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College is the right choice

Congratulations! Going to college is exciting, and you've taken the ever-important first step towards applying. Your future is just over the horizon. Here are the top five reasons to attend an Ontario College...

College is a cost-effective option

With shorter program lengths, lower tuition costs, and less time in school before you can start working, college is an incredibly affordable option.  Also, thousands of dollars are available in Ontario each year through scholarships, bursaries and grants.

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Wide program selection

College offers dedicated programs for specific areas that give you the specialized knowledge you need to succeed, and the broad choice of program types make it easy to find the right fit for you.  Find a Program

Many locations

You can stay close to home or embark on a new journey.  With almost 850 learning sites in 200 communities across the province, you’re sure to find a location that works for you.  Map of college campuses

Small classes

A low student-to-teacher ratio means you aren’t just a faceless number in college.  Your contributions to class discussions and projects will be seen and valued by your teachers and peers.

Connected Education

Instructors connect course material to their work experiences and offer the potential of partnerships with business and industry to introduce real-world projects into the curriculum.  There are co-op opportunities for many programs, and college offers you the best route to job placement in relevant, real jobs.