A career-focused public college in Kingston offering diplomas, degrees and graduate certificates with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning.
St. Lawrence College is a public college in Kingston, Ontario, with additional campuses in Brockville and Cornwall. It was founded in 1967 as part of Ontario's college system and has grown into a regional leader in applied education.
The college offers certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, graduate certificates and applied degrees in areas such as health sciences, business, technology, community services and the skilled trades. Programs are built around practical training, work placements and connections with local employers.
Small class sizes and a focus on employment outcomes make the college a popular choice for students who want career-ready skills close to home, with the option to continue into degree-level study.
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-program bursaries and need-based bursaries funded through its foundation and donors.
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 St. Lawrence College’s fee page.
Ask St. Lawrence College about its entrance scholarships and bursaries.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with St. Lawrence College.
Applications to St. Lawrence College go through ontariocolleges.ca, the application service for Ontario’s public colleges.
Most diploma programs require the Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent with specific Grade 12 courses, while some competitive programs also ask for higher grades or additional documents. Mature students and those with prior college or university study may qualify through other pathways.
Apply through ontariocolleges.ca, the application service for Ontario's public colleges, by choosing St. Lawrence College and your programs of interest. Equal-consideration deadlines apply, though some programs with remaining space accept applications later.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with St. Lawrence College and ontariocolleges.ca.
Kingston is a historic city of about 135,000 people on Lake Ontario, roughly midway between Toronto and Montréal's corridor along the 401. The main campus sits in the city's west end, close to shopping, transit and the waterfront.
Students take part in clubs, events and wellness activities organized through the student association and campus services. Residence life and recreation facilities on the Kingston campus help create an active community.
The Vikings compete in college varsity sports in the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.