Bachelor's
Nipissing Entrance Scholarship (95%+)
CAD 23,000+ over 4 yrs (95%+)
Nipissing University
North Bay, Canada
"A small Ontario university in North Bay known for education and nursing"
At a Glance
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PSW VISA
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
About Nipissing University
Nipissing University began in 1909 as the North Bay Normal School for teacher training and became an independent degree-granting university in 1992. About 6,500 students study on its 720-acre campus overlooking Lake Nipissing in North Bay, Ontario, which it shares with Canadore College. Its three faculties are Applied and Professional Studies, Arts and Science, and the Schulich School of Education - one of Ontario's largest faculties of education. Its nursing programme has led Ontario in NCLEX-RN results, and its graduation rate (85.9%) is above the Ontario average.
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Accreditations & Memberships
Universities Canada
Council of Ontario Universities
U Sports (Lakers)
Designated Learning Institution
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Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Nipissing University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1992 (roots 1909)
Degree-granting Since
About 6,500
Students
720 acres, North Bay
Campus
85.9%
Graduation Rate
3
Faculties
Popular Programs
Bachelor of Education (Schulich)
Nursing (BScN)
Business Administration (BBA)
Computer Science
Data Science
Psychology
Criminal Justice
Kinesiology
Application Details
Apply (international)
nipissingu.ca/applyintl
Ontario curriculum
Apply via OUAC
Scholarships
Guaranteed by average
Intakes
September, January
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic
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6.5 (no band < 6.0) |
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TOEFL iBT
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83 |
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PTE Academic
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58 |
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Cambridge C1 Advanced
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176 |
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CAEL
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60 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
CAD 4,000 - 23,000+ (4 yrs)
Career Outcomes
Up to 3 years (PGWP)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — About 200
Faculties — 3
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Nipissing's 720-acre campus is on the Canadian Shield escarpment in North Bay, Ontario, overlooking Lake Nipissing and shared with Canadore College; North Bay is 3.5-4 hours from Toronto and Ottawa.
Campus Details
720-acre
North Bay campus shared with Canadore College
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residence CAD 6
909 - 7
711 / year
Dining
Campus dining halls and food courts
Health & Wellness
Provincial or university health plan required
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Varsity sports
Career services
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
About 6,500
Undergraduate
About 6,300
Graduate
About 200
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (Intl, full-time)
CAD 25,500 / year
Ancillary Fees
CAD 1,739 / year
Residence
CAD 6,909 - 7,711 / year
Total (on campus)
CAD 45,721 - 47,173 / year
Study permit + biometrics
CAD 150 + CAD 85
Intakes & Deadlines
Nipissing admits mainly in September, with January entry for some programmes. International applicants apply directly at nipissingu.ca/applyintl; apply early to leave time for the PAL and study permit.
Scholarships at Nipissing University
5 scholarships available
Bachelor's
Nipissing Entrance Scholarship (90%+)
CAD 2,500 / yr = 10,000 (90-94%)
Bachelor's
Nipissing Entrance Scholarship (85%+)
CAD 1,500 / yr = 6,000 (85-89%)
Bachelor's
Nipissing Entrance Scholarship (80%+)
CAD 1,000 / yr = 4,000 (80-84%)
All Levels
Schulich Scholarship
BEd / MSc Kin CAD 7,500 (80%+)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 with programme subjects; 80%+ earns a guaranteed scholarship. IELTS 6.5 (no band < 6.0), TOEFL 83 or PTE 58. Bachelor's degrees 4 years; consecutive BEd 2 years after a degree.
Postgraduate
Honours bachelor's degree (usually B / 70%+) for MA, MSc, MES or Master of Education; PhD in Education available. IELTS 6.5+. Master's 1-2 years.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.5 (no band < 6.0)TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Cambridge C1 Advanced
CAEL
Required Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on nipissingu.ca.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
3
Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
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PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
5
Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
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Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
Nipissing's 720-acre campus is on the Canadian Shield escarpment in North Bay, Ontario, overlooking Lake Nipissing and shared with Canadore College; North Bay is 3.5-4 hours from Toronto and Ottawa.
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