Admissions
The admission and registration information presented here is general. Individual programs may have specific requirements, which are usually outlined on the program’s page on the College website.
The applicant is responsible for ensuring that all admission prerequisites are met for the program to which s/he is applying, and for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all Application and Registration documents.
Note: Admission into all programs at NLC is based on the order in which applicants successfully complete all admission prerequisites for the individual program. Many programs have a maximum number of seats available unless formal partnership agreements specify other arrangements; therefore, applicants are encouraged to complete any prerequisites and pay the required program deposit as soon as possible in order to improve their chance of securing a seat in the desired program.
Once a program is filled, a call list will be kept, in case additional seats become available.
General Admissions
Canadian citizens or landed immigrants who are applying for admission into the following programs must meet one of the following criteria in order to be admitted:
Academic and Career Programs
Graduation from a B.C. secondary school, or
Completion of standing equivalent to graduation from a B.C. secondary school, or
Deficient in no more than two courses from a B.C. secondary school graduation, which, if available, must be completed while attending College, or
For certain programs, acceptable by special arrangement in view of the applicant’s experience, maturity, or ability.
Career and College Preparation/Upgrading Programs
Seventeen years of age, and out of school for at least one year, or by special arrangement with the School District, or
18 years or older
There is no maximum age for Career and College Preparation.
Vocational and Dual Credit Programs
Grade 10 completion for many programs; however, some programs require Grade 11 or 12 with specific prerequisite course completion.
Human Development, Education and Care
Complete program and registration documentation for Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) and Education Assistant (EA) programs.
Mature Students
For admission purposes, a mature student is one who is over the age of 19 years, and who has been out of school for at least one year. Adults are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet specified admission prerequisites since other factors, such as maturity and work experience, may be considered.
If you do not meet minimum educational requirements for a desired program you may enter Career and College Preparation (Upgrading) programs to upgrade your skills for the program of your choice. Students must provide official secondary school or post-secondary transcripts to indicate successful completion of admission prerequisites for programs.