Northwestern Ontario's public college, known for hands-on programs in trades, health, engineering technology and Indigenous education.
Confederation College is a public college serving Northwestern Ontario, with its main campus in Thunder Bay and regional campuses and learning centres across a very large territory. It offers certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, graduate certificates and degree programs, along with apprenticeship and skilled trades training.
The college is closely tied to regional industries such as mining, forestry, health care, transportation and resource development, and many programs include work placements, labs and applied learning. It also has a strong commitment to Indigenous learners and communities across the region.
Small class sizes and a collaborative campus culture make it an approachable choice for students who want practical, career-focused education close to the northern outdoors.
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 its own entrance and in-course bursaries and awards, many funded by donors and community partners.
Tuition for 2026-27 from the school’s own published fees, for a typical two-semester diploma, rounded. Ancillary fees, books and housing are extra. Confirm the current figure on Confederation College’s fee page.
Ask Confederation College about its entrance scholarships and bursaries.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with Confederation College.
Applications to Confederation 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 Grade 12 courses, while some programs add prerequisites or interviews. Mature students and those with prior learning may qualify through other routes.
Apply through ontariocolleges.ca, the application service for Ontario's public colleges, by choosing your programs and campus and submitting your transcripts. Applying early improves your chances of getting a place in popular programs.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with Confederation College and ontariocolleges.ca.
Thunder Bay is a regional city on the north shore of Lake Superior, surrounded by forests, lakes and trails. The main campus sits in the city and houses classrooms, labs, trades facilities and student services.
Campus life is friendly and close-knit, with student services, clubs and events run through the student association. Thunder Bay's access to lakes, trails and ski hills adds plenty to do outside class.
Varsity teams compete in Ontario college leagues, with intramural and recreation options for all students.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.