Analysis of student registration is showing that UNBC's student population has grown about 3% over last year. The headcount for the fall semester is 3651, up from 3525 at the same time last year. Although exact figures aren't yet known, the number of students studying at regional centres is roughly 300.

This year, the total number of undergraduate applicants surpassed 4,000 for the first time, indicating that interest in UNBC continues to grow. Applications from prospective First Nations students rose nearly 12%, while the number of international applicants increased by nearly 28%. This year, there are 41 international students studying at UNBC as part of an international exchange, the highest ever for UNBC.

Information about particular degree program enrolments will be available in November.