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A diverse campus and welcoming environment are waiting for you at Cape Breton University. Here, you’ll get more than just a world-class education. You’ll build life-long friendships, gain global perspectives and experience the vibrant culture of Cape Breton Island.

Live and study alongside students just like you from over 70 countries around the world while receiving the support you need to succeed.

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Begin on the Before You Apply page for information to consider before you submit your admission application. Next, learn How To Apply and how to Accept Your Offer once you’ve been accepted to CBU.

Finally, we’ve mapped out the helpful What’s Next steps new students should take to set up their accounts, get registered for classes and more.

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Latest CBU Stories

Mental Health Advocacy and Creating Your Own Path – Meet Devina Mishra

September 6, 2024

The beginning of each new semester at Cape Breton University brings not only a new cohort of students but another…

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Taking Opportunities and Meeting New People – Meet Meaghan McDonald

September 4, 2024

Each new semester at CBU begins with Week of Welcome (WOW), a week full of fun and educational activities designed…

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Celebrating 50 Years: CBU Capers in Soccer Retro Jerseys

September 3, 2024

Cape Breton University’s 50th Anniversary celebrations continue to make waves this season as the varsity soccer teams proudly don their…

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Giving Back Through Guidance and Mentorship – Meet Rabiat Yusuf

August 29, 2024

With the start of a new semester comes another Week of Welcome at Cape Breton University. A week full of…

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A Historic Telegram That Shaped Our Future

August 23, 2024

In a time before emails and instant messages, a telegram carried weight and significance. In 1952, one such telegram from…

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Stitched in Time: The Story of CBU’s Fabric Mural

August 19, 2024

Every stitch in the fabric mural of Cape Breton University tells a story. For more than two decades, the mural…

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A Passion for Community and Economic Development: Meet Keith MacDonald

July 31, 2024

From a student at the University College of Cape Breton (UCCB – now Cape Breton University) to a community leader,…

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Creating Positive Change: Meet Tusharkumar Baraiya

July 29, 2024

Despite already boasting a highly decorated background, CBU Alumni, Tushar Baraiya, allowed his desire to pursue further education and explore…

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Makin’ Waves with the Barra MacNeils

July 26, 2024

The tenth year of Cape Breton Island’s Makin’ Waves Music Festival is in full swing, running from July 4-August 1,…

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CBU’s Marcia Ostashewski Recognized as National Award Finalist

September 5, 2024

Cape Breton University is pleased to congratulate Dr. Marcia Ostashewski, Associate Professor of Ethnomusicology, who was announced as a finalist…

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Cape Breton University’s Boardmore Theatre Announces Auditions for 53rd Season of Plays

September 4, 2024

Cape Breton University’s Boardmore Theatre invites students, employees, alumni and community members to audition for the 2024/25 season of plays.…

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Cape Breton University to Welcome New Students with a Week of Festivities

September 3, 2024

Cape Breton University is excited to welcome its latest cohort of students this week, with the beginning of the Fall…

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Extended Hours for Nancy Dingwall Health and Counselling Centre and Cape Breton Newcomer Primary Care Clinic

August 19, 2024

Cape Breton University is excited to announce extended evening and weekend hours for the Nancy Dingwall Health and Counselling Centre,…

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Cape Breton University Announces Temporary Leadership Change in Capers Women’s Basketball Program

August 13, 2024

CBU Capers Women’s Basketball Head Coach, Fabian McKenzie, will be taking a medical leave for the upcoming 2024/25 season. We…

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Cape Breton University and Northlands College Sign MOA to Deliver MBA Program in Northern Saskatchewan

August 1, 2024

Cape Breton University and Northlands College have signed a Memorandum of Agreement to deliver the Master of Business Administration in…

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Halifax Wanderers vs Ipswich Town Exhibition Match at CBU

July 16, 2024

Cape Breton University is proud to host an exhibition match between the development teams of the Halifax Wanderers (Canadian Professional…

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CBU Spring 2024 Convocation

June 3, 2024

From May 15-17, Cape Breton University celebrated the success of more than 2600 spring graduates across five ceremonies at Centre…

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Exhibit Showcasing Cape Breton University’s History at the Old Sydney Society Opens to the Public

May 3, 2024

Yesterday, May 2, Cape Breton University (CBU) proudly opened its doors to the public for a special exhibit ‘Cape Breton…

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Events

Caperfest Home Opener Weekend

Sep 7, 2024 1:00 pm - Sep 8, 2024 5:00 pm
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Campus Recreation Activities

Sep 7, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Orange Out

Sep 7, 2024 9:00 pm - Sep 8, 2024 1:00 am
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President’s Leadership Dinner

Sep 12, 2024 7:00 pm - 11:59 pm
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CAPERS SOCCER GAME: CBU vs MOUNT A

Sep 14, 2024 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Undergraduate Student Social

Sep 17, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Important Dates

September
13

Last date for students to finalize registration for Fall Term courses (financial penalty applies for courses dropped after this date)

September
30

Deadline for Payment for Fall Term Fees

September
30

In Observance of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (CBU Closed

October
14

Thanksgiving (CBU closed)

October
18

Exam schedule posted for December examinations

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