Apply for a Program
The Program Application Deadline for Fall 2022 is July 31, 2022. Applications received after this date will be processed for a subsequent semester.
Step 1: CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAM & APPLY
Select a program that meets your interests and goals.
- The online application does not accept applications for Advanced Standing . You must submit applicable exemption/credit transfer or prior learning assessment applications, along with supporting documentation, for consideration after acceptance into the program.
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- Business Administration - Accounting
- Business Administration - General
- Business Administration - Marketing
- Business Administration - Human Resource Management
- Business Management - Human Resource Management - (Year 3 of the online program is offered on a part time basis only)
- Executive Office Management
- Early Childhood Education
- Medical Office Management
- Records and Information Management
- Rehabilitation Assistant (OTA and PTA) (Currently not accepting applications)
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Video Game Art and Design
Step 2: CHECK ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Review the entrance requirements by clicking your program and selecting +Description.
Step 3: SUBMIT HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT OR EQUIVALENCY
Submit an official transcript of high school marks, or high school equivalency marks, to DL Admissions:
- Email: dladmissions@cna.nl.ca
- Fax: 709-466-4640
- Request to have a copy of your high school transcript from the Newfoundland & Labrador government website forwarded to DL Admissions.
- Mail:
Distributed Learning Service
College of the North Atlantic
69 Pleasant Street
Clarenville, NL A5A 1V9
Students who are applying under the mature student clause may be considered on an individual basis as per the College's admissions procedures .
Step 4: PAY APPLICATION FEE
When applying online, an application fee is required to process your application using either Visa or MasterCard. If payment is not made at this time, your application will be deleted. If submitting a paper application, payment must be included.
- $30 for Canadian applicants
- $100 for International applicants
Regulations & Requirements
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For detailed regulations related to Admissions visit the CNA website under Admission Regulations
For detailed information on qualifying for a diploma or transcript, credit for prior learning, grade point marking system, etc., visit the CNA Website under Academic Regulations
Review the entrance requirements by clicking your program below and selecting +Description.
- Art & Design Essentials
- Atlantic Trades Business Seal
- Business Administration - Accounting
- Business Administration - General
- Business Administration - Human Resource Management
- Business Administration - Marketing
- Business Management- Human Resource Management (Year 3 of the online program is offered on a part-time basis only)
- Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition
- Executive Office Management
- Office Administration - Medical
- Office Administration - Records and Information Management
- Early Childhood Education
- Journalism (Post Diploma)
- Rehabilitation Assistant (OTA and PTA)
- Information Management (Post-Diploma)
- Tourism & Hospitality Services
- Video Game Art and Design
Eligible applicants will receive an acceptance package via the email address provided on your application. In this package, you will find a Confirmation Form which must be completed and returned to confirm your acceptance in the online program.
- Complete all sections and return the form to the Admissions Office.
- Pay the $99.00 Confirmation Fee (non-refundable) by the date specified on your letter.
If you do not receive your package within five business days after applying, please contact Admissions by emailing dlsadmissions@cna.nl.ca and allow three business days for a reply.
Ineligible applicants will be notified via email of your options.
NOTE: You will not receive an acceptance package through the postal mail.
The Transfer guide is published annually by the Department of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour. It provides a list of course/block transfers available to students who are transferring credits from one institution to another within the public post-secondary system. For more information visit the CNA website under Transfer Guide
Please visit the CNA website under International Students .