How to Apply

Applying to NAC credit courses can be easy if you follow the steps below. You can print out all the forms you need from this web site by clicking on the links, or visit your local adult educator or registrar to get an application package.

If you wish to register in non-credit, personal development and general interest courses, you do not need to follow the application procedure below. Simply register in person with your local adult educator or Department of Continuing Education.

Application Procedure:

1) Choose your program

Visit your local adult educator or registrar to get information about programs offered at Nunavut Arctic College. They can help you find out what programs are available in your community and your regional campus.

Or, go to the Program Information section of this Web site. There you will find a complete listing of every program offered at the College, and if it is currently available or will be offered soon. Click on the program that interests you. Read and print out the program description and course information.

NOTE: Some programs require extra paperwork to be admitted, such as a recent medical examination Statement of Health or an RCMP Security Form.

2) Fill in the application

Pick up an application form package from any Community Learning Centre in Nunavut. You can also get the forms you need from your high school counsellor, or your local adult educator. Or, click here to open and print out an application form.

There are a number of parts to an application.

The Application Form

If you are applying for admission to a Credit program (as listed in the Nunavut Arctic College Calendar on this website), complete this form and follow all of the instructions. You must fill out all parts of this form.

Transcripts or Educational Assessment

In addition to an application form, applicants with high school credits or post-secondary education must arrange with the school(s) at which they studied to have a copy of their transcript(s) mailed to Nunavut Arctic College. Transcripts should be sent to the same address as the application form.

Applicants who believe that their past post-secondary education or other experience may qualify them for credit toward Nunavut Arctic College courses may also submit an Application for Transfer Credits or Challenge Credits form at this time. See Credit Transfer and Prior Learning section for more information.

Applicants who do not meet the academic program admission requirements will be required to write an educational assessment test. See the Educational Assessments section for more information, or contact your nearest Community Learning Centre or campus registrar for more details.

Application For Housing

If you are required to study outside of your home community, you can apply for housing. But apply early -- housing is limited. Print out the Housing Application Form and include it (and any required references) with your application.

Letter of Intent

Attach a one page explanation of why you are interested in the program you have chosen.

Three Letters of Reference

Applicants need three letters of reference to be submitted with their application. People such as an Adult Educator, School Principal, teachers or former employers are all suitable references. Print out the Applicant Reference Form and have your references fill it in, or have them write a separate letter.

Note: additional information required for the following courses:

Interpreter Translator: I/T Language Test.

Nunavut Teacher Education: Statement of Health, Immunization Schedule, RCMP Security Form, Résumé.

Management Studies: Interview may be required.

Fine Arts & Crafts: Interview may be required, Portfolio (optional).

Environmental Tech: Physical Examination, Firearms Certificate.

Human Services: RCMP Security Form, Interview.

3) Submit Your Application Form

Mail, fax or drop off your application to the closest campus or Community Learning Centre offering the program or courses you wish to attend. If you have any questions, contact the registrar at the campus closest to you, at the phone, fax or email addresses listed below.

Kivalliq Campus
PO Bag 002
Rankin Inlet, NU
X0C 0G0 (867) 645-5505 - phone
(867) 645-2516 - fax
kivalliq@nac.nu.ca

Kitikmeot Campus
PO Box 54
Cambridge Bay, NU
X0B 0C0
(867) 983-4111 - phone
(867) 983-4106 - fax
kitikmeot@nac.nu.ca

Nunatta Campus
PO Box 600
Iqaluit, NU X0A 0H0
(867) 979-7222 – phone
1-866-979-7222 – toll free phone
(867) 979-7103 - fax
nunatta@nac.nu.ca

4) Acknowledgement of Receipt and Follow Up

You will receive a letter to acknowledge that your application has been received. This letter will identify any additional information or documentation that may be required. You will be contacted if an interview is needed. Some programs require interviews. Others do not.

5) Letter of Acceptance

Once the College has obtained all of the necessary documents and results of required assessments or interviews, you will be contacted to let you know that you have:

• been accepted, with information on how to proceed with registration, or
• not been accepted, but recommended for Nunavut Arctic College basic education or preparatory courses, or
• not been accepted, with an explanation.

6) Registration for Courses

Registration in credit courses takes place in person after you have been accepted. Students accepted into programs will be given course registration instructions.