Our digital and printed materials will help you explore programs and understand the application process. If you’d like us to send you resources, please email futurestudents@nic.bc.ca.
NIC Planning Resources
High School Dual Credit
These early entry opportunities allow high school students to complete university-level courses and provincially approved trades training while still in high school. Receive credit toward your Grade 12 graduation requirements as well as NIC credit toward a degree, diploma or trades credential. Learn more about Dual Credit and Youth Train in Trades opportunities.
Financial Aid & Awards
Post-secondary education is a big investment. Once you’ve applied to NIC, our Financial Aid Advisors are here to help you apply for student loans, create a budget and find other funding sources. As an NIC student, you can also apply for over 500K in awards and bursaries with only one application through the North Island College Foundation.
Military / Canadian Forces
NIC’s partnership with the Department of National Defence provides Canadian Forces members and their dependents access to support and services to achieve post-secondary success. Our advisor will review your military training to assess your eligibility for credit toward NIC certificate/diploma or associate degree requirements. Learn more about opportunities for Canadian Forces Members or contact NIC’s educational/military advisor. military@nic.bc.ca
Study Abroad
Whether you're a university studies, business, tourism, nursing or human services student, you can travel the world and expand your education with NIC. Your field of study and learning goals will help you decide how to make Study Abroad part of your educational journey.
Work-Integrated Learning
Work while you learn. Some business and tourism programs include co-op or internships as part of the curriculum, allowing you to gain experience and course credits at the same time.
Future Student Guides
Future Student Guide
Indigenous Ed Handbook
International Student Guide - Undergraduate
International Student Guide - Postgraduate
Programs at a Glance Brochure
Arts, Science and Management Guide
Health Human Services Guide
Trades and Technical Guide
External Planning Resources
EducationPlannerBC
Plan your education, search for options and apply to programs all through EducationPlannerBC.
BC Transfer Guide
Are you wondering if the courses you want to take at NIC are transferable? Have you taken courses at other BC Post-secondary institutions that may transfer to NIC? Check out the BC Transfer Guide.
Post Secondary BC
A centralized place to explore post-secondary opportunities in BC
Skilled Trades BC
Explore trades and technical training including apprenticeships in BC.
