New Brunswick Student Financial Assistance

New Brunswick's Free Tuition Program is one of the most significant affordability measures in Canada. If your family income is under $60,000, your tuition at a NB public university or community college is fully covered through a combination of grants and bursaries — no repayment required.

• Available to NB residents attending eligible NB public institutions
• Family income threshold: under $60,000 for full free tuition
• Partial assistance available for family incomes between $60,000 and $100,000
• Applied automatically through your NB Student Financial Assistance application

If you graduate and stay in New Brunswick, you can receive a significant tuition rebate:

• Up to $20,000 in tuition refunded over 3 years via NB income tax credits
• Available to graduates of eligible post-secondary institutions (in NB or elsewhere)
• Must live and work in New Brunswick after graduation
• Claimed through your NB income tax return

Practical advice for New Brunswick students:

• Check if you qualify for the Free Tuition Program — many families under $60,000 income don't realize they're eligible
• Apply through studentaid.gnb.ca — one application covers federal, provincial, and the free tuition program
• If you plan to stay in NB after graduation, factor in the $20,000 Tuition Rebate — it makes NB degrees significantly more affordable
• UNB and Mount Allison both offer competitive entrance awards on top of provincial aid