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NSCAD University

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Overview

Established in 1887, the NSCAD University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Halifax (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Nova Scotia. Officially recognized by the Department of Advanced Education of Nova Scotia, NSCAD University (NSCAD) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. NSCAD University (NSCAD) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 137-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Canadian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NSCAD also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

NSCAD University's Control Typepublic

Entity

NSCAD University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

NSCAD University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

NSCAD University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym NSCAD
Founded 1887
Motto Head, Heart and Hand
Colours Purple and green
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 5163 Duke Street
Halifax
B3J 3J6 Nova Scotia
Canada
NSCAD University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
NSCAD University Phone Number +1 (888) 444 5989
NSCAD University Fax Number +1 (902) 425 2987

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following NSCAD University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify NSCAD University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This NSCAD University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at NSCAD University.

NSCAD University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic NSCAD University's admission information.

NSCAD University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


NSCAD University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has NSCAD University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

NSCAD University's acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


NSCAD University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


NSCAD University's Admission Office Admission Office

5163 Duke Street
Haliafx
(902) 494 8129
888 444 5989

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for NSCAD University.

NSCAD University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

NSCAD University has an enrollment range of 500-999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


NSCAD University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


NSCAD University's Control Type Control Type

NSCAD University is a public higher education institution.


NSCAD University's Entity Type Entity Type

NSCAD University is a non-profit higher education institution.


NSCAD University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


NSCAD University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

NSCAD University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of NSCAD University's main facilities:


NSCAD University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit NSCAD University's Library


NSCAD University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


NSCAD University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of NSCAD University's main services:


NSCAD University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

NSCAD University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

NSCAD University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


NSCAD University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

NSCAD University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


NSCAD University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

NSCAD University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Advanced Education of Nova Scotia


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important NSCAD University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design (AICAD)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the NSCAD University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some NSCAD University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

NSCAD University's Facebook page NSCAD University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

NSCAD University's X (formerly Twitter) page NSCAD University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

NSCAD University's YouTube channel NSCAD University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

NSCAD University's Instagram page NSCAD University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

NSCAD University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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