International Education

Studying at CNC as an international student

Located in Prince George, BC, the College of New Caledonia is home to over 200 students from more than 25 countries around the world. Our classrooms feature a diverse population of students from all backgrounds and age groups, including mature students who are upgrading their skills, starting a new career, or continuing their education.

New International students are welcomed with a full orientation which takes place prior to the start of each semester. It's a great time to adjust to your new school and learn how to navigate successfully in your new community. Each month you can participate in activities meant to introduce International students to new hobbies, landscapes, sports, and people. We encourage you to strike a balance with your school work and fun.

About CNC

The College of New Caledonia is a publicly funded provincially accredited community college located in British Columbia. As a mid-sized college, CNC provides you with excellent educational opportunities, personalized service, comprehensive programs in a pure English environment, and a wide range of indoor, outdoor and campus-based recreation

While it is a good idea to apply at least six months before the start of each semester, applications received up to each start date will be considered as long as there are seats available in the program of choice, and the tuition deposit is received before the start of classes.

We offer programs and courses 12 months of the year. There are THREE terms which are 4 months each. Most programs run 15 weeks, and begin at the start of the following months:

• September (to end of December) - Fall Term
• January (to end of April) - Spring Term
• May (to end of August) - Summer Term

During the Summer Term: while the ESL program functions as usual (full-time courses), some first and second year university transfer courses are not available during summer. However, many UT courses are offered in a shorter, 10 week condensed format.

If you are dealing with an agent, all correspondence and information will be sent to that agent directly. CNC regrets that we are unable to interract directly or personally with an International applicant when an agent or agency is handling the application process or file.

Admission Requirements

For English Language Institute Programs:

1. You are at least 18 years of age
2. You have a valid study permit for programs more than six months in length

For all other certificate, diploma, or degree pathway programs

1. You are at least 18 years of age
2. You have completed high school or the equivalent of BC Grade 12
3. You meet all specific program requirements
4. You have a valid study permit for programs greater than six months in length
5. You have a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (PBT), 213 (CBT), 80 (IBT) or 6.0 IELTS, or have successfully completed Level 4-English for Academic Purposes at CNC.