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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

The Learning Never Ends: Meet Kelly MacNeil

June 19, 2025

For Kelly MacNeil, the learning journey never ends. After working in healthcare for 36 years, as retirement neared, she chose…

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From Spontaneity to Folklore Fellowship: Meet Jessica Canada

June 16, 2025

For as long as she can remember, Jessica Canada has always been passionate about the stories people tell, their customs,…

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Research is on the RISE at CBU with Award of Internal Grants 

June 13, 2025

Cape Breton University is supporting academic research with the award of internal grants to 25 faculty across disciplines. Research, Innovation,…

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CBU Students and Alumni Step Up for 2025 Unama’ki – Cape Breton motionball

June 5, 2025

Now in its fifth year, 2025 Unama’ki – Cape Breton motionball Marathon of Sport returns on Saturday, June 21, at…

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My CBU Story: Meet Gunika Setia

May 29, 2025

While scanning Canadian provinces for her next great adventure, Gunika Setia was drawn to Nova Scotia and from there, discovered…

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My CBU Story: Meet Alyssa Burke

May 26, 2025

It wasn’t one thing that brought Alyssa Burke to Cape Breton University, but rather a series of connections, experiences and…

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My CBU Story: Meet Mya Trimm

May 26, 2025

For Mya Trimm of Albert Bridge, Nova Scotia, graduating from Cape Breton University this spring means more than just crossing…

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My CBU Story: Meet Patricia Azu

May 23, 2025

During her undergraduate program in her home country of Ghana, Patricia Azu worked on a project focused on using brown…

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My CBU Story: Meet Tyra Paul

May 23, 2025

“If I could talk to my younger self, I’d tell her, ‘Don’t worry,’ that one day, she’ll be connected. Not…

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CBU’s Faculty in Education Receive Research Funding

June 18, 2025

Cape Breton University faculty in the Department of Education gained support from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of…

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Cape Breton University Students Support Health Research

June 16, 2025

Cape Breton University students are dedicating their summer to health research with support from Research Nova Scotia’s Scotia Scholars program.…

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Cape Breton University to Celebrate Spring 2025 Convocation Ceremonies

May 23, 2025

Cape Breton University will soon mark a major milestone as the University celebrates its largest graduating class to date across…

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CBU to Confer Honorary Degrees on Three Nova Scotians

May 20, 2025

Cape Breton University announced today that it will confer honorary degrees on three Nova Scotians as part of the institution’s…

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CBU Board of Governors Approves 2025-2026 Operating Budget

May 15, 2025

The Cape Breton University Board of Governors has approved a 2025-2026 operating budget of $106.5 million, reflecting a $6.8 million…

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Cape Breton Medical Campus Meets Major Milestones

May 15, 2025

Significant progress has been made across key areas of the Cape Breton Medical Campus, including admissions, staffing, infrastructure and programming…

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CBU Students’ Union Donates to the Community

April 30, 2025

Student leaders at Cape Breton University announced a donation of $30,500 to five community-based charities in late April. Capers Helping…

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Canada Games Complex at CBU Renamed Kehoe Forum

April 28, 2025

On Friday, April 25, Cape Breton University officially announced the new name of the Canada Games Complex. The facility will…

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CBU’s Liai Tong Drafted to CEBL’s Edmonton Stingers

April 16, 2025

There were many eyes on CBU basketball sensation, Liai Tong, during his rookie year this past season, including teams from…

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Jun 25, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Jul 2, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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 Cite Right: Navigating Citation Styles – Online Library Workshop

Jul 2, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
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Academic Integrity in the Age of AI: Navigating New Challenges – In Person Library Workshop

Jul 8, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
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Virtual Registration Support Session

Jul 9, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Academic Integrity in the Age of AI: Navigating New Challenges – Online Library Workshop

Jul 15, 2025 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
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Important Dates

June
27

Last date for students to finalize registration for Spring/Summer Term courses that commenced on June 23, 2025 (financial penalty applies for courses dropped after this date)

June
30

Final grades due by 4:00 p.m. in the Registrar’s Office for 8W and 4W S2 courses that commenced on May 5 and June 9, 2025

July
01

Canada Day (CBU Closed)

July
02

Grades accessible for 8Week and 4Week S2 courses.

July
07

Final date to withdraw from a 12Week course without academic penalty (financial penalty will apply). This for courses that commenced on May 5, 2025

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