Top 15 Colleges in Ontario: A Comprehensive Guide to Higher Education in Ontario

06 Sep 2024
Top 15 Colleges in Ontario: A Comprehensive Guide to Higher Education in Ontario | Abroad Cube

Studying in Ontario is a dream experience for International Students, from sky-touching buildings, Lakes, and Forests to beautiful natural picturesque scenes in the upper parts. It's home to reputable universities and colleges like the University of Toronto and McMaster University. Ontario experiences different climates ranging from Hot and Humid to chilling cold in Winter.  

Institution Canada Ranking World Ranking
Humber College 76 5704
Conestoga College 77 5821
Sheridan College 78 5821
Centennial College 79 5905
George Brown College 80 5940
Algonquin College 81 6054
Fanshawe College 94 7204
Seneca College 96 7277
Mohawk College 97 7281
Niagara College 98 7310
Durham College 100 7495
Georgian College 102 7542
Fleming College 109 8223
Loyalist College 126 9110
Lambton College 129 9186

 


 

Humber College

Humber College is a public college in Toronto, Ontario that mainly provides polytechnic education. It was founded in 1967 with O19376943122 DLI number. Moreover, this has 180+ programs. Humber is one of the largest colleges in Canada, with three beautiful state-of-the-art campuses. Its programs allow students to learn through a balance of theoretical and practical knowledge. It also provides a Post Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWP), allowing students to work to gain experience.

The world ranking of Humber College is 5704. However, interested candidates can apply to this college by paying CAD 100 as an application fee. The tuition fee for all courses lies between CAD 12,000 and 28,000. Humber College has campuses in Toronto and nearby only

  1. Humber Lakeshore Campus
  2. Humber North Campus
  3. Orangeville
  4. Toronto
Application Fee C$100
Tuition Fee C$12,000 - C$28,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19376943122
Campuses Humber Lakeshore Campus
Humber North Campus
Orangeville
Toronto
World Ranking 5704
Canada Ranking 76
Programs 180+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Conestoga College

Conestoga College is one of the rapidly growing Colleges in Canada, with more than 25,000 international students in recent years.

Application Fee C$100
Tuition Fee C$13,000 - C$28,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19376158572
Campuses Kitchener
Waterloo
Brantford
Milton
Cambridge
Guelph
Ingersoll
Stratford
World Ranking 5821
Canada Ranking 77
Programs 400+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Sheridan College

Sheridan College is a public college that provides quality education in animation, arts and design, advanced film and television, music theater, business, community studies, liberal arts, applied science and technology, and more. It was founded in 1967 with DLI number O19385946782. Moreover, almost 22,500 students are involved in different study programs over the year.

The world ranking of this college is 5821. The students who want to study there should pay the college a CAD 100 application fee. After paying the application fee, the college will offer you a seat for further intake. If you are sure about the college and want to begin studying there, you can pay your tuition fee of around CAD 13,500 to CAD 33,000, and you can pay it in installments. Here are the campuses of Sheridan College:

  1. Davis at Brampton, Ontario
  2. Hazel McCallion at Mississauga, Ontario
  3. Trafalgar at Oakville, Ontario

The Fort Erie Campus at Sheridan College is NO longer eligible for PGWP-eligible courses due to recent regulations by IRCC. 

Application Fee C$100
Tuition Fee C$13,500 - C$33,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19385946782
Campuses Davis Campus, Brampton
Hazel McCallion Campus, Mississauga
Trafalgar Campus, Oakville
World Ranking 5821
Canada Ranking 78
Programs 200+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Centennial College

Centennial College is the largest public education institute established in 1966. It has 5 campuses only in Canada. Several international students like to study at this college as it provides quality education, and almost 80 languages are spoken on campus. The college is best known for its exemplary teaching, innovative programming, and extensive partnership building.

The world ranking of this college is 5905, and the national ranking is 79. The programs that are taught in this college are offered between CAD 15,000 - and CAD 26,000. Centennial College has a total 5 campuses in Canada, as mentioned below 

  1. Ashtonbee campus in Toronto, Ontario
  2. Downsview at Toronto, Ontario
  3. Progress at Toronto, Ontario
  4. Morningside in Toronto, Ontario
  5. Story Arts campus in Toronto, Ontario
Application Fee C$125 Waived Off
Tuition Fee C$15,000 - C$26,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19394700003
Campuses Main Campus,
Ashtonbee Campus,
Morningside Campus,
Progress Campus,
Story Arts Campus
World Ranking 5905
Canada Ranking 79
Programs 150+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

George Brown College

George Brown College provides a blend of theory and hands-on experience. Moreover, this college was founded in 1967 as it is a public college with the DLI number O19283850612. We prioritize real-world learning and provide students with opportunities to work alongside industry professionals in applied research and field education opportunities. And our industry partnerships mean students get the latest trends and tech they can expect in the field. Not only this, but this college also offers free scholarships to international students. The college also provides accommodation to their students, but you have to pay extra. If students cannot pay accommodation fees, they can pay in installments.

