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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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Let us walk you through the entire application process, step-by-step from start to finish.

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

Creating a New Life in Cape Breton: Meet Lefin Chacko

March 29, 2023

When Lefin Chacko was working in Saudi Arabia he was employed by some of the largest companies in the world,…

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Striving for Greater Inclusivity in Sport: Meet Dr. Simon Barrick

March 27, 2023

Over the years, Dr. Simon Barrick has served in a number of different roles from teaching and research assistant to…

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Bringing Ubuntu to CBU: Meet Keyser Titus

March 21, 2023

From envisioning a dream in Cape Town to making it a reality in Cape Breton, Keyser Titus has moved across…

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Province of Nova Scotia Invests $58.9 Million for CBU Med Campus

March 7, 2023

The Government of Nova Scotia is investing $58.9 million to develop the new medical campus at Cape Breton University. As…

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How a Chance Encounter Led a Sydney Couple to Become “Canadian parents” to Former CBU International Students

February 28, 2023

Betty MacDonald and Billy Vanchuk have been volunteering at Loaves and Fishes in Sydney for several years. In 2019, the…

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CBU Researcher Test Drives Vanlife

February 17, 2023

As we make our way through another chilly winter, CBU’s Dr. Leslie Wardley is already planning for summer 2023, when…

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CBU Scores a Win for Research and Teaching: Meet Dr. Colin McLaren

February 13, 2023

Dr. Colin McLaren was a postdoctoral fellow at Nipissing University in February 2022 when he applied for funding to research…

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Celebrating Diversity, Strength and Perseverance: Meet Tyrone MacInnis

February 3, 2023

Each year, February marks the beginning of African Heritage Month in Canada. Cape Breton University is proud to recognize and…

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Fostering Meaningful Relationships with African Nova Scotian Youth: Meet Reann Arsenault

February 1, 2023

Each year, February marks the beginning of African Heritage Month in Canada, a month dedicated to sharing the history and…

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Latest Press Releases

President Dingwall appointed Chair, Council of Nova Scotia University Presidents (CONSUP)

March 28, 2023

Note: This press release was originally written by CONSUP and released on March 28, 2023.  David C. Dingwall, President and…

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CBU Researcher Informs Land Use Planning for Food Security in International Publication

March 21, 2023

CBU’s Dr. Alana Pindar, Weston Family Visiting Professor of Ecosystem Health and Food Security is gaining international attention for a…

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Health Innovation Student Pitch Event Held at Cape Breton University

March 20, 2023

On Saturday, March 25, Cape Breton University and Nova Scotia Health will host a student pitch competition that will bring…

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Cape Breton University Celebrates Research Month: Reflecting and Reconnecting

March 8, 2023

Research Month at Cape Breton University is officially underway. CBU’s Office of Research and Graduate Studies kicked off Research Month…

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CBU Opens the Dr. Carl “Bucky” Buchanan Capers Hall of Fame

March 4, 2023

On Friday, March 3, CBU officially opened the newest space on campus, The Dr. Carl “Bucky” Buchanan Capers Hall of…

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CBU announces $50 million fundraising campaign, Forever CBU

February 23, 2023

Today, in front of students, alumni, donors, faculty, staff and community members gathered in the Great Hall of the Cape…

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‘Controlled Damage’, A Play About Viola Desmond Set To Run At CBU’s Boardmore Theatre

February 22, 2023

  February is African Heritage Month in Nova Scotia and this year’s theme, Seas of Struggle – African Peoples from…

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CBU Launches Bachelor of Social Work Program

February 13, 2023

Cape Breton University has launched a new Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program and is currently accepting applicants for the…

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CBU Students Elect New Leadership

February 9, 2023

A total of 3526 students voted during the annual CBU Students’ Union’s General Election held this week at Cape Breton…

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Events

Bachelor of Social Work Application Walk Through Session

Mar 30, 2023 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Bachelor of Social Work Application Walk Through Session

Mar 30, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Uniqorn Cafe

Mar 30, 2023 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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48th Annual Athletics Banquet

Mar 30, 2023 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm
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Course Registration Support- Online

Mar 30, 2023 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
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Domestic Student Focus Group: End of First Year (George Street)

Mar 31, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Important Dates

March
31

Fall/Winter 2023/2024 Timetable available for Student Viewing and Planning only.

March
31

Applications for admission, transfer credit or PLA received after this date may not be processed in time for Spring Registration

March
31

Application deadline for Bachelor of Science, Nursing (BScN) for Spring/Summer (May) and Fall (September) Intake

April
04

Classes End- Winter Term

April
05

In the event of campus closure due to weather or other conditions, April 5 & 6 will be used as class make-up days. Wednesday, April 5, 2023, will be used as a make-up day for classes scheduled on a Monday. On this date, attend the classes you would typically attend on Mondays unless otherwise stated by instructors.

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