Associate Degree in Arts - North Island College (NIC)

Eligibility to Canada’s Post Graduation Work Permit allows students to have an open work permit and work in Canada for 1 - 3 years after graduation. Take advantage of NIC’s dual and/or guaranteed admission agreements with BC universities to make your transfer smooth and hassle-free! Students in associate degree program will complete up to 20 courses (about 60 credits) in first and second year university level. You can continue your studies by transferring to universities directly after NIC.

Under the British Columbia Council of Admission and Transfer (BCCAT), NIC students have pathways to universities across British Columbia.

Universities with a Guaranteed Admission Agreement or a Dual Admission Agreement:

• University of Victoria
• Emily Carr University of Arts and Design
• University of Northern British Columbia
• Vancouver Island University
• Other universities in British Columbia that accept NIC students
• University of British Columbia
• Simon Fraser University
• Thompson Rivers University
• Capilano University

Students may also transfer to universities in other provinces with prior planning.

NIC is currently building an on-campus residence which will be available in 2025. NIC campuses are among the residential areas of the community, making off-campus accommodation accessible to students.