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Aboriginal Students

Q: Is the application process different for Aboriginal students?A: No, Aboriginal students fill out the same application form as other students and submit it to the College. The only difference is that self-identified Aboriginal students have an extended deadline by which they can submit their application, and they have access to special seat allocations.

Q. In my application, should I self-identify as an Aboriginal? Why?A. Yes, you should self-identify yourself as an Aboriginal student when applying for a program at the College. Self-identifying as an Aboriginal student allows for special seat allocation and extends your deadline to submit all applications documents to June 30 for enrolment in the upcoming Fall semester.

Q. Will I need to complete an English Speaking Language (ESL) program if my first language is Mi'kmaq or Maliseet?A. If your first language is Mi’kmaq or Maliseet you are required to speak English as an additional language before attending the College. Proof of fluency can be presented through the successful completion of an English Speaking Language (ESL) Program or by successfully passing a T.O.E.F.L. English test. The University of New Brunswick currently offers English Speaking Language (ESL) programs and the T.O.E.F.L. English test to students. For more information, please visit the UNB ESL website.

Q. Are there scholarships or funding opportunities available for Aboriginal students?A. Yes, we have information on several scholarships, bursaries and grants available to Aboriginal students. For more information please contact our Aboriginal/International Recruiter, Shane Perley-Dutcher at (506) 444-2494, or gnb.ca.

Q. Who can I talk to about being an Aboriginal student at the College of Craft & Design?A. Charles Gaffney our Aboriginal Visual Arts Instructor is available to assist Aboriginal students in whatever way possible and answer any questions you may have about the program, coursework, student support, tuition, applying and funding. You can contact Shane Perley-Dutcher by phone at (506) 444-2494 or by email, gnb.ca.

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