English Language Requirement: To create the best possible learning environment at NVIT, it is critical all students be able to participate in classroom activities and complete written assignments. English is the language of instruction and communication at NVIT; therefore, all applicants must demonstrate fluency in English by fulfilling one of the following options:

• two years of full-time study, at the grade 8 level or higher, with English as the language of instruction. (Studies that are part of an English as a Second Language program cannot be used towards fulfilling this requirement.); or
• successful completion of BC English 11 (or equivalent acceptable to NVIT), with a minimum grade of "C+"; or
• successful completion of a university transferable, post-secondary level English course with a minimum grade of "C"; or
• TOEFL (computer-based) = a minimum score of 213 with a minimum essay score of 4.0; or
• TOEFL (paper-based) = a minimum score of 550 with a minimum Test of Written English (TWE) score of 4.0; or
• Language Proficiency Index (LPI) = a minimum score of 4 within the past two years; or
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) = a minimum score of 6.0 on each of the academic listening, reading, writing, and speaking modules of the exam. 

General Institute Admission Requirements: Admission requirements vary by program. Program-specific admission requirements for NVIT's programs are detailed separately in each program profile in the EducationPlannerBC Search Database.

BC Secondary School Graduate Admission: 

An important part of the application process is to share your full educational history. Before we can confirm your admission, NVIT must receive official transcripts (an official record of your grades) from high school or other educational institutes you have attended.  An official transcript is one that is sealed and sent directly from the institution to NVIT.  Transcripts faxed directly from another institution to NVIT are acceptable.

BC High school transcripts can be requested from the high school, school district office, or the Ministry of Education.

BC Transfer Student Admission: Applicants who have completed equivalent post-secondary level courses at other accredited institutions may be eligible for transfer credit. Please complete the Application for Transfer Credit form and submit to the Office of the Registrar.

Applicants eligible for such credit may be asked to provide detailed course outlines for courses under consideration. Please note, calendar descriptions do not provide enough information to determine equivalencies.

To fulfill residency requirements at NVIT, a minimum of 50% of the credits required for a credential must be completed at NVIT. As well, students wishing to complete a second credential at NVIT, must complete additional courses equal to at least 50% of the total number of credits required for each additional credential.

Applicants eligible for such credit may be asked to provide detailed course outlines for courses under consideration. Please note, calendar descriptions do not provide enough information to determine equivalencies.

To fulfill residency requirements at NVIT, a minimum of 50% of the credits required for a credential must be completed at NVIT. As well, students wishing to complete a second credential at NVIT, must complete additional courses equal to at least 50% of the total number of credits required for each additional credential.

International students interested in attending NVIT should contact the Merritt or Vancouver Campus for information on admission procedures and program availability.

Merritt Campus - Phone: 1-250-378-3300

Vancouver Campus - Phone: 1-604-602-3422

Other Student (including Special Consideration) Admission: Any applicants who require special consideration (such as students with disabilities or international students) must begin the admissions process at least 4 months prior to the start date of classes.