International Students

International Applications

International students are an important and vital part of the NAIT community, and NAIT Admissions works hard each year to ensure a diverse class of students from around the world. You are considered to be an international applicant if you are not a citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.

When to Apply – Full-Time Day Programs

Program start date
Accepting Applications as of 
International application deadline
Fall Semester (August or September)
October 1 of previous year
May 1 for most programs
Winter Semester (January)
October 1 of previous year
Until the program is full

Example: Applications will be accepted beginning October 1, 2009 for programs starting in Fall 2010.

Note: You should apply as early as possible. The admission of international applicants is competitive and the available seats are limited. The length of time needed to get a study permit can vary depending on which country you are coming from.

When to Apply – Full-Time Continuing Education Programs

Most Continuing Education programs have start dates each September, January and May. You should apply approximately 3 to 4 months before your planned start date to allow enough processing time for your study permit.

Note: The length of time needed to get a study pemit can vary depending on which country you are coming from. Please contact the nearest Canadian Embassy/Consulate.

Please contact askNAIT@nait.ca for further registration information.

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