College of New Caledonia

About

Located in Prince George, Canada, the College of New Caledonia is a public post-secondary institution renowned for its strong applied career programs, trades training, and university transfer pathways. The college offers numerous diploma, certificate, and associate degree programs designed to provide practical, hands-on learning that directly connects students to regional and global job markets. International students benefit from a dedicated International Education department that assists with everything from study permits and housing to cultural transition and academic advising. A distinctive characteristic of the college is its location in the geographic center of British Columbia, offering international students an authentic, close-knit Canadian community surrounded by stunning wilderness while still providing robust student support services and English as a Second Language (ESL) pathways.

Background

The College of New Caledonia (CNC) is a post-secondary educational institution that serves the residents of the Central Interior of British Columbia. CNC operates six campuses in Prince George, Burns Lake, Fort St. James, Mackenzie, Quesnel and Vanderhoof. CNC offers small class sizes, not in excess of 37 students, as mandated by their faculty agreement. During the 2022-23 year, CNC had 6,610 students, with 5,135 domestic and 1,475 international students. Out of all full-time equivalent (FTE) students, roughly 40% were international in 2023-2024. Changes in Canadian immigration rules for international students will lead to an expected decline in 2024-25 according to College presidents.

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