At Brescia University College, international high school students and international transfer students alike will feel right at home. As Canada’s only women’s university, Brescia University College prides itself on its diversity. In fact, 11 per cent of its student body is from all over the world. While Brescia University College's roots are in the Catholic Church, women of all faiths and beliefs are welcome. 

Founded in 1919 by the Ursuline Sisters, strong women of faith who are committed to social justice, community service, and the development of women, Brescia University College is affiliated with Western University, the third-largest university in the province. That means that students will benefit from the small, supportive campus atmosphere available at Brescia University College, while still enjoying the resources that Western University has to offer.

In addition to Brescia University College, students may take classes with both men and women at Western’s main campus, Huron, as well as King’s University Colleges. When graduating, students' degrees will be granted by Western University. 

Brescia University College is the school of choice for women motivated by academic excellence and opportunity for service and leadership. Brescia graduates are women leaders who contribute actively and positively to society. Focused on academic excellence, Brescia University College creates an actively engaged student experience, educating women to think critically and to participate actively in society. A Catholic university college in the Ursuline tradition, Brescia University College prepare its graduates to lead with wisdom, justice and compassion in a constantly changing world. 

Why Brescia University College?

• Close-Knit Environment: Bond with other like-minded women women who share the desire to be truly educated and to make a difference in the world. 
• Leadership Opportunities: Brescia offers a Professional Mentoring Program where 3rd or 4th year students can develop their communication and networking skills with a Brescia alumna or community mentor.
• Supportive Learning Environment: Brescia's compassionate professors and staff members are there to continually mentor and empower their students. Small classroom sizes also allow students to comfortably and openly share their opinions and ideas.
• Access to Western University Resources: Students have access to Western University’s Sports and Recreation Services, the Western Clubs System and the Brescia/Western Student Council.