How to Apply (International)

Step 1: Pick a Program and Confirm Availability

International admission to NBCC can be competitive, and as a result, program availability is subject to change throughout the year. Applicants should note the status of the availability prior to submitting an application.

Step 2: Review Program Admission Requirements

Review the admission requirements needed for your desired program.

• An official high school transcript
• Other post-secondary transcripts (If Applicable)
• Other admission documents required to assess the file (Examples: Proof of Language Requirements, Portfolio, Mature Student Application Form, etc.)

Step 3: Review Tuition and Fees

Review the costs associated with studying full time at NBCC.

• Tuition and Fees
• Scholarships
• $100 Application Fee

Step 4: Submit your Application

Option 1: Apply Online (Recommended)

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If you apply online, you must pay online. The $100 application fee payment is required before submitting your application online. [see PAYMENT OPTIONS]

Note: You can save & return to your application any time during the process prior to submitting it final.

Option 2: Apply By Telephone

Call 1-506-759-6419 (outside North America)

Option 3: Apply In Person

If you are in New Brunswick, Canada you can also apply in person at any of our six NBCC campus locations throughout the province.

If you cannot apply online, contact the College Admissions Services (CAS):

CAS CUSTOMER SUPPORT – To inquire about your application status or if you need assistance with the online Application and/or related payment process, contact CAS at:

1-888-796-NBCC (within North America)
1-506-759-6419 (outside North America)
Send email to: international@nbcc.ca

Applicants from Nigeria, Ghana and Sierra Leone: please see information on submitting WAEC and/or NECO results before completing the application.

Step 5: Submit your Required Documents

Once you submit your online application; if required, go directly to the section to submit your transcripts/documentation.

Submit your official high school, college and/or university transcripts and/or further documentation for admission to certain programs. Transcripts must be translated into English from the High School and/or College and/or University you have attended. Transcripts are considered official ONLY if they are received directly from the institution sealed or sent via email directly to admissions@nbcc.ca. Official documents can also be mailed to: College Admissions Service, 6 Arran Street, Campbellton, NB E3N 1K4

It is important that your transcript of marks demonstrates how you meet, or are in the process of meeting, the program's admission requirements.

Please Note: All submitted documents become the property of NBCC and will not be returned.

Step 6: Review Admission Process

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 ADMISSION PROCESS]

Step 7: Once You've Been Accepted

• Confirm your Acceptance
• Apply for your study permit
• Apply for your study permit using Student Direct Stream Program. (available to students in China, Vietnam, Philippines, and India)
• Review checklist for accepted students.
• DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PROOF OF STUDY VISA APPROVAL:  You must submit proof of study visa approval no later than the last Friday prior to the start date of the term.  If not received by then, you will be automatically WITHDRAWN from your program.  Submit to international@nbcc.ca
• LAST DATE TO COMMENCE CLASSES: For college transition, make all effort to commence classes the first day of the term.  Students cannot commence classes later than the second week in the academic term and no extensions will be entertained.