How to Apply (Canadian/Permanent Residents)

Select a Program and Campus location by researching options on our Full-Time Programs page. You may apply for up to 2 programs.

Once you have made your decision, take note of the following program details:

• Official program name
• Campus location or Online delivery
• When it is being offered (Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer)

Review the Program Admission Profile associated with your program of choice and ensure you meet, or demonstrate that you’re working towards meeting, the requirements identified in that profile.

• Official High School transcript of marks is required for all Profiles with the exception of Profile F. (Please note that a copy of your high school diploma does not meet requirements).
• Profile F applicants submit an official post-secondary transcript of marks.
• Other required document may include GED Diploma, Adult High School Diploma or proof of English Language Proficiency.
• Applicants with a modified or adjusted curriculum plan indicated on their high school transcript will be referred to our Special Admissions pathway.
• Applicants who do NOT meet program admission profile requirements, who are 21 years of age or older, may apply via our Mature Student pathway.
• Once your application is submitted, refer to Step 7 for instructions on submitting required documents demonstrating how you meet, or are in the process of meeting, the program admission requirements.

Seat availability changes quickly throughout the application period. All applicants should check the status of available seats, or waitlisted programs, prior to applying. Refer to our Seats Available page for more information.

• Be prepared to pay the $50 (non-refundable) Application fee in order to complete and submit your application.
• Watch your email for updates on your application and your Letter of Acceptance (LOA). The $250 confirmation deposit is due 14 days from the date your LOA is issued.
• Review Tuition and Fees associated with studying full-time at NBCC. For a full list of Payment Options visit our website.
• Check out NBCC’s Student Awards Program to find out how to apply for Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.

• Record Your Application Account Info: To update or access your application account you will need to recall the email address used to apply, password, and answers to standard security questions created at account setup.
• Contact Information: Address, Phone, Email. It is important to provide an active email address as all NBCC Admissions communications regarding your application will be sent via email.
• High School Information:
  • Name of High School and dates attended (e.g.: September 2000 to June 2004)
  • Official transcript sent via email, mail or dropped off in person (see Step 7)
• GED or Adult High School Diploma: If High School studies were not completed proof of completion of GED or AHSD is required.
• Post-Secondary Information:
  • Name of institution attended
  • Years attended
  • Level achieved, or years of partial completion
  • Official transcript sent via email, mail or dropped off in person (see Step 7)
• Official Program Name, Campus and Start Term: This is the important information researched and noted in Step 1.

In the coming months, NBCC will transition to a new application portal. This change will take effect for students submitting applications for programs starting in Winter 2026 and beyond.

For details on submitting your application, please choose the intake you are applying for below.

Required documents can be uploaded as you complete your online application. Transcripts will be reviewed for authenticity and typically bear the issuing institution’s seal, stamp, or imprint and the original signature of the issuer.

• High School, or Secondary School, transcript(s).
• High School, or Secondary School, Diploma or Leaving Certificate. If your transcript does not indicate program completion, we require additional documentation to demonstrate proof of completion.
• Post-Secondary transcript(s).
• Permanent Resident applicants presenting credentials from Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Gambia please see information on submitting WAEC and/or NECO results.

Documents submitted in languages other than English must be accompanied by notarized English translations.

For additional details, please choose the intake you are applying for below:

As part of NBCC’s First Qualified, First Accepted admissions process, qualified applicants who apply first will be admitted first. To do so, applicants must submit a complete application package that will be time-stamped upon receipt [see ADMISSIONS POLICY (pdf)].

Grade 11 applicants please check here for additional information.

State of Maine applicants please check here for additional information. 

Congratulations on your offer of admission! Check out the next steps to confirm your seat today.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the NBCC Community.