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Nipissing University

country rank  63
world rank  2193

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Established in 1992, the Nipissing University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of North Bay (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ontario. This institution also has a branch campus in Bracebridge. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario, Nipissing University (NU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. Nipissing University (NU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 31-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Canadian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Nipissing University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Nipissing University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Nipissing University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Nipissing University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym NU
Founded 1992
Motto Integritas
Integrity
Colours Blue and green
Mascot Louie the Laker

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University Location

Address 100 College Drive
North Bay
P1B 8L7 Ontario
Canada
Nipissing University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Nipissing University Phone Number +1 (705) 474 3450
Nipissing University Fax Number +1 (705) 495 2850
Other locations Bracebridge

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Nipissing University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Nipissing University's academic range and degree level offering.



Nipissing University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Nipissing University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Nipissing University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Nipissing University.

Nipissing University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)		 1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)		 12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Nipissing University's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our Introduction to University Admissions article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Nipissing University's admission information.

Nipissing University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Nipissing University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Nipissing University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Nipissing University's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Nipissing University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Nipissing University's Admission Office Admission Office

100 College Drive
North Bay P1B 8L7
(705) 474 3450
800 655 5154

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Nipissing University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Nipissing University.

Nipissing University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Nipissing University has an enrollment range of 5,000-5,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Nipissing University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


Nipissing University's Control Type Control Type

Nipissing University is a public higher education institution.


Nipissing University's Entity Type Entity Type

Nipissing University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Nipissing University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Nipissing University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Nipissing University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Nipissing University's main facilities:


Nipissing University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Nipissing University's Library


Nipissing University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Nipissing University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Nipissing University's main services:


Nipissing University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Nipissing University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Nipissing University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Nipissing University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Nipissing University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Nipissing University's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Nipissing University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Nipissing University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities of Ontario

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1992


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Nipissing University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Ontario College of Teachers (OCT)
  • Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Nipissing University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Nipissing University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Council of Ontario Universities (COU)
  • Canadian Virtual University (CVU)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Most higher education institutions' first-level academic divisions are, depending on the country, one of the following...


  • Colleges
  • Faculties
  • Schools
  • Institutes
  • Academies
  • Departments
  • Divisions
  • Centers

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure.

Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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Wikipedia

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