Cape Breton University: Rankings, Acceptance Rate & Courses

Q: Is Cape Breton public or private?

Cape Breton University is a public university located in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada. CBU is the only post-secondary and degree-granting institution of higher education in Cape Breton Island. The university was established to provide world-class education to the natives of Cape Breton Island. The CBU was started in 1951 as a satellite campus of St. Francis Xavier University in Cape Breton. Nova Scotia Eastern Institute of Technology (NSEIT) was established on Grand Lake Road in 1968. Then in 1974 NSEIT and Xavier College were merged to form the College of Cape Breton. Finally, on September 23, 2004, the Board of Governors unanimously renamed the institution at Cape Breton University.

Q: Is Cape Breton University Accredited?

Yes, graduate students who completed an academic degree, diploma, or certificate programme in Canada that is at least eight months in length are eligible for a post-study work permit in Canada. Students are eligible to receive a work permit that allows them to work full-time in Canada for up to three years through the postgraduate work permit program.

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Q: Is IELTS speaking very difficult?

No, on the contrary, for the majority of the candidates, the speaking section of IELTS is very scoring. However, with certain rules and a proper strategy candidates can score very high in the IELTS Speaking section.

Q: How can I score 8.5 in IELTS listening?

IELTS Listening is a scoring section and it is possible to score 8.5 with a plan and strategy. Candidates can use some tips and rules to score 8.5 in IELTS Listening.

Q: Is IELTS reading very difficult?

In comparison to other modules of the IELTS examination, the reading section is one of the most difficult sections. Candidates can develop their skills using some IELTS Reading tips and tricks for a higher score in the reading section.

Q: How much does it cost to study at Cape Breton University?

Cape Breton University is a beacon of quality education. The university provides the best and world-class education to students. However, while planning to study abroad, the tuition fee is one of the most important factors to consider before applying to any university. The tuition fee at Cape Breton University is not the same for domestic and international students. The cost of the tuition fee also depends on your course and level of study. The tuition fee for an international student is between CAD 18,000 to CAD 20,000 per year from the 2022/23 academic year.

Q: Is Cape Breton University hard to get into?

Yes, it may be difficult for international students to get into Cape Breton University because of its acceptance rate. CBU's acceptance rate is 50%, which means that only out of 100 applications received at the university only 50 students are admitted. Students also need to meet the general admission requirements to get into the university. An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance.

Q: What is the minimum IELTS/TOEFL requirement for international students at Cape Breton University?

Canada is an English-speaking country and the mode of instruction in the universities and colleges is also English. Therefore, international students from non-English speaking countries are required to prove proficiency in English. IELTS, TOEFL, DET, and PTE are the most widely accepted English proficiency tests across all the universities in Canada, the USA, the UK, and Australia. English language requirement at Cape Breton University is country-specific. Indian students who have done their 12th standard from CBSE and ICSE Board are not required to present IETLS/TOEFL scores. They are exempted from any English language proficiency test by Cape Breton University.

Q: Does Cape Breton University provide work permit?

Yes, graduate students who completed an academic degree, Diploma or certificate programme in Canada that is at least eight months in length are eligible for post study work permit in Canada. Students are eligible to receive a work permit that allows you to work full-time in Canada for up to three years through the postgraduate work permit program.

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Cape Breton University Highlights 2024
Cape Breton University Popular Courses 2024
Cape Breton University Tuition Fees, Duration and Eligibility 2024
Cape Breton University Scholarships 2024
Cape Breton University Admission Dates 2024
CBU Student Reviews
Cape Breton University Placements
CBU Accommodation & Meals
Cape Breton University Rankings 2024
Studying in Canada
Cape Breton University Notable Alumni
CBU FAQs

Cape Breton University Highlights 2024

Cape Breton University is a public university founded in 1951 and is located in Sydney, Canada. According to EduRank, the Cape Breton University ranking is 65th in Canada and #2578 in the world. It has an acceptance rate of 50%. CBU offers a comprehensive set of liberal arts, science, business, health and professional courses to international students.

