A community-focused public college in southeastern Alberta offering diplomas, certificates, apprenticeships and university transfer programs.
Medicine Hat College (MHC) is a public college serving southeastern Alberta from its home in Medicine Hat. It offers a mix of diplomas, certificates, apprenticeship training, university transfer courses and applied degrees, and it works closely with local employers and health, trades and business sectors.
MHC is known for small class sizes and a close-knit learning environment where instructors know their students by name. Many programs include hands-on labs, practicums or work placements, helping graduates move into the regional workforce or continue their studies at a university.
The college also supports Indigenous learners, trades apprentices and students who want to start close to home before transferring elsewhere. Its Cougars teams compete at the national college level.
Tuition in CA$, 2026-2027
Students who live in Alberta apply for student aid through Alberta Student Aid; students from other provinces apply through their own province’s program. A provincial application also covers the federal Canada Student Grants and Loans.
MHC offers entrance awards, in-course scholarships and bursaries 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 Medicine Hat College’s fee page.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with Medicine Hat College.
Applications to Medicine Hat College go through ApplyAlberta, Alberta’s application service.
Most programs require Alberta high school completion or equivalent, with specific courses depending on the program. Competitive programs such as nursing may have higher requirements and additional steps.
Apply online through ApplyAlberta, Alberta's application service, selecting your program and submitting transcripts and any required documents.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with Medicine Hat College and ApplyAlberta.
Medicine Hat is a small city of southeastern Alberta in the South Saskatchewan River valley, known for its sunny climate and affordable living. The main campus sits on the city's south side near the river valley and the city's trail network.
MHC's small size makes it easy to meet people, join clubs and connect with instructors and support staff. Students can take part in athletics, student association events and community activities in Medicine Hat.
Rattlers teams compete in college-level leagues with a focus on student-athlete development.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.