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Georgian College
Georgian College
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| Established: 1967 | Campuses: 8 in Canada

Why Choose Georgian College?

Graduate Employment Above Ontario's Provincial Average for 25 Consecutive Years

Graduate Employment Above Ontario's Provincial Average for 25 Consecutive Years

Georgian's graduate employment rate is 90.3%. This means more than 9 out of 10 graduates find work within six months of finishing their programme. Georgian has held this position above the Ontario college average for 25 straight years. Employer satisfaction sits at 100% for the same period.

 

6,000 Employer Partners and Work-Integrated Learning

6,000 Employer Partners and Work-Integrated Learning

Every Georgian programme includes hands-on learning. Most programmes include a formal co-op term, internship, or field placement. These placements happen through Georgian's network of more than 6,000 companies across automotive, tech, health, business, and trades in Central Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area. Students graduate with Canadian employer relationships already in place.

 

Canada's Only Ashoka U Changemaker College

Canada's Only Ashoka U Changemaker College

Georgian is the first and only college in Canada to hold the Ashoka U Changemaker designation. This means programmes are built around real-world problem-solving and social innovation. Employers in business, health, social services, and technology actively look for graduates with this kind of training.

 

Seven Campuses Across Central Ontario

Seven Campuses Across Central Ontario

Georgian has seven campuses — Barrie, Orillia, Owen Sound, Midland, Muskoka, South Georgian Bay, and Orangeville. Many programmes are available at more than one location. Students can choose their campus based on lifestyle, cost of living, and how close they want to be to specific industries. Specialized trades, marine, and automotive programmes are offered at campuses located within those regional industries.

 

Barrie is Affordable and 90 Minutes from Toronto

Barrie is Affordable and 90 Minutes from Toronto

Barrie is roughly 90 minutes from Toronto by GO Transit. Students get access to Greater Toronto Area employers without paying Toronto living costs. Diploma programmes start at $16,990 per year. Graduate certificates start at $17,900. The surrounding region offers skiing at Collingwood, boating on Georgian Bay, and outdoor access that most college towns cannot match.

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Campus Locations

Main campus
Main campus

One Georgian Drive, Barrie — largest campus with most programmes, the Segal International Centre (C279), health and wellness facilities, food services, athletics and the Co-op and Career Success office (K110)

Seven campuses
Seven campuses

Barrie (main + downtown), Orillia, Owen Sound, Midland, Muskoka, South Georgian Bay (Collingwood) and Orangeville; on-campus residence available at Barrie, Orillia and Owen Sound

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Course Highlights

Certificate Programmes

Programme

Credential

Duration

Fees/Year (CAD, International)

Intakes

Art and Design Fundamentals

Certificate

1 year

$17,170–$18,170

September

Diploma Programmes

Programme

Credential

Duration

Fees/Year (CAD, International)

Intakes

Acupuncture

Advanced Diploma

3 years

$16,990–$29,200

September

Addictions: Treatment and Prevention

Diploma

2 years

$16,990–$29,200

September; Winter

Advertising and Marketing Communications

Diploma

2 years

$16,990–$29,200

September

Business – Agriculture

Diploma

2 years

$16,990–$29,200

September

Computer Programmer

Diploma

2 years

$16,990–$29,200

September; Winter

Game – Design and Simulation

Diploma

2 years

$16,990–$29,200

September

Practical Nursing

Diploma

2 years

$16,990–$29,200

September

Social Service Worker

Diploma

2 years

$16,990–$29,200

September; Winter

Graduate Certificate Programmes

Programme

Credential

Duration

Fees/Year (CAD, International)

Intakes

Addictions: Treatment and Prevention

Graduate Certificate

1 year

$17,900–$19,280

September; Winter

Advanced Care Paramedic

Graduate Certificate

1 year

$17,900–$19,280

September

Artificial Intelligence – Architecture, Design and Implementation

Graduate Certificate

1 year

$17,900–$19,280

September; Winter

Big Data Analytics

Graduate Certificate

1 year

$17,900–$19,280

September; Winter

Global Business Management

Graduate Certificate

1 year

$17,900–$19,280

September; Winter

Human Resources Management

Graduate Certificate

1 year

$17,900–$19,280

September; Winter

Project Management

Graduate Certificate

1 year

$17,900–$19,280

September; Winter

Degree Programmes

Programme

Credential

Duration

Fees/Year (CAD, International)

