Brescia University College is Canada’s only women’s university.

The University was founded in 1919 by the Ursuline Sisters, strong women of faith committed to social justice, community service and the development of women. While our roots are in the Catholic faith, we are open to, and embrace, women of all faiths and backgrounds.

For over a century, the university experience at Brescia challenges students to lead with wisdom, justice and compassion. The student-centred institution is committed to educating women through preparing its students for life-long leadership. Brescia has an average class size of 29 students, a 14:1 student/faculty ratio and an emphasis on academic excellence.

Brescia is affiliated with Western University, the third-largest university in the province. Our students benefit from a small, supportive atmosphere at Brescia while having access to resources at Western. Upon graduation, students receive their degree from Western.

Brescia is proud to have a have many varsity student athletes as part of our student community. Brescia’s student athletes play on a variety of the Western Mustangs varsity teams. At Brescia, our student athletes are offered access to many support services specially developed for athletes, including dedicated academic advisors. Brescia students have access to Western Campus Recreation and the many programs that run to support your physical well-being. The impressive 35 million-dollar facility is home to a 20,000 square foot fitness centre that includes over 200 cardio machines. As well, the facility features a beautiful eight-lane pool, five gymnasiums, squash and racquetball courts and a multitude of fitness classes including yoga, pilates, kickboxing and HIT.

The USC offers about 200 clubs that are available to Western, Huron, King's and Brescia students. Their clubs include the following categories: