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Memorial University of Newfoundland

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Overview

Founded in 1925, the Memorial University of Newfoundland is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of St John’s (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Newfoundland and Labrador. This institution also has a branch campus in Corner Brook and Harlow. Officially recognized by the Department of Education of Newfoundland & Labrador, Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) 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, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 99-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Canadian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MUN also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Control Typepublic

Entity

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Memorial University of Newfoundland' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym MUN
Founded 1925
Motto Provehito in Altum
Launch forth into the deep
Colours Claret and white
Mascot Sammy the Seahawk
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University Location

Address 230 Elizabeth Avenue
St John’s
A1C 5S7 Newfoundland and Labrador
Canada
Memorial University of Newfoundland's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Memorial University of Newfoundland Phone Number +1 (709) 737 8896
Memorial University of Newfoundland Fax Number +1 (709) 737 8611
Other locations Corner Brook and Harlow

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Memorial University of Newfoundland's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Memorial University of Newfoundland's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Memorial University of Newfoundland's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Memorial University of Newfoundland: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Memorial University of Newfoundland's admission information.

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Memorial University of Newfoundland a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Memorial University of Newfoundland's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Memorial University of Newfoundland's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Memorial University of Newfoundland has more than 3300 international students.

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Admission Office Admission Office

Arts Room 2000, Memorial University
St. John's A1C 5S7
(709) 737 4431
(709) 737 354 8896

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Memorial University of Newfoundland has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Control Type Control Type

Memorial University of Newfoundland is a public higher education institution.


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Entity Type Entity Type

Memorial University of Newfoundland is a non-profit higher education institution.


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Memorial University of Newfoundland does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Memorial University of Newfoundland's main facilities:


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Memorial University of Newfoundland's Library


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Memorial University of Newfoundland's main services:


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Memorial University of Newfoundland's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Memorial University of Newfoundland is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Education of Newfoundland & Labrador

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1949


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Memorial University of Newfoundland's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Memorial University of Newfoundland's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Canadian Virtual University (CVU)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • University of the Arctic (UArctic)
  • Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Memorial University of Newfoundland 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Memorial University of Newfoundland's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Facebook page Memorial University of Newfoundland's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Memorial University of Newfoundland's X (formerly Twitter) page Memorial University of Newfoundland's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Memorial University of Newfoundland's YouTube channel Memorial University of Newfoundland's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Instagram page Memorial University of Newfoundland's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Memorial University of Newfoundland's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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