Cape Breton University

Offers undergraduate degrees in liberal arts, business, science and technology
1 of 5 universities in Canada to offer a Bachelor of Health Science (Public Health)
Offers diplomas and certificates in petroleum, public administration, management, theatre, and education
Lowest tuition + fees of any university in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia based students comprise approximately 60% of CBU’s enrolment
International students comprise approximately 30% of CBU’s enrolment
Highest senior year “excellent” student satisfaction (Maclean’s, 2013)
Atlantic Canada’s leader in Aboriginal post-secondary education
Highest % of Aboriginal student enrollment of any institution in Atlantic Canada
Research activities include seven research chairs including 3 Tier II Canada Research Chairs in:
- Determinants of Healthy Communities
- Communities and Cultures
- Musical Traditions
More than $6.5 million in Canada Foundation for Innovation and Nova Scotia Research and Innovation Trust research infrastructure since 2001
$3 million in annual research funding
Endowment Fund has more than doubled in last few years enabling scholarship & bursary offerings of over $1 million

There is a long list of good reasons to study at CBU:

A commitment to provide relevant, meaningful and accessible programs
Solid study options in liberal arts, business, science and technology as well as education, health and wellness
Low student/teacher ratios allowing for excellent classroom interaction
Small class sizes that are the envy of other institutions
Work/study co-op programs in many disciplines
Excellent academic support services
International student services
More than 70 student societies
Outstanding undergraduate research opportunities
Established scientific and research institutes
Strong international partnerships
A focus on innovative technology
Student exchange opportunities
A Mi’kmaq Resource Centre
Four university residences
An ever-expanding scholarship program

… And an opportunity to cheer on the Capers – winners and contenders for numerous national championships!

Year of establishment: 1974

Ranking: Cape Breton University is ranked 60th in Canada and 2542 in World rank.

International student population: 760

Tuition fees: $15000-$35,000

Number of intake: January and September

Application Processing Timeline: 2-8 weeks

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