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A diverse campus and welcoming environment are waiting for you at СÖíÊÓÆµ. 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 СÖíÊÓÆµStories

Meet the CBUSU 2023-2024

December 4, 2023

  The СÖíÊÓÆµ Students’ Union (CBUSU) is the collective voice of its members at CBU. Students are the…

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СÖíÊÓÆµLibrarian Wins National Award for Research Paper

December 1, 2023

A visit to the СÖíÊÓÆµ Library offers a team ready to help students and faculty with their research…

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Returning to His First Love: Felix Odartey-Wellington Hosts Caper Radio’s #Research@CBU

December 1, 2023

The last time Dr. Felix Odartey-Wellington was on the airwaves was more than 20 years ago, back in his home…

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A Homerun Hire: Meet Garrett Nicholson

November 30, 2023

After eight long years of living away to attend a high school baseball academy and then go on to play…

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A Season of Success for CBU’s Owen Sheppard

November 29, 2023

November has been a month of success and celebration for СÖíÊÓÆµCapers Soccer Player, Owen Sheppard. Coming off the heels…

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СÖíÊÓÆµNight at the Nest: Meet the Eagles Players Who Attend CBU

November 23, 2023

On Friday, November 24, СÖíÊÓÆµwill be taking over the nest as the Cape Breton Eagles face off against the…

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СÖíÊÓÆµNursing Professor Examines Impact of Technology on Workplace Health and Wellness

November 9, 2023

Dr. Virginia Gunn, Assistant Professor in СÖíÊÓÆµâ€™s School of Nursing, is part of an international research team examining…

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Daniel Clarke: Carrying on the Tradition of Champions

November 8, 2023

Tending the goal for the СÖíÊÓÆµCapers at the upcoming 2023 Protocase USPORTS Men’s Soccer Championship will be Daniel Clarke.…

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Tyson Cato and Mitchell Mersereau: Leading the Charge at СÖíÊÓÆµCapers’ Orange Out Home Openers

November 3, 2023

This weekend, the СÖíÊÓÆµCapers will face off against the Saint Mary’s Huskies at the Sullivan Field House for their…

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Province of Nova Scotia Announces New Programs to Educate More Teachers at СÖíÊÓÆµ

November 30, 2023

Two new accelerated bachelor of education (B.Ed.) programs at СÖíÊÓÆµ will help get more teachers into Nova Scotia’s…

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СÖíÊÓÆµWelcomes Special Guest Pamela Cross to Speak on Gender-Based Violence

November 29, 2023

СÖíÊÓÆµ is proud to welcome Pamela Cross, renowned feminist lawyer, to campus as she hosts a special session…

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СÖíÊÓÆµ Launches Microcredential Offerings

November 16, 2023

СÖíÊÓÆµ is pleased to announce Microcredentials, a new learning opportunity for those looking to expand their skillset. These…

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Allen Britten Named Honorary Chair of 2023 USPORTS Men’s Soccer Championship

November 9, 2023

СÖíÊÓÆµ is proud to announce the Honorary Chair of the 2023 Protocase USPORTS Men’s Soccer Championship Presented by…

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СÖíÊÓÆµ to Celebrate Fall 2023 Convocation Ceremony

November 1, 2023

СÖíÊÓÆµ will celebrate the success of more than 300 fall graduates on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 1:00pm…

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СÖíÊÓÆµBOG Ratifies Agreement with CUPE Local 3131 

October 27, 2023

Members of the СÖíÊÓÆµ Board of Governors agreed unanimously at the October 20, Board Meeting to ratify an…

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СÖíÊÓÆµstriker Ally Rowe breaks multiple AUS records

October 18, 2023

It was an unforgettable, record-shattering performance for Ally Rowe on Sunday afternoon in Atlantic University Sport (AUS) women’s soccer action.…

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СÖíÊÓÆµ Manages Growth with Solutions and Prepares for Largest Graduating Class in СÖíÊÓÆµHistory

October 13, 2023

Cape Breton Island’s welcoming community, paired with СÖíÊÓÆµâ€™s (CBU) world-class faculty and high-demand, quality programs, have shown to…

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СÖíÊÓÆµ to Build New On-Campus Residence

September 21, 2023

СÖíÊÓÆµ will build a new on-campus residence. СÖíÊÓÆµhas elected Joneljim Construction as the development partner of a…

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Events

Yellowface: Boardmore Theatre

Jan 16, 2024 7:00 pm - Jan 21, 2024 4:00 pm
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Bachelor of Social Work Application Walk Through (Virtual)

Jan 16, 2024 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Bachelor of Social Work Application Walk Through

Jan 18, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Murder in the Cathedral: Boardmore Theatre

Feb 13, 2024 7:00 pm - Feb 18, 2024 4:00 pm
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Boardmore Playhouse One Act Play Festival

Mar 14, 2024 7:00 pm - Mar 17, 2024 9:00 pm
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Boardmore Theatre Youth Festival

Apr 2, 2024 7:00 pm - Apr 7, 2024 9:00 pm
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Important Dates

December
07

In the event of campus closure due to weather or other conditions, December 6 & 7 will be used as class make-up days. If usage is required the class schedule will be determined by the Registrar’s Office

December
08

Examinations begin

December
14

Earliest due date for take home exams

December
15

Last day to register for new Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Management, Health Care Management, Business Analytics, or Supply Chain Management students registering for January 2024 courses. This does not apply to returning students or students in other programs.

December
18

Examinations end

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