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College of the North Atlantic

Conception Bay South, Newfoundland and Labrador, CanadaCollege / Polytechnic

College of the North Atlantic is Newfoundland and Labrador's public college, offering skills training, diploma and degree programs across the province.

  • Public college serving Newfoundland and Labrador
  • History dating back more than 60 years
  • 17 campuses plus online learning
  • Nearly 8,000 students enrolled each year
  • More than 100 full-time programs offered
  • Six schools of study

About

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) is Newfoundland and Labrador's public college. It delivers hands-on learning, skills training, applied research, and student support through campuses and communities across the province. CNA is one of the largest post-secondary educational and skills training centres in Atlantic Canada, with a history dating back more than 60 years.

Academics

CNA offers more than 100 full-time diploma, post-diploma, advanced diploma, certificate, and applied degree programs. It has six schools of study: Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism; Business & Information Technology; Engineering Technology; Health Sciences; Natural Resources & Industrial Trades; and Sustainable Development. The School of Sustainable Development is a new school focused on sustainability, environmental stewardship and community impact.

Campus & Facilities

CNA has 17 campuses throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, and it also offers online learning. Students can access education and training closer to home. Services listed include student housing, child care centres, counselling services, a health and dental plan, accessibility services, sexual violence support, the Registrar's Office, and co-operative education. CNA recognizes the lands on which its campuses are situated as traditional territory of the Beothuk, Mi'kmaq, Innu and Inuit.

Admissions

Canadian applicants can use a standard online application, apply through competitive entry for limited-seat programs, or meet the English language proficiency requirement. International applicants use a standard application.

Research & Community

CNA supports innovation and collaboration through applied research, employer connections, and partnerships that respond to the needs of the province. It plays an important role in student success, workforce development, community growth, and applied innovation.

Founded
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College / Polytechnic
Courses
22
Total intake
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Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources