The University of Winnipeg Collegiate, also commonly called The Collegiate, is a private, university-preparatory high school. Founded in 1873 within Wesley College, The Collegiate is the oldest high school in the province of Manitoba. The school is located in downtown Winnipeg on the University of Winnipeg campus.AdmissionsThere is limited enrolment for grade 9, grade 10, grade 11, and grade 12 . Because of the limited enrolment for grade 9 and 10, all applicants are required to meet with The Collegiate Dean for an interview.The U of W Collegiate has had a recent influx of new students, particularly in the grade 9, because of its new popularity.AcademicsThe Collegiate's academic programme is university preparatory; the curriculum is based on Manitoba Ministry of Education standards. The academic year follows closely with the University of Winnipeg's, which gives Collegiate students the opportunity to experience a pace consistent with University.Faculty and StaffThe school is administered by Dean Robert Bend with Associate Dean Rick Martin. There are 32 faculty members in total, 28 of which teach at the school and 16 of which hold advanced degrees.CampusWesley HallWesley Hall is located at the south end of the University of Winnipeg campus, facing Portage Avenue. The four-floor stone 'sand castle' serves as the primary academic facility for The Collegiate, which is also the flagship building for the University of Winnipeg. The landmark sandstone building, sometimes referred to as the 'castle', underwent extensive renovations which were completed in 2006. The renovations on the heritage building, which totaled well over $7.5 million, had focused primarily on the stone exterior, which had been heavily worn down over the century. The renovations also included the installation of new windows and replacement of the roof. The administrative offices of the Dean of The Collegiate and admission services are located on the 1st floor of Wesley Hall, after being moved from the 2nd floor in the summer of 2008. Tony's Cafeteria was formerly located on the main floor, but was closed in the summer of 2008 to make room for more classrooms. Thanks to a donation from the family of Dr. Douglas Leatherdale, construction of a new Tony's has commenced.
"The University of Winnipeg Collegiate offers the best of both worlds for Winnipeg students in grades 9 to 12—a high school at a university. Whether a student loves to study, is a potential future leader, or has a special talent to nurture outside of class, they can thrive with the independence and flexibility of learning on a university campus, combined with the support of a close-knit community of educators who care deeply about student success. The Collegiate is a safe and stimulating atmosphere, free from distractions and disruptions.Noted for accelerated courses, dual credits and its supportive learning environment, the Collegiate continues to build on a long tradition of academic excellence, critical thinking, and community spirit."
