UNB began with a petition presented to Governor Thomas Carleton on Dec. 13, 1785. Headed by William Paine, the seven memorialists asked Carleton to grant a charter of incorporation for an "academy or school of liberal arts and sciences," which they maintained would result in many "public advantages and conveniences.".
We will provide an exceptional and transformative education for our students, by encouraging initiative and innovation, unlocking their creative potential. Our graduates will be prepared to make a significant difference - creating opportunities for themselves and for others.
Researchers are active in a diverse array of subjects ranging from social and government policy to the development of innovative technologies in many scientific fields. UNB researchers are helping develop the next generation of alternative energy technologies, helping lay the groundwork for smarter, safer computing, aiding in the protection of the environment and assisting in furthering humanity's understanding of outer space.
Career Connections will help you figure out who you are – your strengths and interests – as you find which field of study and careers are right for you. Career Connections also helps connect you to the experts, workshops, and information you need to succeed in your studies and future work.
Here are just some of the support services you can take advantage of:
First-year students do better socially and academically when they stay in residence. Living in residence gives you the freedom of living on your own while providing the support you need to transition successfuly to university life.
You can choose from 13 different residences on the Fredericton campus- including co-ed, all-male, and all-female.
You can choose from 2 different co-ed residences on the Saint John campus: the Dr. Colin B MacKay Residence and Sir James Dunn Residence.
The Harriet Irving Library (HIL) is the main library on UNB’s Fredericton campus and is located directly across from the Student Union Building (SUB). The HIL team is dedicated to supporting the study, teaching and research needs of students, faculty and staff at the University of New Brunswick and St. Thomas University and also act as a resource for the wider community.
The UNB Student Health Centre is committed to providing quality primary health care. Open year round to full-time UNB and STU students. We assess and manage a wide variety of medical problems. We know the importance of wellness to a student's academic success and our goal is to help you keep interuptions to your studies to a minimum.
When you choose UNB, you'll be living in a beautiful, historic city with young, active populations and lots to do. Whether you choose to live in Fredericton, New Brunswick's capital city, or Saint John, New Brunswick's largest city, you'll be surrounded by a supportive and welcoming community ready to make you feel at home. Fredericton and Saint John have vibrant art and music scenes, fabulous farmers markets, and endless places to explore outdoors. We're surrounded by picturesque rivers, ocean, parks and trails.
The University of New Brunswick offers a mix of varsity and club sports as well as many recreational activities on both campuses. At UNB, there's something for everyone:
Get involved at the University of New Brunswick's Fredericton campus. From dancing and debating to rock climbing and scuba diving, there's an activity for everyone. Learn new skills and meet new people, in some cases, clubs can make you realize what direction you want to take in life.
If you're looking for your university experience to be more than just textbooks and classes, join a club on campus. The University of New Brunswick Saint John hosts over 50 clubs and societies- there’s something for everyone.
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Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
By TopUniversities
Climbed 308 places compared to 2026
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
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| 681 | 622 | 314 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 90 places compared to 2026
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
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| 923 | 919 | 1009 |
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By Times Higher Education
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World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
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| 601 | 601 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 901 | 901 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Based on 14 reviews
I like the real-world application of the programme. Additionally, it comes with the option of doing a coop with a real company to get hands-on experience. The standard of living is great, and I love the different activities available. It can be a little hard to adjust if youre coming from a bigger city but overall i would reccomend.
Supportive professors, a welcoming campus environment, and practical assignments that help students build real skills. Overall, I have had a positive experience at this university. What I liked most was the supportive learning environment and the chance to apply what I learned through projects, presentations, and class discussions. Many professors were knowledgeable, approachable, and willing to help students when they had questions. I also appreciated the campus community, which felt friendly and welcoming, especially for students trying to get involved or adjust to university life. One thing that stood out to me was the balance between academic learning and practical experience. Some classes helped me improve not only my knowledge but also my communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. Campus life was also enjoyable, with opportunities to join activities, meet new people, and experience a diverse student environment. What I disliked was that some courses could feel very demanding at certain times, and not every class had the same level of engagement or organization. In some cases, I also felt that students had to be proactive in finding career-related opportunities on their own. Overall, I would recommend this university to future students. It offers a good learning experience, a supportive community, and opportunities for both personal and academic growth.
I love most things about UNB! The campus is really nice, the food is great, people are helpful but the professors are where UNB falls short. Many of my professors don't care at all about being professors and it shows. Especially in the business faculty. Many of them are extremely difficult to understand, incredibly poor with technology, barely respond to emails, and don't care about you as a person. You are a number in a task they don't want to be doing.
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