University Overview
Founded in 1899, Brandon University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Brandon (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Manitoba. Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Manitoba, Brandon University (BU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. Brandon University (BU) 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 and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 126-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. BU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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non-profit
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small-sized
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University Identity
| Name | Brandon University |
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| Acronym | BU |
| Founded | 1899 |
| Motto | Be You at BU |
| Colours | Blue and gold |
| Mascot | Bailey the Bobcat |
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University Location
| Address | 270 18th Street Brandon R7A 6A9 Manitoba Canada |
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(204) 727 7479 |
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(204) 727 7471 |
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