Intakes

Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (Automotive Management)

Honours Bachelor Degree

4 years

$20,360–$20,450

September

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Popular Study Areas

Automotive Business & Management
Automotive Business & Management
Health: Practical Nursing & Allied Health
Health: Practical Nursing & Allied Health
Technology: Computer Programming, AI & Big Data
Technology: Computer Programming, AI & Big Data
Business: HR, Global Business Management
Business: HR, Global Business Management
Social Services, Mental Health & Addictions
Social Services, Mental Health & Addictions
Game Design, Animation & Creative Technologies
Game Design, Animation & Creative Technologies
Trades, Marine & Engineering Technologies
Trades, Marine & Engineering Technologies
Tourism, Hospitality & Recreation
Tourism, Hospitality & Recreation

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Entry Requirements

Certificate and Diploma Programmes:

Academic:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent Grade 12 completion
  • Math and English credits at Grade 12 level required
  • Programme-specific prerequisites apply (e.g., biology/chemistry for health programmes; portfolio for art/design; math for computing/engineering) — confirm per programme

English:

  • English proficiency requirements are programme-specific — confirm minimum IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent scores with Georgian’s Segal International Centre: +1 705-722-5158 or georgiancollege.ca/international/admissions
Graduate Certificate Programmes:

Academic: Recognized diploma or degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field. Programme-specific field prerequisites apply.

English: IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 each band). TOEFL iBT 88. PTE Academic 61. Duolingo 125.

Degree Programmes:

Academic: Ontario Grade 12 or equivalent. Programme-specific prerequisites apply — Math 12 required for BBA programmes.

English: IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 each band). TOEFL iBT 88. PTE Academic 61. Duolingo 125.

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Scholarships at Georgian College

International Entrance Scholarship
International Entrance Scholarship
  • Offers a CAD $3,000 one-time scholarship for eligible international students.
  • Available for students starting a 2-year or 3-year Diploma or Advanced Diploma programme.
  • Eligible intakes include Summer 2026, Fall 2026 and Winter 2027.
  • Students must meet Georgian College’s admission and scholarship eligibility requirements.
  • Scholarship consideration is automatic with the admission application.
International Entrance Scholarship
International Entrance Scholarship
  • Provides a CAD $4,000 one-time scholarship.
  • Available for new international students entering eligible 2-year Degree or Graduate Certificate programmes.
  • Applies to selected eligible intakes.
  • Students are automatically considered when applying for admission.
  • Designed to support students pursuing advanced academic and professional qualifications in Canada.
International Entrance Scholarship
International Entrance Scholarship
  • Offers a CAD $250 one-time scholarship.
  • Available to new international students enrolling in a 1-year Graduate Certificate programme.
  • Applicable for eligible intake periods.
  • Students receive automatic scholarship consideration through their admission application.
International Education and Training Entrance Scholarship
International Education and Training Entrance Scholarship
  • Provides a CAD $500 one-time scholarship for international students.
  • Open to students entering any full-time programme at Georgian College.
  • Applicants must demonstrate strong academic achievement from their home country or an accredited Canadian institution.
  • A maximum of 10 awards are available each year.
  • Requires a separate scholarship application with transcripts and GPA documentation.
International Entrance Scholarship
International Entrance Scholarship
  • Offers a CAD $1,000 one-time scholarship.
  • Available for first-year international students.
  • Students must have a minimum GPA of 60% or higher based on previous academic studies.
  • Only 5 awards are offered annually.
  • Students are automatically considered during the admission application process.

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Student Support Services

Segal International Centre
Segal International Centre

Room C279, Barrie campus. Phone 705-722-5158. Open Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4pm. Handles pre-arrival forms, study permits, health insurance and arrival support.

Counselling and mental health
Counselling and mental health

Free and confidential counselling for all students. Individual sessions for personal concerns, mental health and crisis support.

Tutoring and Writing Centre
Tutoring and Writing Centre

Free tutoring through Library and Learning Services. Writing Centre helps with assignments, APA citations and paper feedback.

Accessibility Advising
Accessibility Advising

Individual accommodations for students with physical, medical, sensory, mental health or learning barriers.

Health and wellness
Health and wellness

Sadlon Centre for Health and Wellness hosts teaching clinics in dental hygiene and massage therapy. Guard.me insurance covers emergency care from day one.

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