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After Receiving Your Offer

We understand that moving to Canada to pursue your academic goals is a significant step and investment. Be assured that a welcoming and supportive environment is waiting for you at Nipissing University.

1. Review your offer & supplemental information

Your offer of admission was uploaded to your application on the International Application Service Portal.

Read your offer of admission including all supplemental information thoroughly.

2. Accept your offer

Accept your offer of admission by the date indicated in offer OR contact your agent to assist you with accepting your offer through the portal.

It is strongly advisable that you accept your offer within two weeks of the date of your offer letter. 

3. Pay Your Tuition

Pay your first term tuition and ancillary ESTIMATED fees of $16,720.76 through PayMyTuition.

  • The tuition and ancillary fees include your student bus pass, student health insurance plan, access to BorderPass and a $2,000 non-refundable tuition deposit.
  • Your residence deposit and fees are not included.

Payment of fees is one of the criteria that needs to be met to obtain your Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL). It is strongly recommended this payment be made within two weeks of the date of your offer letter.

Full tuition fees are due by the date specified in your offer letter, failure to meet this deadline may result in your withdrawal from your program and courses.

A. Tuition Amount Information

Please note, all amounts on your letter of acceptance are based on tuition and ancillary fee rates at the time of offer and are subject to change. We’ve provided you with estimated fees, please continue to check the links below as fees will be updated as soon as the information is available.

C. Refund Information

Your $2,000 tuition deposit is non-refundable unless you have been denied a study permit. If your study permit is denied, and you submit proof, you will receive a partial refund of $1,700. Students who withdraw from Nipissing may be eligible for a tuition refund based on the refund schedule found on our Refund Credit Dates page, less your non-refundable tuition deposit. Please note that at the time of offer, the refund schedule for your intake may not be available. Please continue to check the website as it will be updated as soon as the information is available for your intake. 

Detailed Refund Schedules

B. How To Pay Fees

Nipissing University has partnered with PayMyTuition for domestic and international tuition payments.

With PayMyTuition, you can pay your tuition from any bank, in any country in any currency at better than bank exchange rates.

4. Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)

Due to the recent changes in the study permit process, a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) issued by the Designated Learning Institution (DLI) that you will be attending, must be submitted as part of your student visa application.
 
It is crucial that you complete step 1, 2, and 3 in order to qualify for the PAL. Once done, Nipissing University will determine your eligibility for a PAL.
If you qualify for a PAL, you can access the International Application Service Portal to receive your letter.

5. Get started with BorderPass

Nipissing has partnered with BorderPass to ensure your immigration journey – starting with your study permit application, to your arrival in Canada and beyond is as smooth as possible.

BorderPass will assist with and assess visa applications for all incoming students. Securing a study permit is an important step that is necessary to start your academic journey with Nipissing. We want to make sure you have all the support you need to ensure your application is done right!

Sign up for BorderPass

6. Submit a study permit application

Working with BorderPass, submit your study permit application. Your Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) must accompany this application.

7. Upload your study permit

Upon approval of your study permit please upload a copy to the International Application Service Portal.

Conditional offers

If your offer is conditional, upload required documentation to show you have met your conditions to the International Application Service Portal.

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Getting Started at Nipissing

Check these important steps to get ready for your first days at Nipissing.

You will receive your Nipissing email account in mid-July (for Fall Intake students).

We will notify you by sending an email to the email address you provided on your application. This email will let you know that your Nipissing email account has been activated.

From that point on, that will be the only email account we will use to communicate with you. Make sure you check your email regularly to ensure you don’t miss out on any important and urgent communication.

Ensure you have packed your original documentation to provide to Nipissing upon arrival. Documentation must be brought to the International Office (F205).

Proof of enrollment requests can be made once you have registered for courses. Students who require confirmation of their current registration status at Nipissing University can visit our Proof of Enrolment page. 

A free Proof of Enrolment can be obtained through WebAdvisor. This option is signed by the Associate Registrar, Scheduling and Registration and will be printed on Nipissing University letterhead. Access instructions can be found on the Proof of Enrollment website.

If the letter is not sufficient, custom Proof of Enrolment Letters can be produced for a fee. To order a custom letter, students must complete and submit a Proof of Enrolment request form. Proof of Enrolment request forms will be accepted by email, mail, fax or in person. Requests are typically processed within 2 to 3 business days, however during busy periods it may take as long as 5 to 6 business days depending on the volume of requests received. The Proof of Enrolment request forms with fee/payment information are available from our website here. 

Nipissing actively promotes an accessible and barrier-free learning environment. If you require student accessibility services, identify yourself as early as possible so that accommodations and support systems can be arranged prior to the beginning of classes.

For more information about the services available, the required documentation, and to complete the Self-Identification Form, visit the student accessibility website. Upon receiving a Self-Identification Form, Student Accessibility Services will contact you to begin the intake process.