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CAD 28297

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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88

TOEFL

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75%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Northern’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program is a collaborative program with Laurentian University where graduates will earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Laurentian University while completing all four years of study at Northern College. The program will to prepare students to meet the complex needs of the client (individuals, families and communities) in ever-changing healthcare environments. BScN graduates are instilled with a desire to be life-long learners who use an evidence-informed approach to practice.

Nurse educators and students strive to work within intra- and inter-disciplinary contexts to positively influence the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities. Thanks to a comprehensive curriculum, diverse clinical experiences and hands-on laboratory and simulation learning in our state-of-the-art facility – you’ll gain first-hand experience with new technologies, develop clinical reasoning and clinical judgment skills, engage in active learning experiences, and understand emerging healthcare trends. Learning experiences will be enhanced through cooperation and consultation with faculty and peers through shared activities.

Northern College’s nursing program provides opportunities for students to practice nursing skills in state-of-the-art nursing practice labs equipped with integrative simulation equipment. This latest technology will assist in preparing students for actual client care through simulated care scenarios. Our nursing program also incorporates new technologies, such as specialized software packages and web-based tools, many of which are used in health-care settings.

Students in the BScN program also enter the clinical environment for experiential learning in every semester of the program in a diverse variety of settings such as hospitals, long-term care, public health, community agencies, occupational settings, and many more; with their first clinical experience beginning mid-way through their first semester.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 3 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2026

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 88.0  Minimum Listening - 22.0  Minimum Reading - 22.0  Minimum Writing - 22.0  Minimum Speaking - 22.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 125.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diplom or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • Grade 12 Math (U) with 75%
    • Grade 12 English (U),
    • Grade 12 Biology (U) with 75%
    • Grade 12 Chemistry (U) with 75%
    • and any two additional Grade 12 courses (4U/M)

6.5 IELTS Score
88 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
125 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
75% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

28297

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

22895 Per year

Average Cost of Living
(CAD)

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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

International Entrance Scholarships

New international students starting in Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 may be eligible to receive an entrance scholarship.

Scholarship Value

Total value: $2,000 CAD

  • $1,000 CAD applied in the first semester
  • $1,000 CAD applied in the second semester, provided eligibility criteria are met
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, students must:
  • Be a new international student admitted to an eligible program for the Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 intake
  • Be registered as a full-time student in an eligible program and campus
  • Submit the scholarship application form by the deadline

Please note: Students who are exempt from international tuition fees or who have previously studied at Northern College are not eligible.
Applications must be submitted through the online form: Northern College International Scholarship Application Form

Eligible Programs

Fall 2026 Eligible Programs Winter 2027 Eligible Programs
  Animal Grooming (H133) **Haileybury Campus
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) (H112) Timmins Campus
Computer Engineering Technician (T100) Timmins Campus
Cybersecurity (T200) Timmins Campus
Electrical Engineering Technician (T007) Timmins Campus
Electrical Engineering Technology (T074) Timmins Campus
Heavy Equipment Techniques (T093) Timmins Campus
Mechanical Technician - Industrial Millwright (T122) Timmins Campus
Mechanical Techniques - Industrial Millwright (T094) Timmins Campus
Medical Laboratory Technician (H150) Timmins Campus
Mining Engineering Technician (Haileybury) (M007) ** Haileybury Campus
Mining Engineering Technician (Timmins) (M053) ** Timmins Campus
Motive Power Technician—Heavy Equipment (T121) Timmins Campus
Paramedic (H099) Timmins Campus
Personal Support Worker (H139) Haileybury Campus
Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training (T085) ** Timmins Campus
Practical Nursing - Haileybury (H129) Haileybury Campus
Veterinary Assistant (H057) Haileybury Campus
Veterinary Technician (H058) Haileybury Campus
Veterinary Technology - Wildlife Rehabilitation (H134) Haileybury Campus
Animal Grooming (H133) ** Haileybury Campus
Cybersecurity (T200) Timmins Campus
Companion Animal Physical Rehabilitation**
Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced
Diplomas and Degrees (H162W) Timmins Campus
Veterinary Technician (H058W) Haileybury Campus
  Please note: Programs marked with ** are not eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). For more information, please refer to: Programs Available to International Students
Application Deadlines
  • Fall 2026 Intake: August 31, 2026
  • Winter 2027 Intake: December 31, 2026
How it Works
  • Students who meet the eligibility criteria and submit the application form by the deadline will receive $1,000 CAD in their first semester
  • An additional $1,000 CAD will be applied in the second semester if the student completes their first semester with no failed courses

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