The world ranking of this institute is 5940. The DLI number of George Brown College is O19283850612, and interested candidates have to pay C$110 as an application fee and can reserve their seats in the college. It offers almost 157 courses as it has 3 campuses as mentioned below:

  1. Casa Loma at Toronto, Ontario
  2. Waterfront at Toronto, Ontario
  3. St. James at Toronto, Ontario
Application Fee C$16,274 - C$24,150
Tuition Fee C$110
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19283850612
Campuses St James Campus, Ontario
Casa Loma Campus, Ontario
Waterfront Campus, Ontario
World Ranking 5940
Canada Ranking 80
Programs 150+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Algonquin College

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology was established in 1967. However, it has 200 programs, and you can choose your course according to your qualifications. Despite this, International students experience the Canadian approach to an applied education by studying, working, and collaborating with Algonquin College students and faculty in learning, teaching, and research. 

The world ranking of Algonquin College is 6054, and the national ranking is 81. These are the campuses of Algonquin College.

  1. Ottawa, Ontario
  2. Pembroke, Ontario
  3. Perth, Ontario

Their Algonquin College at CDI College Business is NO longer eligible for PGWP courses.

Application Fee C$16,200 - C$22,000
Tuition Fee C$95
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19358971022
Campuses Ottawa, Ontario
Pembroke, Ontario
Perth, Ontario
World Ranking 6054
Canada Ranking 81
Programs 400+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Fanshawe College

Fanshawe College is a public college established in 1967. It is the most popular college in Canada. They offer over 200 degrees or diplomas and provide the program for 43,000 students annually. Fanshawe College has 60 co-operative education programs. 

However, the World Ranking of this college is 7204, and the DLI number of this college is O19361039982. There are 4 campuses of Fanshawe College located in London, Ontario, and every campus has its specifications. There are primarily famous campuses, such as 

  1. Main Campus in London, Ontario
  2. Downtown Campus in London, Ontario
  3. London South campus in London, Ontario
Application Fee C$100 Waived Off
Tuition Fee C$13,414 - C$41,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19361039982
Campuses London, Ontario
World Ranking 7204
Canada Ranking 94
Programs 200+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

After recent regulations, Fanshawe ILAC Toronto is NO longer eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

 

Seneca College

Seneca College is a public college which was founded in 1967. Whether you choose to study at the Seneca International Academy or another campus location, Seneca remains a leading postsecondary institution in student-focused teaching and learning. Their passionate faculty are respected and well-connected in their fields and care about helping you succeed. We believe that education is more than taking classes, So we provide enriching experiences to further your learning inside and outside the classroom. This college has more than 500 career options as it is mainly famous for animation and art courses.

The world ranking of this college is 7277, and the national ranking is 96. Seneca College has more than 200 programs on four campuses, as mentioned below

  1. York Campus at Toronto, Ontario
  2. Seneca International Academy (SIA) at Markham, Ontario
  3. Newnham Campus in Toronto, Ontario
  4. King Campus at King City, Ontario 
Application Fee C$90
Tuition Fee C$16,000 - C$50,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19395536013
Campuses Toronto, Ontario,
Markham, Ontario
Peterborough, Ontario
King City, Ontario
World Ranking 7277
Canada Ranking 96
Programs 200+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Mohawk College

Mohawk College is a public college founded in 1966, and the DLI number of the college is O19376045902. Over 4,000 students enroll in this college yearly as teachers teach more than 200 programs. At Mohawk College, students will obtain job-ready training and in-school education to enter tomorrow’s workforce. The Post Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) allows students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience.

The world ranking of this college is 7281, and the national ranking is 97. This college has 3 campuses in Canada, which are mentioned below 

  1. Fennell at Hamilton, Ontario
  2. Stoney Creek Campus at Stoney Creek, Ontario
  3. Brantford, Ontario
Application Fee C$100
Tuition Fee C$14,000 - C$26,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19376045902
Campuses Fennell Campus at Hamilton, Ontario
Brantford, Ontario
Stoney Creek, Ontario
World Ranking 7281
Canada Ranking 97
Programs 200+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Niagara College

Niagara College is a public college which was founded in 1998. This college offers more than 90 programs in various fields and has specialized programs for the Medical field. Niagara College offers a range of programs, ensuring that there is something for every student. Niagara College provides a 1-year graduate program and 2-year undergraduate program.

