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Nipissing University
Nipissing University
Nipissing University, Canada
Nipissing University
Nipissing University
Nipissing University, Canada, residence
Nipissing University, Study in Canada
Nipissing University, Study in Canada
Nipissing University, Study in Canada
Nipissing University, Study in Canada
Nipissing University, Study in Canada
Nipissing University, Study in Canada
Nipissing University
Nipissing University
Nipissing University
Nipissing University
Nipissing University
Nipissing University (NU) is located in the picturesque city of North Bay in Ontario. Placing student experience and employability at the heart of its courses, the university has a long history of academic success and student satisfaction.
NU holds a reputation across Canada for excellence in arts, science, teacher education, and professional programs, with its uniquely flexible learning approach enabling students to customize their degree. It boasts a faculty of experienced, professional staff and provides over CAD 4.9 million of scholarships, bursaries and awards to its students annually.
At NU, students receive a personalized education that has few parallels, with class sizes averaging at only 29 students. Study programs incorporate work experience and internship opportunities alongside distinguished research projects, even at undergraduate level.
Students use state-of-the-art equipment in inspiring learning spaces, including cutting-edge immersive laboratories and an expansive library. Outside of class, NU boasts award-winning residences, ranked the best in Canada for primarily undergraduate universities (Maclean’s, 2022), plus an impressive athletics centre and vibrant student centre.
NU’s student support is ranked among the best in Canada (Maclean’s, 2023). A dedicated international team provides bespoke guidance and orientation to its international cohort, with opportunities for students to internationalize their degree including intercultural experiences, volunteer programs and on-campus engagement opportunities.
Graduates join a community of over 40,000 alumni, enhancing their career options and networking possibilities. Over 96 percent of NU students secure employment within six months of graduating.
Surrounded by lakes and forest, North Bay is famed for its outdoorsy appeal and entertainment options, offering plenty of year-round activities, services and amenities to meet student needs, whilst being only a 45-minute flight from both Toronto and Ottawa.
Nipissing University creates highly employable graduates, with over 96 percent of its students finding employment within six months of graduation.
NU students can access tailored careers support and guidance from the university’s career services coordinators, including:
NU offers a wide range of hands-on learning opportunities, ensuring students graduate with the professional and transferable skills needed to excel in their career. As a result, many undergraduate study programs at the university incorporate work placements, volunteering opportunities, professional internships, co-ops and/or practicums.
Graduates from Nipissing University join an expansive global network of over 40,000 alumni. Perks of being an NU alumnus include ongoing campus and library access and a range of discounts, from gym membership to favourable insurance rates.
Alumni receive regular updates from the university as well as invites to events, activities and networking opportunities.
NU Café is an exclusive networking and mentoring platform available to Nipissing University alumni and students. The online service connects individuals monthly with other alumni and industry leaders based on their specific career interests and goals and enables networking opportunities both online and in person.
Nipissing University’s brand new On The Rocks nightclub opened in September 2023. This vibrant hub of community provides students with a safe, exciting venue on-campus to enjoy a fun night out.
NU’s new Interprofessional Simulation Centre provides the university’s healthcare students with an immersive, interactive learning environment. This high-tech centre has been carefully designed to mimic a number of real-world scenarios and settings, enhancing skills and competency through both emergency and procedural training.
NU has become a Knowledge and Development Partner of Canada’s Food and Agri-tech Engine, with a focus on research in complex environmental challenges both locally and globally. As a result, students in related fields are able to access mentorship, partnership and funding support through Bioenterprise Canada.
NU has teamed up with SpacesShared, an online home-sharing platform, to provide reputable and affordable housing options to students. Through this service, students who prefer to live off-campus can apply to live in a home-share and will be safely matched with approved community members.
15,07,886 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
15,46,240 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
5,25,866 Living costs
3,68,185 To live on campus
Nipissing University offers its students over CAD 4.9 million in scholarships, bursaries and awards.
International undergraduate students may be eligible for a range of scholarships, bursaries and awards at NU.
