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University of New Brunswick

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Overview

Established in 1785, the University of New Brunswick is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Fredericton (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), New Brunswick. This institution also has a branch campus in Saint John. Officially recognized by the Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour of New Brunswick, University of New Brunswick (UNB) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University of New Brunswick (UNB) 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 239-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Canadian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNB 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

University of New Brunswick's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of New Brunswick's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of New Brunswick' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

University of New Brunswick's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UNB
Founded 1785
Motto Sapere Aude
Dare to Know
Colours Red and black
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official University of New Brunswick general video presentation.

University Location

Address PO Box 4400
Fredericton
E3B 5A3 New Brunswick
Canada
University of New Brunswick's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of New Brunswick Phone Number +1 (506) 453 4666
University of New Brunswick Fax Number +1 (506) 453 3599
Other locations Saint John

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/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 University of New Brunswick'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 University of New Brunswick's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

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 University of New Brunswick'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 University of New Brunswick.

University of New Brunswick: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
Not reported
International
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
Not reported

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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 University of New Brunswick's admission information.

University of New Brunswick's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of New Brunswick's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of New Brunswick's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


University of New Brunswick's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

University of New Brunswick has more than 1200 international students.

University of New Brunswick's Admission Office Admission Office

Tucker Park, Box 5050
Saint John E2L 4L5
(506) 648 5845


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. 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 University of New Brunswick.

University of New Brunswick's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of New Brunswick has an enrollment range of 8,000-8,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


University of New Brunswick's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).


University of New Brunswick's Control Type Control Type

University of New Brunswick is a public higher education institution.


University of New Brunswick's Entity Type Entity Type

University of New Brunswick is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of New Brunswick's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of New Brunswick's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of New Brunswick does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

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


University of New Brunswick's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of New Brunswick's Library


University of New Brunswick's Housing University Housing

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


University of New Brunswick'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 University of New Brunswick's main services:


University of New Brunswick'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.

University of New Brunswick's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

University of New Brunswick's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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


University of New Brunswick's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of New Brunswick's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


University of New Brunswick's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of New Brunswick is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour of New Brunswick


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • American Psychological Association (APA)
  • Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission (MPHEC)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of New Brunswick'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)
  • Canadian Virtual University (CVU)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • Association of University Forestry Schools of Canada (AUFSC)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or 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. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of New Brunswick 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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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

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of New Brunswick's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of New Brunswick's Facebook page University of New Brunswick's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of New Brunswick's X (formerly Twitter) page University of New Brunswick's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of New Brunswick's YouTube channel University of New Brunswick's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of New Brunswick's Instagram page University of New Brunswick's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of New Brunswick's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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