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 BBA (4 majors)
- Music BMus
- 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
Christmas at CMU
Start the Advent and Christmas seasons with mini-concerts held throughout CMU's Assiniboine Castle. Wander the halls of this heritage building while sipping hot apple cider and eating a cookie. Visit the Christmas Market in Marpeck Commons before or after the performances. Showtimes at 2:30 & 7:00 PM
Giving Tuesday
Join the many CMU donors in supporting CMU's scholarship and bursary program for our students on Giving Tuesday, December 2. Visit cmu.ca/give to make a financial donation, and have your gift matched by generous donors.
20th Annual Social Justice Fair
Meet community organizations, learn what they do, and find opportunities to get involved.
News and Stories
#myCMUlife: Four pieces of advice for my first-year self entering CMU’s music program
When I first stepped into the Bachelor of Music program at CMU, I thought I had a pretty good idea of what to expect—music theory, extensive practice, and plenty of performance. What I didn't expect were the lessons that would shape me as both a musician and a person. After two years in the program, I've grown in ways that I couldn't have imagined. If I could go back and give my first-year self some advice, here are four things I wish I'd known from the very start.
Read MoreAlumni in their own words - Tania Mulki (CMU ’23)
Where has your life taken you since you left CMU?
I completed my coursework at CMU in 2022, and after finishing the 1,000-hour internship required for my Bachelor of Music Therapy degree, I officially graduated in 2023.
Read MoreSunday at CMU: November 2025
With Gratitude 2025
This month on Sunday at CMU, we're feature student sharing from Spring at CMU, which took place this past April.
Listen NowWays of Knowing 1 - 2025/26 Lecture Series | Dr. John Brubacher and Dr. Rachel Krause (video)
View DetailsUpcoming Events
Art Exhibition | "Present from God" & "Wood Heaven 'n Nature Sing 2?"
Opening November 7, 7:00 PM Exploring Christian themes through wood, paint, and the Japanese art of Kiri-e, Gen Tsuboi and Connie Bart-Hamel each provide a beautiful and textured experience that invites contemplation as we approach the Advent season. Entry by donation | Second floor only accessible by stairs
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.
Discover Day + Music Discover Day
Join us for a full- or half-day in-person experience with the option to take in a special focus on the CMU music program. Tour the campus, visit a class, meet profs and current students, learn about financial aid opportunities, enjoy a treat from folio café, and more.
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