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North Island College - Port Alberni Campus
Port Alberni, British Columbia, Canada
University Overview
North Island College (NIC) is honoured to acknowledge the traditional territories of the combined 35 First Nations of the Nuu-chah-nulth, Kwakwaka’wakw and Coast Salish traditions, on whose traditional and unceded territories the college’s campuses are situated.
North Island College is a comprehensive community college that focuses on student success. We proudly serve more than 9,000 students annually at our four campuses, our learning centre and through online and in-community learning.
NIC was established in 1975 as a primarily distance education institution. It now serves students at Campbell River, Comox Valley, Port Alberni and Mixalakwila campuses, as well as through many in-community programs delivered in partnership with remote communities across 80,000 km2 from Ucluelet on Vancouver Island’s west coast to Bella Coola on the central mainland.
We are distinguished by our commitment to student success through strong partnership agreements with universities and colleges across BC, the US and around the world. NIC has been internationally recognized for its technology-enabled distance learning and responsive in-community programs.
CAD 11000
Living Cost
CAD 12000-17000
Undergraduate
CAD 12000-15000
Graduate
University Facts
Established in 1975
Programmes 6 Available
Total Students 8383+
Total Int. Students 496+
Admission Requirement
The following minimum requirements must be fulfilled to get admitted to North Island College
- International students are considered on case-by-case basis. There can be some additional requirements, depending on the program you are applying to.
- Students are required to submit their original transcripts from their last attended academic institutions. If they are not in English, then submit the translated copies of the same along with the originals.
- Should provide the certificate issued by the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) that compares educational credentials from other countries to educational standards in Canada.
- Applicants must be 18 years old at the time of the beginning of the course.
- You need to submit your English language proficiency test scores if you are coming from a non-English speaking country.
Please note: If you are not a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, you must obtain a valid study permit before you come to Canada.
Minimum IELTS Score
6+
Undergraduate
6+
Graduate
Minimum TOEFL Score
80+
Undergraduate
80+
Graduate
All Programs(6)
Intake
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 100
Application Fee
12mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
55
Min GPA
Intake
Sep 2022, Jan 2023, May 2023
CAD 100
Application Fee
12mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
55
Min GPA
Intake
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 100
Application Fee
12mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
55
Min GPA
Intake
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 100
Application Fee
9mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
55
Min GPA
Intake
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 100
Application Fee
12mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
55
Min GPA
Intake Sep 2023
Jan 2023, May 2023, Sep 2022
CAD 100
Application Fee
24mo
Duration
Test Score
6
IELTS
0
TOEFL
55
Min GPA
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.
Approximate Tuition Fee Per Year
12000 - 17000 Per year
Undergraduate(CAD)
12000 - 15000 Per year
Graduate(CAD)
CAD17709Tuition Fee
CAD11000Living Cost
Comparison with other universities of similar tier
Features
- Academic Counseling
- Accomodation (On Campus)
- Campus Security
- Campus Shuttle
- Career Support
- Co-op Program
- Financial Assistance
- Food & Dining Sevices
- Health Insurance
- Internet Services
- Internship & on-the-job training
- Library Services
- Mental Health Services
- Orientation for new students
- Parking and Transit
- Peer Mentorship
- Recruitment Services
- Scholarships and Awards
- Social and Cultural Events
- Sports & Recreation Facilities
- Student Leaderships
- Student Unions and Associations
- Study & Work Permit
- Tax Information (T2202A)
- Volunteer & Community Outreach Programme
- Work While Studying
- Student Learning Centre
- University Transfer Options
- Continuing Education
- Online learning Programs
- Part Time Programs
- Women Safety and Resources Centre
- International Student Life Centre
- Academic/Career Portals
Students
North Island College has carved a niche for itself owing to the exceptional student services made available to the students. There are a vast number of student services available at North Island College, which help the students both old and new in numerous different ways. The following are a few of them:
Scholarships
NIC IELTS Achievement Awards:
IELTS SCORE | Amount |
7.0 | $500 |
7.5 | $1000 |
8.0 | $1500 |
Scholarships are awarded based on outstanding academic achievement. The NIC Foundation awards hundreds of scholarships each year. As a new, continuing or graduating student, you are eligible to apply. There are also numerous scholarships available through external sources, including unions, service groups, non-profit organizations and employers.
External Scholarships:
- Irving K Barber Bc Scholarship Society
- Transfer Scholarships
- BC Aboriginal Student Award or Aboriginal Teacher Education Award
- International Scholarships
Map and Location
3699 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8E3, Canada
https://www.nic.bc.ca/
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