FUTURE STUDENTS
CAMPUS Spaces
Plenty of study areas and a newly renovated library. Purpose-built performance spaces and studios equipped with cutting-edge technology. Study here and experience all the advantages a downtown university has to offer.
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kihew waciston
Wireless networks, dedicated study spaces and meeting rooms are available across campus, including this gathering space in kihêw waciston, MacEwan’s Indigenous Centre.
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students walking up steps to SAMU building
The LEED gold-certified SAMU building, which opened its doors in January 2020, has meeting rooms, study spaces, a food court, retail services and more.
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students in lab
At our premier undergraduate university, you can spend more time in labs than you could if you were competing for time with graduate students.
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event in Allard Hall atrium
A variety of events are hosted in the Allard Hall atrium throughout the year.
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Student-engaged research and creative activity take place in our labs and technology-supported classrooms.
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coral lab
Hands-on learning events take place in the coral lab, one of many cutting-edge, technologically advanced science, communications and computer labs on campus.
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students performing on stage
MacEwan produces some of the city’s finest musical theatre in Triffo Theatre, one of three performance spaces in the architecturally acclaimed Allard Hall.
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students running in gym
Each year, students in the police studies program participate in the Run with Recruiters program with Edmonton Police Services, one of our many community partners.
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Clinical Simulation Centre
In the Clinical Simulation Centre, students from a number of programs—including nursing, social work and even theatre—are immersed in situations that simulate real-life scenarios.
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The Math and Stats Learning Centre is one of several spaces on campus that provides academic support for specific courses.
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Our newly renovated library includes plenty of quiet study spaces and collaborative workrooms.
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No need to venture outside on cold winter days. The pedway connects all MacEwan buildings.
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The iconic clock tower has been a downtown landmark since the City Centre Campus opened in 1993.
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art gallery wall with a collective of paintings on the wall
The John and Maggie Mitchell Art Gallery located inside Allard Hall supports interdisciplinary, experiential learning for the public and our university community.
Live here
Get more out of your student experience by living on campus, just steps away from the library, your classes, the fitness centre and other services and supports.
Residence
Play here
Take a break from your studies with sports clubs, swimming lessons, personal training sessions and other activities. Balance your academic life with fun and fitness.
In the heart of the city
Wander a few blocks from campus to take in everything O-day’min (the heart of the city) has to offer. Museums, art galleries, festivals, live music and theatre. When it’s time for a break from the textbooks, you don’t have to go far.
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students walking downtown
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downtown festival
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students skating downtown
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young adults roasting marshmallows over a fire
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students throwing a basketball at event downtown
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individual walking through trail system
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students walking outside of macewan
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bridge lit up with lights
Go beyond downtown
You can explore the area around campus or expand into the wider Edmonton cityscape. Here’s what you’ll find:
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festivals year-round
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kms of river valley trails
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eateries & food trucks
Campus video tour
Visit the library, check out the gym, find labs and amenities—this guided virtual tour shows you how to get around campus.
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Take the next step
Choose the program that's right for you, check admission requirements, complete the application process and get ready for your first year of university. We are here to support you every step of the way.