It is the responsibility of each student to be familiar with the Cape Breton University’s regulations pertaining to financial matters.Registration is not completed until fees are paid or until arrangements are made for the payment of fees in accordance with Cape Breton University’s policy. Acceptable arrangements include the assignment of required amounts from a student loan. Students are encouraged to make payment arrangements early to ensure that fees are paid by the required dates.
The budget of each student will vary depending on their needs, tastes, program and choice of accommodation. The cost of living in Cape Breton isn’t as high as other areas of the country, but it is higher than other parts of the world.
Students should also allow for approximately $1200-$1500 for textbooks and supplies. Spending money for extracurricular activity should be considered as well according to the individual.
An international student who intends to register in full-time studies in an undergraduate program and live on campus can expect to have charges of approximately $27,000 Canadian dollars.
Please note that 100% of a student’s deposit will be returned in the case his/her study visa is not granted (appropriate documentation required). For fully accepted students arriving to CBU with a valid study permit, should you chose to withdraw, 50% of your tuition deposit is classified as non-refundable and automatically withh...