The tuition fees for international students for a UG course ranges between INR 10.5 L to INR 12.3 L and for a PG course it is INR 10.7 L. It gets academic affiliation from the Association of Atlantic Universities (AAU), Universities Canada (UC), Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan), and the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE).

Also read: Study Guide to Canada for Indian Students 2023

Year of establishment	1951
Website	Go to Website
Also Known As	CBU
Accepted Exams	TOEFL PTE+2 More
UG/PG Course Ratio	0.09
Endowments Value	Canadian Dollar 26 million
No.of Campuses	1
Accommodation expenses	4480 CAD for 2 sharing (UG)
Meal expenses	5970 CAD (UG),5970 CAD (PG)
International Students Website	Go to Website

Commonly asked questions
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Q: Is Cape Breton public or private?

Q: Is Cape Breton University Accredited?

Cape Breton University Popular Courses 2024

Cape Breton University offers a comprehensive set of liberal arts, science, business, health, and professional courses. Students get advanced learning and teaching in diverse fields of study. The University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and online education to students. To apply to Cape Breton University courses, international students need to meet the course requirements.

Level of Programs	Total Programs
Undergraduate	42
Postgraduate	6

The School of Arts & Social Science, School of Education & Health, School of Nursing, School of Science & Technology, and Shannon School of Business offer the CBU courses. The popular courses at the university are listed below:

Popular Majors at Cape Breton University
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences	Psychology
Environmental Science	Biology
Business	Medicine

(Source: edurank)

Note: Due to the unavailability of the popular courses on the official website, the above data has been taken from unofficial sources. Hence, it is subject to vary.

Also read: Study in Canada - Colleges, Eligibility and Scholarships

B.E. / B.Tech

10 Courses

3.83 - 4 years

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹10.26 L - 12.11 L

Intake Session

Jan' 24
May' 24
Sep' 24
+1

BBA

6 Courses4 years

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹10.26 L - 12.11 L

Intake Session

Jan' 24
May' 24
Sep' 24
+1

B.Sc.

8 Courses

4.02 - 4 years

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹10.26 L - 12.11 L

Intake Session

Jan' 24
May' 24
Sep' 24
+1

PG Diploma

5 Courses

4.62 years

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹9.24 L - 10.94 L

Intake Session

Jan' 24
May' 24
Sep' 24
+1

B.A.

10 Courses3 - 4 years

Exams Accepted

1st year Tution Fees

₹10.26 L - 12.11 L

Intake Session

Jan' 24
May' 24
Sep' 24
+1

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Cape Breton University Tuition Fees, Duration and Eligibility 2024

Cape Breton University Eligibility for Indian Students

Check below the Cape Breton University Requirements for Indian students for undergraduate and postgraduate programs:

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years of age to apply to CBU
English Language Requirements:

TOEFL score of 550 (paper test), 213 (computer test), or 80 (internet test)
IELTS Academic (and IELTS Indicator) score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0
Pearson PTE (Academic) score of 59
Duolingo English Test score of 115

Financial Information

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Completed a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited university
An average of B or higher in an undergraduate degree with a B+ in two mathematics/statistics courses.
English Language Requirements:

IELTS Academic (and IELTS Indicator) score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0

Also read: Eligibility to Study in Canada 2023

Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees	Duration & Eligibility
B.E. / B.Tech(10 courses)	INR 10 L - 12 L	Duration: 3-4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 59 & Above
BBA(6 courses)	INR 10 L - 12 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 59 & Above
B.Sc.(8 courses)	INR 10 L - 12 L	Duration: 2-4 years Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 80 & Above, IELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 59 & Above
PG Diploma(5 courses)	INR 9 L - 11 L	Duration: 2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 59 & Above
B.A.(10 courses)	INR 10 L - 12 L	Duration: 3-4 years Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 80 & Above, IELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 59 & Above
UG Diploma(3 courses)	INR 10 L	Duration: 2 years Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 80 & Above, IELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 59 & Above
B.Ed(2 courses)	INR 10 L	Duration: 15 months Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 80 & Above
MBA/PGDM(1 course)	INR 10 L	Duration: 2 years Exam Accepted: GMAT, GRE, IELTS: 6.5 & Above
BHM(1 course)	INR 12 L	Duration: 3 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 59 & Above
B.J.M.C.(1 course)	INR 10 L	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 59 & Above

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Cape Breton University Scholarships 2024

Every year, CBU spends over USD 2.6 million on scholarships and bursaries. Students applying at Cape Breton University are considered for entrance scholarships based on their academic grades.

