Quick Summary
Situated in Fredericton, Canada, University of New Brunswick is a public established in 1785. Ranked #711-720 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 10500 students including 18% from outside Canada. Known for strengths in Engineering - Civil and Structural, Forestry, Marine Biology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 75%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UNB offers the perfect balance of a world-class education and a small-town atmosphere, featuring high research intensity and personalized faculty attention.
Subject Strengths
Engineering - Civil and StructuralForestryMarine BiologyKinesiologyGeodesy and Geomatics Engineering
Founded1785
TypePublic
Total Students10500
Intl Students18%
Faculty Ratio15:1
CampusUrban/Residential
Campus Size2500 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHorizon Health Network, Saint John Regional Hospital, Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital
AccreditationUniversities Canada, Association of Commonwealth Universities, Engineers Canada, AACSB
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#711-720
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Over 75 undergraduate and graduate programs across 14 faculties
Programs
Biology, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Education, Forestry, History, Physics, Psychology, Geomatics
PhD Programs
Master of Business Administration (Part-time), Master of Nursing, Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, Applied Health Services Research
Online Programs
Canadian Rivers Institute, Institute of Biomedical Engineering, New Brunswick Institute for Research, Data and Training, Wood Science and Technology Centre
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Universities Canada, Association of Commonwealth Universities, Engineers Canada, AACSB
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate75%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL92
Min GPA3
GREProgram specific (usually required for Graduate Science and Engineering)
GMAT550 (required for MBA)
SAT1100
ACT24
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply before March 1 to be automatically considered for entrance scholarships. International students should submit documentation early for study permit processing.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Canadian Dollar
UG Tuition
CAD$22,500/yr
per year · CAD
Living Cost
CAD$15,500/yr
per year · CAD
PG Tuition
CAD$15,000/yr
per year · CAD
Application Fee
$92
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
CAD$38,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CAD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$4,000
Financial AidAvailable for domestic and international students through merit-based and need-based awards
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Over 75 undergraduate and graduate programs across 14 faculties programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Forestry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Geodesy and Geomatics | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$52,000
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong co-op programs in Engineering, Computer Science, and Business
Industry Connections
J.D. IrvingSiemensIBMProvincial Government of New BrunswickMcCain Foods
Notable Alumni
Anne Murray, Frank McKenna, Sir Howard Douglas, Alistair MacLeod
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Richard J. Currie Center, Aitken University Centre, Canada Games Stadium, BMO Centre
Student Clubs
Over 120 clubs and societies
Library Resources
Harriet Irving Library, Hans W. Klohn Commons, Science & Forestry Library, Law Library
Exchange Programs
Formal exchange agreements with over 35 countries and 80 partner institutions
Summer Programs
UNB Summer Term, English Language Programme (ELP) Immersion