College of the North Atlantic Rankings
| Ranking | Category |
|---|---|
| #5399 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1506 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #85 of 101 | In Canada |
| #2 of 2 | In Newfoundland and Labrador |
| #5437 of 5,871 | For Materials Science |
| #5623 of 5,807 | For Organic Chemistry |
| #5880 of 6,296 | For Quantum and Particle physics |
| #6059 of 6,561 | For Chemistry |
| #6139 of 6,729 | For Physics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Enrollment
- 17,000
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- cna.nl.ca
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 100% |
|---|---|
| Academic Calendar | Semesters |
| Enrollment | 17,000 |
| Full time employee | 1,500 |
| Student:staff ratio | 11:1 |
We've calculated the 100% acceptance rate for College of the North Atlantic based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
College of the North Atlantic has published 155 scientific papers with 2,720 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Quantum and Particle physics, Materials Science, Organic Chemistry, Ecology, and Geography and Cartography.
College of the North Atlantic majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 1 | 2 |
| 2001 | 1 | 5 |
| 2002 | 1 | 11 |
| 2003 | 4 | 7 |
| 2004 | 4 | 13 |
| 2005 | 6 | 16 |
| 2006 | 4 | 30 |
| 2007 | 7 | 33 |
| 2008 | 8 | 38 |
| 2009 | 7 | 60 |
| 2010 | 5 | 63 |
| 2011 | 9 | 79 |
| 2012 | 4 | 101 |
| 2013 | 8 | 135 |
| 2014 | 9 | 133 |
| 2015 | 5 | 145 |
| 2016 | 18 | 170 |
| 2017 | 8 | 165 |
| 2018 | 8 | 204 |
| 2019 | 4 | 178 |
| 2020 | 6 | 208 |
| 2021 | 10 | 223 |
| 2022 | 6 | 177 |
| 2023 | 4 | 183 |
| 2024 | 1 | 207 |
| 2025 | 1 | 140 |
Tuition
The tuition table for College of the North Atlantic gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | 3,500 |
| Practical Nursing (PN) | 5,500 |
| Bachelor of Nursing (BN) | 7,500 |
All costs are in Canadian dollars (CAD).
The College of the North Atlantic has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by College of the North Atlantic.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | No | No |
| Business | Yes | No | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | No | No |
| Economics | Yes | No | No |
| Engineering | Yes | No | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | No | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | No | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | No | No |
| Medicine | Yes | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | No | No |
Notable alumni
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Yvonne Jones
- Occupations
- politicianentrepreneurjournalist
- Biography
-
Yvonne Jean Jones is a Canadian politician in Newfoundland and Labrador, who served in the House of Commons of Canada from 2013 to 2025. She represented the district of Labrador as a member of the Liberal Party caucus. On December 2, 2015, she was appointed Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs. Jones is a NunatuKavummiut, a group of Indigenous Canadians, who claim the disputed area of NunatuKavut. She did not seek re-election in 2025.
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Ryan Cleary
- Occupations
- politicianwriterjournalist
- Biography
-
Ronald E. "Ryan" Cleary is a Canadian politician and journalist from Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. He was the Member of Parliament for St. John's South—Mount Pearl from 2011 to 2015.
General information
| Alternative names | CNA |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1997 |
| Motto | We're so much more |
| Colors | light blue, blue |
Location and contacts
| Address | Stephenville Canada |
|---|---|
| Phone | +1 (709) 643 7701 |
| Fax | +1 (709) 643 7808 |