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Academic programs

UNB offers academic programs in over 75 disciplines, enabling students to discover their passion and tailor their university learning. With a 15-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, students can also study alongside world-renowned researchers who actually know their name.

Program options

Admission requirements

Our dynamic learning environment includes 24/7 student support and $8.9 million in scholarship support. We have alumni in over 90 countries! We always look forward to meeting new students from around the world.

Admissions

Money matters

Because of the generous contributions of alumni like you, UNB offers $8.9 million in scholarship support annually and one in two students receive a UNB scholarship.

Students complete one scholarship application and are considered for most UNB scholarships.

  • Tip: Scholarship applications are due March 1

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Discover the university of passionate minds

Learn why we foster initiative, exploration, critical thought and innovation to help your student discover and realize their full potential.

Five things you didn’t know about UNB

You might know that the University of New Brunswick is Canada’s oldest English-language university or that it’s home to the best university hockey team in the country (world?). But we bet you didn’t know all five of these UNB highlights.

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Our computer science students work while they learn

An education in computer science can pay for itself with a computer science degree, where students spend 4-6 terms earning a salary working for a variety of companies.

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A classroom steps away from New Brunswick's largest teaching hospital

Our health sciences students in Saint John learn through a blend of academic excellence and professional experience, next to New Brunswick’s largest health care facility, the Saint John Regional Hospital (SJRH).

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Student life

Do you remember your student life at UNB? Over 10,000 students from more than 100 countries contributes to a vibrant student lifestyle on campus.

Learn more about Student Life at UNB, including living in residence, student support, experiential and work-integrated learning opportunities, city life and more.

Student life

Applying to UNB

UNB application deadlines vary, but most have a deadline of March 31. Applying early can increase the chance that students get accepted to their first choice program.

Take a look at our step-by-step guide on how to apply to UNB.

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Transition to UNB

As you know, transitioning from high school to university can be a bit of an adjustment. Help your student review the next steps and start preparing for Spring Orientation, Advising and Registration (SOAR)

Next steps