Record Enrolment for the University of Regina – 16,860 students registered for Fall
The University of Regina is welcoming 16,860 students for the Fall 2023 semester, an increase of 893 students or 5.6 per cent over the Fall 2022 semester. Students are registered for 164,799 credit hours this Fall, which is up 5.4 per cent from Fall 2022.
The faculties of Science and Kinesiology & Health Studies have seen the strongest growth in enrolments, both with approximately 15 per cent more students compared to last year.
"It is exciting to see this significant increase in enrolment, and we are grateful to every single student who has chosen the University of Regina for their post-secondary journey," said Dr. Jeff Keshen, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Regina. "The U of R’s collective strength is a result of our diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. No one is alone here, everyone belongs, and we work together to succeed as individuals and as a whole."
New U of R students attending the Fall 2023 orientation. Credit: U of R Advancement and Communications.
There are 2,337 students who self-identify as First Nations, Metis or Inuit. In addition, there are 4,148 international students.
With over 3,564 new students this semester, the U of R wants to ensure they are aware of the many supports available, including:
- Individualized academic counselling.
- Services and programs for physical and mental health through the Student Wellness Centre, Student Mental Health clinicians, and the Online Therapy Unit.
- Hands-on learning opportunities through the new Centre for Experiential and Service Learning.
- The Office of Indigenous Engagement and the ta-tawâw Student Centre.
Highlights of the Fall term include: Welcome Week events running until September 4, the kick-off to the second season of the U-Prairie Challenge, and the launch of the University’s new Indigenous Engagement Strategic Plan in late September. Planning is also underway to celebrate the University of Regina’s 50thAnniversary in 2024.
New U of R students attending the Fall 2023 orientation. Credit: U of R Advancement and Communications.
All enrolment numbers are preliminary. The official enrolment numbers will be released in October.
Suggested cutline for the 2 photos (see media resources sidebar): New U of R students attending the Fall 2023 orientation. Credit: U of R Advancement and Communications.
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Set in the heart of the Canadian prairies we are a comprehensive, mid-sized university where the opportunities are as limitless as the horizon. Our campuses are on Treaty 4 and 6 - the territories of the nêhiyawak, Anihšināpēk, Dakota, Lakota, and Nakoda peoples, and the homeland of the Michif/Métis nation. It is our responsibility to strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities to build a more inclusive future for all. Our three federated colleges, 10 faculties, 25 academic departments, and 18 research centres foster innovative research with practical and theoretical applications. We are committed to cultivating the potential of our 16,700 students and supporting their health and well-being. We take learning beyond the classroom through work and volunteer experiences to develop career-ready graduates.
Let’s go far, together.