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Overview

NSCAD University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Founded in 1887, NSCAD University (NSCAD) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Department of Advanced Education. NSCAD provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 139-year-old Canadian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 60-69%. This makes it a moderately selective. International students are welcome to apply. NSCAD also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym NSCAD
Founded 1887
Motto Head, Heart and Hand
Colours Purple and green
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Location

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

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

NSCAD University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Advanced Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of NSCAD University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of NSCAD University you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize NSCAD University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

NSCAD University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of NSCAD University 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.



NSCAD University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

NSCAD University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

NSCAD University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of NSCAD University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees 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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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact NSCAD University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official NSCAD University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

NSCAD University Admission Info


NSCAD University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

NSCAD University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


NSCAD University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

NSCAD University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

NSCAD University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


NSCAD University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


NSCAD University's Admission Office Admission Office

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

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact NSCAD University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

NSCAD University Size and Profile


NSCAD University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

NSCAD University has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


NSCAD University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

NSCAD University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


NSCAD University's Control Type Control Type

NSCAD University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


NSCAD University's Entity Type Entity Type

NSCAD University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


NSCAD University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

NSCAD University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


NSCAD University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

NSCAD University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


NSCAD University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


NSCAD University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

NSCAD University Facilities


NSCAD University's Library University Library

Yes Visit NSCAD University's Library


NSCAD University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


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

Not reported


NSCAD University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

NSCAD University Services


NSCAD University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


NSCAD University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


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


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Academic Structure

NSCAD University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of NSCAD University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

NSCAD University
  • Division of Fine Art
  • Division of Craft
  • Division of Design
  • Division of Foundation
  • Division of Media Arts
  • Division of Historical and Critical Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

NSCAD University 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)


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Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is NSCAD University public or private?

NSCAD University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is NSCAD University profit or non-profit?

NSCAD University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of NSCAD University in terms of enrollment?

NSCAD University has a student enrollment ranging from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of NSCAD University in terms of academic staff?

NSCAD University's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.

Is NSCAD University a coeducational institution?

NSCAD University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does NSCAD University use?

NSCAD University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is NSCAD University affiliated with?

None.

Does NSCAD University admit international students?

Yes.

What is NSCAD University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

NSCAD University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend NSCAD University NSCAD?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). International students: 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is NSCAD University NSCAD located?

NSCAD University is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Address: 5163 Duke Street.

Is NSCAD University NSCAD accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, NSCAD University is accredited by Department of Advanced Education (since ).

Does NSCAD University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does NSCAD University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does NSCAD University have a university library?

Yes

Does NSCAD University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does NSCAD University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does NSCAD University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does NSCAD University offer career services?

Not reported

Does NSCAD University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does NSCAD University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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