Touring The University Of New Brunswick

The University of New Brunswick (UNB) offers in-person tours of its Fredericton and Saint John campuses for prospective students. Tours are available at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m., Monday to Friday, and on the first Saturday of every month. They must be booked 48 hours in advance. The in-person tour includes a 30-minute to one-hour walking tour of the key areas of the campus, the opportunity to meet with a recruiter, and an optional walk-through of the residence.

Tour timings and booking

The University of New Brunswick offers in-person tours of its campuses in Fredericton and Saint John. Tours are available at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m., Monday to Friday, and on the first Saturday of every month. In-person tours are conducted at the UNB Saint John campus at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturdays.

Prospective students must book their tours at least 48 hours in advance. This lead time is to ensure proper planning and a great experience for visitors, staff, and students living on campus. The tour involves a 30-minute walk through key areas of the campus. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet with a recruiter and have their questions answered in person. Face masks are currently required indoors on both campuses.

If you wish to meet with a faculty member during your tour, you can indicate this when booking your tour. A member of your future faculty will then meet with you and show you the classrooms and facilities that will be part of your experience. Please note that faculty meetings are unavailable during weekend tours.

Tour experience

The University of New Brunswick (UNB) offers in-person tours of its Fredericton and Saint John campuses for prospective students. Tours are available at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m., Monday to Friday, and on the first Saturday of every month at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. (Saint John campus only).

Tours must be booked at least 48 hours in advance and typically last around 30 minutes to one hour. They cover the key areas of the campus, including:

• Sir Howard Douglas Hall
• Harriet Irving Library
• Richard J. Currie Center
• UNB Fredericton Quad (Student Union Building)
• Hans W. Klohn Commons
• G. Forbes Elliot Athletics Centre
• Thomas J. Condon Student Centre

Prospective students also have the option to meet with a faculty member and recruiter during the tour. The faculty member will show you the classrooms and facilities relevant to your program of interest. The recruiter will be available to answer any questions you may have. Additionally, you can request an optional walk-through of the residence, including a look inside a room, study spaces, and lounges.

If you are travelling to UNB from another province in Canada, the university will pay for a one-night hotel stay or provide a gas card, for those eligible.

Residence tours

The University of New Brunswick offers residence tours as part of its in-person campus tours. These tours are available at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m., Monday to Friday, and on the first Saturday of every month. The tours must be booked 48 hours in advance to ensure a great experience for everyone involved.

The in-person campus tour includes a one-hour walking tour of the key areas of the campus, as well as the option to meet with a recruiter and have any questions answered in person. The residence tour is a walk-through of the residence facilities, including a look inside a room, study spaces, and lounges.

It is important to note that tours of residence are currently unavailable in Fredericton, but the university still provides a comprehensive experience of the campus. Additionally, faculty meetings are not available during weekend tours.

The University of New Brunswick is committed to providing prospective students with a comprehensive and informative campus tour experience, allowing them to explore the residence facilities and make informed decisions about their educational journey.

Meeting faculty

The University of New Brunswick (UNB) offers in-person tours of its Fredericton and Saint John campuses to prospective students. Tours are available at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m., Monday to Friday, and on the first Saturday of every month.

Tours must be booked 48 hours in advance and last for approximately 30 minutes to one hour. They include a walking tour of the key areas of the campus, the opportunity to meet with a recruiter, and an optional walk through the residence.

If you wish to meet with a faculty member during your tour, you can indicate this when booking, and a member of your future faculty will meet with you to show you the classrooms and facilities that will be part of your experience. However, please note that faculty meetings are not available during weekend tours.

UNB has two primary campuses: the original campus in Fredericton (UNBF), established in 1785, and a smaller campus in Saint John (UNBSJ), which opened in 1964. The university offers over 75 degrees in fourteen faculties at the undergraduate and graduate levels, with a total student enrolment of 9,725 between the two principal campuses during the 2021–2022 year.

UNB has two sports teams, one for each campus. UNB Fredericton's team is called the UNB Reds, and UNB Saint John's team is called the UNB Saint John Seawolves.

Travel and accommodation

The University of New Brunswick (UNB) offers in-person tours of its Fredericton and Saint John campuses. Tours are available at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m., Monday to Friday, and on the first Saturday of every month. Tours must be booked 48 hours in advance.

If you are travelling to UNB from another province in Canada, the university will pay for a one-night hotel stay or provide a gas card. This offer is valid for students applying to UNB directly from high school.

There are several hotels near the University of New Brunswick's Fredericton campus, including:

• Chateau Fredericton, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
• Delta Hotels by Marriott Fredericton
• Hilton Garden Inn Fredericton, New Brunswick
• Crowne Plaza Fredericton-Lord Beaverbrook, an IHG hotel
• Best Western Plus Fredericton Hotel & Suites
• Ramada by Wyndham Fredericton
• Quality Inn & Suites Amsterdam
• Radisson Kingswood Hotel & Suites, Fredericton, NB
• Comfort Inn Fredericton
• Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fredericton, an IHG Hotel
• Days Inn by Wyndham Oromocto Conference Centre
• Lincoln Inn Fredericton
• Prospect Inn
• Travelodge Fredericton
• Fort Nashwaak Motel
• Riverside Resort & Conference Center
• Silverwood Inn & Suites

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