Entrance Scholarships
MacLeod-Matheson Bursaries
Academic In-Course Scholarships
Chancellor’s Award - Cape Breton University
Fitzgerald Scholarship
Deans’ Scholarship - Cape Breton University
M. Reid Scholarship
Also read: Top Scholarships in Canada for International Students 2023

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Cape Breton University Admission Dates 2024

Students looking for Cape Breton University admission can check below the application deadline and other detail:

Admission Application	Stats
Application Deadline	June 15
Application Fee	$103
Acceptance Rate	50%

Note: Due to the unavailability of the acceptance rate on the official website, the above data has been taken from an unofficial source (edurank). Hence, it is subject to vary.

Cape Breton University Application Deadline

Students can check below the Cape Breton University application deadline:

Semester	Application Open	Application Close
September 2024 (Fall)	October 15, 2023	April 15, 2024

Note: These are international application deadlines for undergraduate programs.

Also read: Spring Intake in Canada 2024

Fall Intake in Canada 2023

Application fees :CAD 80 - 103
Type of deadline :Depends on course

Documents

Type of documents	Applicable for
SOP	Not required
LOR	Needed for few courses
Essays	Not required
CV	Needed for few courses
Additional documents	Required

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Important dates

Intake season	Deadline
Fall	15ᵗʰ Apr 2024
Spring	1ˢᵗ - 15ᵗʰ Jan 2024
Summer	15ᵗʰ Jan 2024
Winter	15ᵗʰ Oct 2022 - 15ᵗʰ Oct 2023

Admission details of all courses

Commonly asked questions
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Student Views

100% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships4.8

Part time work4.5

Post study jobs3.3

Quality of faculty4.5

Student Life4.3

Value for money4

Public transportation4.3

Safety4.5

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration4.3

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PlacementsInfrastructureFacultyCrowd & Campus LifeValue for Money

Easy to adjust to in Canada.

Tips: I believe that Canada is the country one can except the least transition from when coming from India. Homely vibes aunties and uncle everywhere, meet and greet going on. Engineering courses are good but I guess now Germany and Dutch are the most sought-after destination for me. Canada is working pretty well, no complaint at all.

Likes (Safety): Constant guideline updation is something that the college does to make students aware of the environment. Do's and Don'ts should be read carefully students don't do this and then complain to the college about bicycle thefts and other problems. Security issues are rarely seen no breaches.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Co-op internship has not started yet so it can get me hired. College has helped me with getting IT but jobs I don't know about drives. I don't think that it happens in Canada. Campus drives and placements mostly happen in India. In Canada you should know how to apply what you have learned yourself.

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PlacementsInfrastructureFacultyCrowd & Campus LifeValue for Money

Excellent curriculum and teaching practice

Tips: Don't rely on the university way too much, it is not gonna spoon feed you. Academics are good and if any student wants to do research it is fine but for jobs others will be no help. I haven't received any sort of scholarship or allowance till now but I think that there is a scholarship given to 3 meritorious students so study and study! I am satisfied with the college and there was also no cultural shift. Feel like home in Canada.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty is top. I don't complain about faculty. Every lecturer is academically well proficient. Faculty to student ratio is a bit low but quality is what matters. The university does not compromise in terms of academics. Curriculum is also designed differently it is K4 and K5 of Blooms taxonomy so more focus is given to critical thinking and problem solving. For my course situation analysis is very important while answering any question. This is very much different from India.

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Bachelor of Science - Batch of 2026

PlacementsInfrastructureFacultyCrowd & Campus LifeValue for Money

Good university to be in.

Tips: Don't take up an on-campus accommodation trust me not worth it, live outside but nearby. There are no as such international scholarships but students who pass with over 75% overall grades are awarded with an entry level scholarship of 500$. Professors are all Ph.D. holders and have international publications. The area is beautiful with good scenery and it feels good to be under a cloud blue sky. Tuition fee is also not that much so it makes it a good university to study.