International students with a grade average above 80 percent are automatically considered for guaranteed entrance scholarships, so there is no need to go through an application process. This scholarship is renewable for the first four years of undergraduate study.
Guaranteed entrance scholarships at NU range from CAD 1,000 per year to the full cost of the course’s domestic-rate tuition fees which is 23'000 CAD per Academic year for every program offered.
The Schulich Scholarship is awarded to selected students entering their first year on any undergraduate program within the Schulich School of Education and has a value of CAD 7,500.
Eligibility requirements include a minimum 80 percent grade average.
Students can also make use of NU’s international work-study program, providing part-time, on-campus employment to eligible upper-year international students who can prove financial need.
The Nipissing University Graduate Scholarship provides funding in the value of CAD 5,000 or CAD 10,000 to select, eligible graduate students with a minimum grade average of 80 percent. This funding is designed to support students in research that significantly contributes to their program of study, typically resulting in a thesis or major research paper. Students are automatically considered for this scholarship and do not need to apply.
The university also offers a number of other funding opportunities to eligible graduate students, including:
External loans, scholarships and other funding opportunities are also available.
Entry requirements at Nipissing University vary between courses, so students are advised to check the specifics for their desired degree program before application. The below is intended as a general guide.
Generally, students enrolling on an undergraduate degree program at NU must have completed one of the following, or hold an equivalent qualification:
Some courses may require students to have studied a related subject as part of their high school qualifications.
Students enrolling on a master’s degree program at NU must hold a closely related undergraduate honours degree with at least a 75 percent average, a 2:1, or equivalent.
Students enrolling on a PhD must hold a closely related master’s degree with a minimum A-standing (or equivalent).
International students originating from a country where the dominant language is not English will be required to demonstrate their English language proficiency.
For most undergraduate degree programs, students must hold a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0 (or equivalent qualification).
Students enrolling on a BScN require an IELTS score of 7.0 with no band less than 6.5
Graduate students and students studying on a BEd degree program require an IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.5.
There are some exemptions to the English language policy, including the opportunity to enroll on an English for Academic Purposes course with one of the university’s approved partners.
Nipissing University boasts an exceptional faculty of experienced, professional educators and prides itself in offering a top-quality, personalized education. The university’s uniquely flexible approach towards teaching and learning enables students to customize their degrees to meet with their personal interests and long-term goals.
Students at NU enjoy studying through a balance of theoretical and practical approaches. Learning environments include lectures, seminars and tutorials as well as group work and individual research projects. With an average class size of only 29, the atmosphere at NU promotes discussion and ensures all voices are heard.
Faculty and staff are supported by the expert knowledge, resources and research of the university’s Teaching Hub, which received a Catalyst Award (2023) in the ‘teaching and learning’ category, acknowledging its innovative use of technology to advance learning.
Many of NU’s courses incorporate work opportunities, field placements and research projects within their curriculum and the institution is well-connected with the local community and industries to ensure students access the best opportunities. Where relevant, the university endeavours to connect students directly with industry professionals and thought leaders.
NU actively supports quality research projects, offering undergraduate students unique opportunities to conduct graduate-level research as a part of their degree. A number of its faculty and alumni have had their research printed in prestigious publications.
Nursing programs at NU are in particularly high demand, with degrees offering access to fantastic experiential learning opportunities, including simulated learning laboratories and the possibility to complete their work placement at a top tier local hospital.
Nipissing University is divided into two core faculties at undergraduate level: the Faculty of Arts and Science, and the Faculty of Education and Professional Studies.
NU’s Faculty of Arts and Science offers a wealth of degree programs including:
NU’s Faculty of Education and Professional Studies is split into six schools, through which students are able to enrol on thirteen degree programs:
It is possible to major or minor in many subjects and students can also choose specific electives, enabling them to tailor their course to their personal and/or career goals.
Despite being a primarily undergraduate institution, Nipissing University also offers seven graduate degree programs:
PhD in Education (educational sustainability)
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