Northern College is a multi-campus college in Northeastern Ontario offering career-focused post-secondary programs, on-site, distance, and hybrid options.
Northern College's mission is to empower learners and communities through education and innovation, collaborating to develop programming that prepares graduates for success in a changing world. Its vision is to be a catalyst for growth and innovation, building capacity and sustainability in our communities and beyond. The college has a Strategic Plan for 2025 – 2030.
Northern College has four campuses located throughout Northeastern Ontario in Timmins, Haileybury, Kirkland Lake, and Moosonee. Each campus has exercise rooms or a gymnasium, a cafeteria or common areas, and a library. Wellness Centres are available at the Haileybury, Kirkland Lake, Moosonee, and Timmins campuses, and residences are listed at the Haileybury and Timmins campuses.
Northern College's post-secondary programs cover Business and Office Administration, Community Services, Engineering Technology and Trades, Health Sciences and Emergency Services, Veterinary Sciences, and Welding Engineering Technology. The college describes its programs as hands-on, practical and career-focused. Education is offered on-site, through distance, and in hybrid formats. Free Academic Upgrading and no-cost Community Employment Services are also available to learners and job seekers of all backgrounds and skill levels.
The Innovation Hub connects businesses and entrepreneurs with faculty and students to conduct product development, prototyping, and more in a state-of-the-art applied research centre.
Northern College accepts applications for College Diploma and Certificate programs through OCAS, and international applicants apply through OCAS International. Mature student admission is available, and competitive programs give merit-based priority. Pre-Admissions Testing is also part of the admission routes.