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CAD 15815

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 100

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Explore anthropology, criminology, English, First Nations, history, modern languages (Chinese, French and Spanish), North American studies, philosophy, political science, psychology, sociology and women’s studies, as well as electives in math and sciences.   

Associate degrees are offered at many colleges and universities throughout BC. They recognize successful completion of 60 credits of study, which is approximately 20 courses. With full-time study, you can complete an associate degree within two academic years. Part-time study options are also available.   

Associate degrees offer a great deal of flexibility. You can choose your preferred courses from a specific list of eligible courses, making it possible to focus your studies in one specific area or explore a variety of subjects.

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Additional Information

Program Level Associate Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2026, Jan 2027

Closed

Jan 2026

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 54 - With no score less than - 46

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

6 IELTS Score
54 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

15815

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 100

Application Fee
(CAD)

22895 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

New Scholarships for Cohorts

NIC is offering a $1,000 scholarship to all new students enrolled in the HCA and ECCE cohorts.

The September 2026 cohorts are still accepting applications.

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Scholarships for International Students at NIC

Scholarships Type Eligibility Value
IELTS-Based Scholarship Overall 7.0 with no module less than 6.0 CAD 1,000
Overall 7.5 with no module less than 6.0 CAD 1,500
PTE-Based Scholarship Overall 65 with no module less than 60 CAD 1,000
Overall 76 with no module less than 60 CAD 1,500
Duolingo-Based Scholarship Overall score of 120 or higher CAD 1,000
Program-Based Scholarships Coastal Forest Technology Diploma - Sep 2026 Intake CAD 1,500
Instrumentation and Electrical Automation Technician Diploma - Sep 2026 Intake CAD 1,500.
Human Services Diploma, May 2026 Intake CAD 1,500.

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