Program Overview
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences College of Rehabilitation Sciences: Respiratory Therapy Applicant Admission Requirements
The purpose of this page is to provide information to prospective undergraduate applicants to the Department of Respiratory Therapy at the University of Manitoba.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is April 1, 2026.
Section 1: General Statement
This page is available with, and constitutes part of, the application. It is assumed that all applicants have read and understood it prior to submitting the completed application.
Programs Offered
- Bachelor of Respiratory Therapy – BRT
Section 2: Eligibility Requirements
All applicants must meet the following basic requirements:
A. Academic Requirements
1. Category 1 Applicants
Applicants having completed at least 24 graded credit hours within two consecutive terms (September through April), and a minimum grade of 'B' in each of the required courses, and an Adjusted Grade Point Average (AGPA) of 3.00 (B) or better, will be considered.
2. Category 2 Applicants
Applicants having completed fewer than 24 graded credit hours in any two consecutive terms (September through April), but who have completed at least 24 graded credit hours in total, and a minimum grade of 'B+' in each of the required courses, and an Adjusted Grade Point Average (AGPA) of 3.50 (B+) or better, will be considered.
3. Canadian Indigenous Category
The College of Rehabilitation Sciences is committed to addressing the under-representation of Indigenous health-care providers in Manitoba. In order to be eligible for the Canadian Indigenous Category applicants must:
- Meet all of the eligibility requirements of Category 1 or Category 2 and,
- Be of self-declared Canadian Indigenous descent.
B. Required Courses
All categories of applicants must successfully complete a minimum of 24 credit hours including the following courses (or their equivalents as determined by the University of Manitoba):
- Introductory Biology
- Basic Statistical Analysis I
- Humanities/Social Sciences (6 credit hours)
- Written English Requirement
C. University Written Requirement (W)
The W course syllabus must reflect that all of the following requirements are met within the course expectations:
- A minimum of 3 papers of at least 3-5 pages each or a minimum of 2 papers of at least 6-8 pages each with a minimum total word count of 3000.
- The written work must include a written description or argument that is clear, concise and logically structured and that reflects an appropriate awareness of the audience or readership being addressed.
- There must be feedback given to the student on the style as well as content of written assignments.
D. English Language Proficiency Requirements
All applicants whose primary language is not English and who do not qualify for a waiver under the University of Manitoba's English language proficiency regulations will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English.
Section 3: Application Process & Deadlines
A. Application Fees
- Canadian citizens/permanent residents: $100.00
- International applicants: $130.00
B. Deadlines and Important Dates
- April 1, 2026: Last date for receipt of application, application fee.
- April 15, 2026: Last date for receipt of official transcripts for all post-secondary study.
- June 1, 2026: Last date for receipt of final official transcripts for all post-secondary study and other academic documents that may be requested.
- Mid-June 2026: Admission decisions will be posted to students' application portals.
C. Required Application Documentation
The following documents will be required to complete your application:
- Interim official transcript
- Final official transcripts
- Course outlines
- Immigration documents
- Canadian Indigenous applicant category documentation
- Name change documentation
- Proof of English proficiency
Section 4: Selection Process
A. Calculation of the Adjusted Grade Point Average (AGPA)
The AGPA will be calculated based on the applicant's academic performance.
B. Interview
The AGPA will be used to select those applicants who will be offered an interview.
C. Overall Score
The interview shall constitute one third (1/3) of the final score and will combine with the AGPA to yield an Overall Score.
D. Priorities of Applicants
The Selection Committee shall consider applicants from each category of admission based on their overall score and rank.
Section 5: Reconsiderations & Appeals
Individuals who wish to have their applications reconsidered should submit their written request to the Chair of the Selection Committee.
Section 6: Counselling of Applicants
The Department of Respiratory Therapy and Admissions Office are able to assist applicants who seek counselling regarding admission to the Department of Respiratory Therapy.
Section 7: Student Accessibility
The University of Manitoba is committed to providing all students equal access to learning opportunities.
Section 8: Contact Information
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Section 9: Other
Professional Registration
The prospective applicant should note carefully that while the University of Manitoba, College of Rehabilitation Sciences may admit students to its course of studies, the right to practice as a registered respiratory therapist is granted only through the appropriate authority of the province concerned.