Ottawa's large, career-focused public college, known for hands-on technology, trades, health and business programs.
Algonquin College is a public college in Ottawa, Ontario, offering diplomas, advanced diplomas, graduate certificates, apprenticeships and a small number of applied degrees. It is one of the largest colleges in the province and draws students from across Ontario, Canada and around the world.
Learning is applied and employer-focused, with labs, simulated workplaces and co-operative education options in many programs. Close ties to Ottawa's federal public service, technology sector and health-care community help shape the curriculum.
The college also runs a strong skilled trades and apprenticeship centre and offers pathways to university for students who want to continue their studies after a diploma.
Estimated tuition in CA$, 2026-2027
Students who live in Ontario apply for student aid through OSAP (the Ontario Student Assistance Program); students from other provinces apply through their own province’s program. A provincial application also covers the federal Canada Student Grants and Loans.
The college offers entrance awards, in-course bursaries and need-based assistance through its financial aid office.
Figures cover tuition only for a typical two-semester full-time diploma program, not ancillary fees, books or housing. These are estimates for a typical full-time program and exclude ancillary fees; confirm the current figure on Algonquin College’s fee page.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with Algonquin College.
Applications to Algonquin College go through ontariocolleges.ca, the application service for Ontario’s public colleges.
Most diploma programs require an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, with specific senior courses such as English and, for some programs, math or sciences. Some programs have extra requirements such as portfolios or interviews.
Apply through ontariocolleges.ca, the application service for Ontario's public colleges, by choosing Algonquin College and your programs. Many programs accept applications beyond the deadline if space remains.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with Algonquin College and ontariocolleges.ca.
Ottawa is Canada's capital, a bilingual city with a large public service, a growing technology sector and many cultural attractions. The main Woodroffe Campus sits in the city's west end, with transit access to downtown.
The Woodroffe Campus has a busy student community with clubs, events and services run by the student association. Residence, food services and recreation facilities support students living on or near campus.
Varsity teams compete in college leagues across a range of sports.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.