Likes (Internships): Co-op jobs are offered to most of the courses. Internship is based on selection so make sure to meet all the criteria. Comparing it with placements internship opportunities are good for my course also internships are provided. University website is constantly updated so keep a check!

Dislikes (Post study jobs): University doesn't provide much, you graduate then you are on your own. No campus placements as far as I have heard since I'm still studying but the university does help with part-time jobs so yes this is the thing. There should be something for placements as most of the students come to Canada to secure a job.

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2023Read more

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PlacementsInfrastructureFacultyCrowd & Campus LifeValue for Money

Cultural hotpot! Explore the beauty of untouched Canada

Tips: An Indian boy in a Canadian house was great. Nice people and experience for a foreign student. I had the opportunity to explore the beautiful Cape Breton, interact with hundreds of locals, and understand the economy and hospitality industry. Overall, thoroughly satisfied with the exposure offered by the Government of Nova Scotia and Cape Breton University.

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2023Read more

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Cape Breton University Placements

Cape Breton University career job fair 2023 makes your career search a little easier. All job opportunities are posted at the discretion of Career Services. Students can search for more job opportunities in Canada Job Bank, Indeed, and Career Beacon.

Job Profiles	Salary (yearly)
Executive Assistant to the Dean of Arts and Social Sciences	$37.3k - $47.3k
Student Employment Specialist – Accessibility	$27.6k - $34.9k
Senior Facilities Project Manager	$87.3k - $111k
General Diagnostic Radiologist - Cape Breton Regional Hospital	$40k - $45k
Sustainable Craft Coordinator	$40.7 - $51.6k

(Source: indeed)

Note: Due to the unavailability of the placement data on the official website, the above data has been taken from an unofficial source (indeed). Hence, it is subject to vary.

Also read: Part Time Jobs in Canada for International Students 2023

Highest Paying Jobs in Canada 2023

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Cape Breton University provides on campus accommodation facilities to its students
It offer 3 different residence options from which students can choose- Harriss Hall, Cabot Residence and Alumn

Cape Breton University provides on campus accommodation facilities to its students
It offer 3 different residence options from which students can choose- Harriss Hall, Cabot Residence and Alumni Hall
It offers meal plans to all students

Masters

Bachelors

Accommodation Expense

On-campus housing:cbu.ca/current-students/accommod...

Double Room-Per semester-$2240/-(PG)

Meal Expense

Total Annual Cost:CAD 5970
Living expense links:cbu.ca/current-students/accommod...

Cape Breton University Rankings 2024

According to EduRank, the Cape Breton University ranking is 65th in Canada and 2578 in the world.

Statistics	Ranking
In World	2578
In Canada	65
North America	766

(Source: edurank)

Note: Due to the unavailability of the ranking data on the official website, the above data has been taken from unofficial sources. Hence, it is subject to vary.

Also read: Top 10 Universities in Canada 2023-24

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Studying in Canada

Average Accommodation Expense	INR 4.4 L (based on 51 colleges)
Average Meals Expense	INR 2.7 L (based on 33 colleges)
Part Time Work	Permitted On the Canadian student visa, you have the permission to work for 20 hours/week for a paid job. This cap on... Read more about part time work
Post Study Work Permit	Permitted PGWP is usually issued for the length of the study program. The maximum length of the post work permit is 3... Read more about post study work permit
Cost of Visa Application	CAD 150 = INR 9,019.5
Visa Application Process	Simple If you wish to take academic, professional or vocational training at a university, college or other educati... Read more about visa application process
Hot Job Sectors	Technology, logistics, manufacturing, engineering, medical, and customer support are popular job sectors in... Read more about hot job sectors
Economy Growth Rate	Read more about economy growth rate

Cape Breton University Notable Alumni

Cape Breton University's notable alumni are a diverse network of more than 33,000 members across the world.

Notable Alumni	Profession
Steve Arbuckle	Actor
Neil Libbey	Author
Amanda Budden	Footballer
Peter Schaale	Footballer
Meshack Lufile	Basketball Player

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