamasaki. Attendees will be sent a chapter of the book in advance to prepare for an engaging discussion and Q&A with the author.
Mennonite Community Orchestra | Juxta-Composed
Feature two songs from Mozart’s acclaimed opera Don Giovanni, known for blending dramatic and comedic elements within its story. Also on the program are Johannes Brahms’ Symphony #1 and Giovanni Gabrielli’s Sonata pian’e forte. Tickets are $20, $10 for students; children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult.
News and Stories
Ways of Knowing 1 - 2025/26 Lecture Series | Dr. John Brubacher and Dr. Rachel Krause (video)
View DetailsCMU Blazers head to Nationals after winning MCAC men's soccer championship
It took two challenging hours, but the CMU Blazers are back on top of MCAC men's soccer. CMU defeated Brandon University 2-1 in extra time in the championship game at the Healthy Living Centre on Sunday.
The Blazers are headed to Saint-Lambert, Quebec, for CCAA nationals on November 5-8.
2025 J.J. Thiessen Lecture Series featuring Dr. Kevin Hector (videos)
These lectures explore spirituality under the rubric of sacredness: what would it look like to notice more of the sacredness around us and respond appropriately to it?
View DetailsCMU Announces Free Residence for All First-Year Students Starting Fall 2026
Canadian Mennonite University is thrilled to announce a bold new initiative that brings free dormitory housing to all first-year undergraduate students, beginning in Fall 2026.
Read MoreUpcoming Events
CMU Career Fair
Join us for CMU's first Career Fair! This is an opportunity for students and alumni to speak with 25+ organizations across a wide variety of fields about career exploration and job opportunities. Come learn about work that interests you and build real connections.
Why have a will and a financial plan? Webinar
Join us for a one-hour webinar on why its important to have a will and to plan for your financial future. CMU alumni, Loren Braul (lawyer) and Rick Heppner Mueller (financial advisor) will share their advice on how to write a will and plan for your retirement. Register by e-mailing rfriesen@cmu.ca.
Discover Weekend
If you live outside of Winnipeg, this is the campus visit event for you! You'll experience all the excitement of a Discover Day, plus two nights in residence and an off-campus excursion to get to know our city.
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