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International Students

International Getting Started

What you need before you apply

Review language and academic requirements, age expectations, country-specific admission details, and post-graduation work permit information before starting your application.

Plan Ahead

Timelines, supporting documents, and country-specific rules can affect how quickly you can complete your application.

Before You Apply

Core admission requirements

These are the main areas international students should review first to understand whether they are ready to apply and what documents or scores may be needed.

Language Requirements

Results for language proficiency tests typically take about 2 weeks to a month once taken. Please plan accordingly.

All international students must meet the college's English proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The college will accept most internationally recognized tests of English proficiency.

  • CAEL: 60
  • TOEFL:
    • Paper-based: 550
    • Internet-based: 79
    • Computer-based: 213 or equivalent
  • IELTS Academic: Overall band score of 6.0
  • Duolingo English Test: 105–110
  • Pearson PTE Academic English Test: 53
  • Language Cert Academic English Test: 65 or greater in each skill

If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English proficiency test will not be required.

Refer to "Countries Exempt from Language Requirements" for a list of countries that are exempt from the language requirements as the official language of instruction is English.

Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above, therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the Academic Calendar .

Countries Exempt from Language Requirements

If you are a citizen of one of the countries listed below where English is an official language of instruction, you may be exempt:

Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Australia
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Bermuda
Botswana
British Virgin Islands
Cameroon
Canada (except Quebec)
Cayman Islands
Dominica
England
Eswatini
Fiji
Gambia
Ghana
Gibraltar
Grenada
Guyana
Ireland, Northern
Ireland, Republic of
Jamaica
Kenya
Lesotho
Liberia
Malawi
Malta
Mauritius
Montserrat
Namibia
New Zealand
Nigeria
Papua New Guinea
St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Scotland
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Singapore
Solomon Islands
South Africa
Tanzania
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Turks and Caicos Islands
Uganda
United Kingdom
United States of America
Vanuatu
Wales
Zambia
Zimbabwe

Age Requirements

To apply to CNA, international students must be at least 17 years of age.

Academic Requirements

Each program has specific entrance requirements, outlined on the program detail pages. All applicants must submit the latest transcript of marks, which will be assessed individually.

Country-Specific Special Requirements

Credential:

Required Document/s:

Required Scores:

Documents required are listed by country. Eligibility is based on subjects studied, grades achieved, and language proficiency. Completion of the credentials listed does not guarantee admission.

Programs Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

A Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows students to work in Canada to gain Canadian work experience after they complete their studies. Eligible students can apply for a PGWP after receiving confirmation of program completion. The length of the PGWP depends on the length of your program of study. Learn more about PGWP eligibility

(PGWP) Eligible Programs

Agriculture Technician Co-op
CIP Code: 1.0000
Carpenter
CIP Code: 46.0201
Cook
CIP Code: 12.0500
Graphic Design
CIP Code: 50.0409
Heating Systems Technician
CIP Code: 47.0201
Heavy Equipment Operator Entry
CIP Code: 49.0202
Hydrogen Technician
CIP Code: 47.0799
Machinist
CIP Code: 48.0501
Mental Health & Addictions
CIP Code: 51.1599
Mining Engineering Technician
CIP Code: 14.2101
Personal Care Attendant
CIP Code: 51.2602
Plumber
CIP Code: 46.0503
Power Engineering Technology
CIP Code: 14.4802
Practical Nursing
CIP Code: 51.3901
Software Development Co-op
CIP Code: 11.0201
Solar PV Installer
CIP Code: 47.0703
Steamfitter/Pipefitter Entry
CIP Code: 46.0502
Welder
CIP Code: 48.0508
Wind Turbine Technician
CIP Code: 47.0704
Need Help?

Contact an international admissions coordinator

If you need support with your application path, documents, or general next steps, connect with the international admissions team.

Coordinator Contact Details

If you require personalized support during your application process, you can connect with our International Student Coordinator:

International Student Coordinator
Student Services Division
College of the North Atlantic
1 Prince Philip Drive
P.O. Box 1693
St. John's, NL
Canada A1C 5P7
Application Forms & Inquiries

Application forms are available from:

  • The International Student Coordinator (contact details at left)
  • Canadian Education Centre offices
  • Approved international student services agents

For general inquiries about CNA programs and services, please contact us.

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