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Georgian College

Known for exceptional co-op programs and industry partnerships.

Georgian College is a leader in experiential learning, offering one of the largest co-op programs in Ontario. With multiple campuses across the province, Georgian provides students with hands-on experience and strong connections to industry partners.

Key facts

Location: Barrie, Ontario, CA

Founded: 1967 · Students: 13,000+ · Programs: 150+

Tuition per year: $15,000 - $18,000 CAD/year

Intakes: September, January, May

English requirement: IELTS 6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5)

Application fee: $100 CAD

Facts last verified 31 October 2026

Highlights

  • One of Ontario's largest co-op programs
  • 7 campus locations across Ontario
  • Strong automotive and technology programs
  • Dedicated international student support
  • Career-focused curriculum with 94% graduate employment rate

Popular programs

  • Computer Programming
  • Business Administration
  • Automotive Business
  • Health Sciences
  • Hospitality & Tourism

PGWP-eligible programs

  • Addictions and Mental Health — Postgraduate
  • Applied Artificial Intelligence — Diploma
  • Artificial Intelligence – Leadership and Management — Postgraduate
  • Aviation Management — Advanced Diploma
  • Big Data Analytics — Postgraduate
  • Biotechnology – Health — Diploma
  • Business – Agriculture — Diploma
  • Carpentry and Renovation Techniques — Certificate
  • Child and Youth Care — Advanced Diploma
  • Civil Engineering Technician — Diploma
  • Civil Engineering Technology — Advanced Diploma
  • Communicative Disorders Assistant — Postgraduate
  • Community Crisis and Suicide Response — Postgraduate
  • Computer Programming — Diploma
  • Computer Programming and Analysis — Advanced Diploma
  • Computer Systems Technician – Cloud Technologies — Diploma
  • Construction Techniques — Certificate
  • Culinary Skills — Certificate
  • Cybersecurity Technician — Diploma
  • Developmental Services Worker — Diploma
  • Early Childhood Education — Diploma
  • Electrical Engineering Technician — Diploma
  • Electrical Engineering Technology — Advanced Diploma
  • Electrical Techniques — Certificate
  • Electromechanical Engineering Technician – Mechatronics — Diploma
  • Electromechanical Engineering Technology – Mechatronics — Advanced Diploma
  • Environmental Technician — Diploma
  • Environmental Technology — Advanced Diploma
  • Fitness and Health Promotion — Diploma
  • Food and Nutrition Management — Postgraduate
  • Game – Design and Simulation — Diploma
  • Game – Development — Advanced Diploma
  • Gas Technician — Certificate
  • Golf Industry Management — Diploma
  • Graphic Design — Advanced Diploma
  • Graphic Design Production — Diploma
  • Health Informatics — Postgraduate
  • Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician — Diploma
  • Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (Automotive Management) — Bachelor's Degree
  • Honours Bachelor of Counselling Psychology — Bachelor's Degree
  • Honours Bachelor of Interior Design — Bachelor's Degree
  • Honours Bachelor of Science – Nursing — Bachelor's Degree
  • Massage Therapy — Advanced Diploma
  • Mechanical Engineering Technology — Advanced Diploma
  • Mechanical Technician – Precision Tooling, Machining, and CNC — Diploma
  • Mechanical Techniques – Marine Engine Mechanic — Certificate
  • Medical Laboratory Assistant — Certificate
  • Medical Laboratory Technology — Advanced Diploma
  • Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant — Diploma
  • Personal Support Worker — Certificate
  • Pharmacy Technician — Diploma
  • Plumbing Techniques — Certificate
  • Practical Nursing — Diploma
  • Pre-health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees — Certificate
  • Project Management – Information Technology — Postgraduate
  • Social Service Worker — Diploma
  • Therapeutic Recreation — Postgraduate
  • Veterinary Assistant — Certificate
  • Veterinary Technician — Diploma
  • Welding Techniques — Certificate

Frequently asked questions

How much is tuition at Georgian College?

Tuition for international students is $15,000 - $18,000 CAD/year.

What are the intakes at Georgian College?

Georgian College admits students in September, January, May.

What is the English requirement at Georgian College?

IELTS 6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5).

What is the application fee at Georgian College?

The application fee is $100 CAD.

Which Georgian College programs are PGWP-eligible?

60 programs are listed as PGWP-eligible. View the PGWP program list.

Is a Student Direct representative available for Georgian College?

Yes.

How do I apply to Georgian College?

Create a free Student Direct profile at https://firststep.studentdirectedu.com, choose your program and intake, and Student Direct will guide your application to Georgian College.

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