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Application Process

Applying to a post-secondary institution can feel daunting and overwhelming, but at NVIT, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our goal is to empower learners to honour the past and take charge of their future. Below, you’ll find a clear outline of the steps needed to complete your registration at NVIT, helping to make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible.

Step 1: Choose Your Program

Browse through our programs to see what we offer. Admission requirements vary from one program to another, so be sure to read the list of requirements for your chosen program.

If you are still uncertain about any of the requirements or need more information, please contact Admission and Registration Services at 1-877-682-3300 or info@nvit.ca.

Step 2: Submit Your Application

Fill out an application

You can apply online at Education Planner BC or download the application form.

If you decide to fill out the form, you can submit your application to the Office of the Registrar in person, by mail, fax, or email at info@nvit.ca.

MERRITT CAMPUS

Office of the Registrar
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
4155 Belshaw St.
Merritt, BC V1K 1R1

Fax: 250-378-3332

METRO VANCOUVER CAMPUS

Office of the Registrar
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
4355 Mathissi Pl.
Burnaby, BC V5G 4S8

Fax: 604-602-3400

Submit your Transcripts and other Supporting Documents

Aside from the application form, before we can confirm your admission, NVIT must receive your official transcripts (an official record of your grades) from high school or other educational institutes you have attended.

Arrange to have your official transcripts sent directly to NVIT from your high school and any post-secondary institutions you have attended. Transcripts faxed directly from other institutions to NVIT are acceptable.

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

Transfer Credit

Some programs require other supporting documentation be included with your application. Details of the supporting documents that are required can be found under program information on our website or in this calendar.

If you have attended another college or university, you may have some courses or credits that are transferable.

To have previous course work evaluated for transfer credit, complete and submit the Application for Transfer Credit form to NVIT.  Include your official transcript from the college or university attended.

If the transfer credit you are requesting is not part of a transfer agreement on BCTransferGuide, you will also need to attach course outlines for the courses you are seeking transfer.

Should you require assistance with this process, please contact NVIT’s Academic and Financial Planning services.

Step 3: Receive a Letter from NVIT

Receive an Offer Letter

You will receive either a Conditional Offer Letter or a Full Offer Letter by email from the Registrar’s Office.

a) Conditional Offer Letter

You will receive a conditional offer letter if any proof of admission requirements for your program of choice are missing. The missing requirement(s) will be outlined in your conditional offer letter. If you are uncertain about any of these requirements or need more information, please contact Enrolment Services for support.

b) Full Offer Letter and/or Eligible to Register Letter

Once you have met or satisfied all admission requirements, you may receive a Full Offer Letter if registration is not yet open. If registration is open, you will receive an Eligible to Register Letter. Both these letters confirm that all of the admission requirements have been met. You will have the ability to register in your courses and secure your seat in the program.

Register in your courses

Accepting the offer into a program does not mean you are automatically enrolled in your classes. The Eligible to Register Letter provides instructions to register in your classes online through NVIT Self-Service.

If you are uncertain about how to register online or need more information, or what courses you need to take, please connect with our Academic and Financial Planners or call Enrollment Services at 1-877-682-3300 (toll free).

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Application Review

Offers of admission will be made based on the order in which applications are completed (all required documents are received). Therefore, particularly for programs with high demand, applicants are encouraged to apply and provide all necessary documents as early as possible. Students who may be eligible for transfer credits are also advised to allow at least 8 weeks from the time the application is completed for these credits to be evaluated.

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Application Deadlines

June 30 Immediate Entry Bursary
July 31 General Applications for Fall Term*
August 15 Entrance Awards
November 30 General Applications for Spring Term*
March 30 Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program
March 31 Year-End Internal Awards

*Application deadlines vary by program. Please check the specific program page for details. If seats are available, applications will be accepted until the program start date.

The Entrance Awards application deadline has been EXTENDED to September 5, 2025.

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