The World Ranking of this college is 7310, and the National Ranking is 98. Due to recent rules, their Niagara College Toronto campus is no longer eligible for PGWP programs. Here are the 3 campuses of Niagara College:

  1. Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
  2. Welland, Ontario
  3. St. Catharines, Ontario
  4. Virgil, Ontario
Application Fee C$100
Tuition Fee C$14,000 - C$23,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19396019469
Campuses Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario
Welland, Ontario
St. Catharines, Ontario
Virgil, Ontario
World Ranking 7310
Canada Ranking 98
Programs 90+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Durham College

Durham College is a public college established in 1967. The world ranking of this college is 7495, the national ranking is 100, and it has a DLI number(of O19361081012). They have three campuses located in

  1. Oshawa, Ontario
  2. Whitby, Ontario
  3. Pickering, Ontario
Application Fee C$100
Tuition Fee C$14,000 - C$19,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19361081012
Campuses Oshawa, Ontario
Pickering, Ontario
Whitby, Ontario
World Ranking 7495
Canada Ranking 100
Programs 150+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Georgian College

Georgian College is a public college of applied art and technology, which was established in 1967 and has a vast space to learn. At Georgian College, they accelerate success through exceptional teaching and learning, innovation, and partnerships. Their mission is to inspire innovation, transform lives, and connect communities through the power of education. They value excellence, community, engagement, integrity, inclusion and sustainability.

The Word Ranking of this college is 7542. There are a total of 7 PGWP-eligible campuses in Canada. Their Georgian College ILAC Toronto campus is NOT eligible for PGWP. 

  1. Barrie at Barrie, Ontario
  2. South Georgian Bay at Collingwood, Ontario
  3. Owen Sound at Owen Sound, Ontario
  4. Orangeville at Orangeville, Ontario
  5. Design and Digital Arts Centre at Barrie, Ontario
  6. Midland at Midland, Ontario
  7. Orillia at Orillia, Ontario
Application Fee C$100
Tuition Fee C$14,290 - C$36,000
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19395677361
Campuses Barrie, Ontario
Bracebridge, Ontario
Midland, Ontario
Orangeville, Ontario
Orillia, Ontario
Owen Sound, Ontario
South Georgian Bay, Ontario
World Ranking 7542
Canada Ranking 102
Programs 130+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Fleming College

Fleming College opened in 1967 as a college of Applied Arts and Technology. As this is a public college, it is also known as Fleming College and is named after Sir Sandford Fleming, a famous Canadian visionary, engineer, and inventor. The college offers more than 75 courses in Arts and Heritage, Business, Health and Wellness, Justice and Community Development, and Trades and Technology to its students.

The world ranking of this college is 8223, whereas the National Ranking is 109. There are four campuses of this college which provide different courses; these are:

  1. Peterborough at Peterborough, Ontario
  2. Frost at Lindsay, Ontario 
  3. Haliburton, Ontario
  4. Cobourg, Ontario

Their Toronto campus is NO longer eligible for Post-Graduate Work Permit.

Application Fee C$100
Tuition Fee C$14,000 - C$29,000 
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19303189722
Campuses  Peterborough, Ontario
Lindsay, Ontario
Haliburton, Ontario
Cobourg, Ontario
World Ranking  8223
Canada Ranking 109
Programs 75+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Loyalist College

The Loyalist College has three campuses located in Ontario. Belleville is the leading and largest campus where most of the programs are. Other campuses are in Port Hope and Bancroft. 

Their Toronto was under a partnership with Toronto Business College. Hence, it is NOT eligible for PGWP anymore. 

Application Fee C$110
Tuition Fee C$16,455 - C$17,026 
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19359011572
Campuses  Belleville, Ontario
Port Hope, Ontario
Bancroft, Ontario
World Ranking  9110
Canada Ranking 126
Programs 70+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

Lambton College

Lambton College is a public college that was founded in 1996. The resource department offers support and enrichment for exceptional students and tutoring for all. With their wide range of sports and clubs, there's an extracurricular opportunity for everyone. The college has a main campus in Sarnia, Ontario. The other two campuses, Lambton College Toronto and Lambton College Mississauga, are NOT eligible for PGWP. 

Application Fee C$150 Waived Off
Tuition Fee C$14,637 - CAD 24,837 
Intakes September, January, May
DLI number O19305293332
Campuses  Sarnia, Ontario
World Ranking  8308
Canada Ranking 129
Programs 54+
Student Direct Stream (SDS) Eligible
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) All programs are Eligible

 

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