Update to the Ontario College Application Processing Fee
The domestic application fee for programs starting between August 2025 and July 2026 will be updated from $125 to $150. The updated fee will take effect with the launch of the 2025-2026 application cycle on September 28, 2024. The application fee will remain the same ($125) for applications to programs starting between August 2024 and July 2025.
Ontario's colleges are going on tour!
The College Information Program (CIP) tour is your chance to get information about colleges and programs all in one place! Visit our CIP page to learn more and see when the tour will be in your area.
The application for 2025-2026 programs opens soon!
You can apply to Ontario college programs that start between August 2025 and July 2026 beginning on Saturday, September 28. Explore our website to research colleges and the application process so you're ready to apply.
Employers are actively seeking tradespeople right now. College Trades features a broad selection of skilled trades college programs offered in Ontario.
Find your trade today!
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Flexible
Ontario college program and delivery options let you choose how you want to learn. From prep and bridging courses to university transfer agreements, employee partnerships, hands-on work experience and more, there are more options than ever for finding your fit.
Economical
Higher education pays off. For every $1 invested in an Ontario college education, graduates receive a cumulative $3.20 more in their future wages. For number crunchers, that's an unprecedented 14.3 percent rate of return.
Innovative
Ontario's colleges and 750 industry partners are innovating together. To date, more than 10,000 students are involved in groundbreaking research and innovation projects, with an additional 1,000 students receiving support to pursue entrepreneurial ideas.
Supportive
Ontario's colleges work with you to succeed. With financial assistance options, disability services, tutoring programs, onsite counselling and so much more, you'll have the support you need at every step as you work toward the future you've always wanted.
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Skills Ontario Competition
Interested in the skilled trades? Then check out the Skills Ontario Competition. Canada’s largest trades event, it gives students an opportunity to compete in a variety of trades challenges. Attendees can visit and interact with booths and watch the competition take place from May 6-7, 2024.
