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Conestoga College

Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning is a public college in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.

It is a leader in polytechnic education and one of Ontario’s fastest growing colleges, delivering a full range of career-focused education, training and applied research programs to prepare students for success in the new knowledge economy and promote economic prosperity throughout the region and across Ontario.

Established in 1967, Conestoga now serves approximately 12,000 full-time students through campuses and training Centre in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Stratford, Ingersoll and Brantford and is a provincial leader in apprenticeship training. Continuing education programs attract more than 30,000 enrollments each year. As..

Conestoga College
Conestoga College
Conestoga College
Doon(Kitchener) Cambridge Campus Guelph Campus Waterloo Campus Cambridge Downtown Brantford Stratford
Estd
1967
Institution
PUBLIC
Campus
Doon(Kitchener) Cambridge Campus Guelph Campus Waterloo Campus Cambridge Downtown Brantford Stratford
Cost of Living
Students can expect to budget approximately $1,000 per month for ALL living costs.
Intake
April/May/June/July 2023
August/September/October/November 2023
January/February/March 2024

Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning is a public college in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.

It is a leader in polytechnic education and one of Ontario’s fastest growing colleges, delivering a full range of career-focused education, training and applied research programs to prepare students for success in the new knowledge economy and promote economic prosperity throughout the region and across Ontario.

Established in 1967, Conestoga now serves approximately 12,000 full-time students through campuses and training Centre in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Stratford, Ingersoll and Brantford and is a provincial leader in apprenticeship training. Continuing education programs attract more than 30,000 enrollments each year. As the region’s only provider of polytechnic education, Conestoga plays an integral role in the success of the community: 65 per cent of the graduates remain in the area after completing their education, contributing more than $1 billion each year to the local economy.

Conestoga offers small classroom sizes and hands-on, project based learning in the following areas of study - Health and Life Sciences and Community Services, Business and Hospitality, Engineering and Information Technology, Media and Design, Language, Culture and Communications, and Trades and Apprenticeships. Conestoga offers a wide variety of programming from certificates to four-year bachelor degree programs.

Notable alumni

• Victor Fedeli, advertising executive and Ontario politician

• Will Ferguson, Ontario politician and Cabinet member

• Brenda Halloran, RN and Mayor of Waterloo

• Brenda Irving, CBC Television sports journalist

• Jonny Staub, radio and television personality

Post Graduate

Embedded Systems Development (1416G)
Tution Fees
Duration
 2 Year 

Certificate

Technical Communications (1495)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 Year 

Post Graduate

Mental Health and Substance Abuse (1401)
Tution Fees
Duration
 2 Year 

Post Graduate

Predictive Analytics (1498)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 Year 

Post Graduate

Applied Research (1525)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 Year 

Certificate

Office Administration - General (1095)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 Year 

Post Graduate

Supply Chain Management - Global (1411)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 Year 

Certificate

Culinary Skills (1025C)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 Year 

Certificate

Media Foundations (1205)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 year 

Certificate

Human Services Foundation (1053)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 year 

Post Graduate

Esports Marketing and Event Management (1563)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 Year 

Post Graduate

Wireless Network Infrastructure (1474)
Tution Fees
Duration
 1 Year 

Diploma

Game - Design (1437)
Tution Fees
Duration
 2 Years 
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DIPLOMA (EXCLUDING Practical Nursing Diploma)

6.0 IELTS (with no band less than 5.5)

DEGREE(INCLUDING Practical Nursing Diploma)

6.5 IELTS (with no band less than 6.0)

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE(Some IT/engineering program required test scores may vary)

6.5 IELTS (with no band less than 6.0) 

Requirements for Certificate/Diploma and Degree Programs

Higher Secondary Certificate / Intermediate Certificate / Pre-University Certificate Statement of Marks / Transcript of Study    

Requirements for Graduate Certificate Program

Diploma / Degree certificate    Mark sheets / Transcript of Study

  • For Undergraduate programs; 12th Grade Certificate with at least 65% score

  • For Graduate Programs; THREE/FOUR year relevant Bachelors Degree with at least 50% score

There are lots of housing options for you to choose from depending on your needs and preferences. Be sure to find a place close to your campus and easily accessible by regular and frequent public transit.

On Campus Residence:

Doon Campus Residence

All students enrolled full-time at Conestoga can apply to Residence. Please note the Residence building is convenient to only Doon (Kitchener) and Cambridge campuses. For other campuses, please check other options .

Brantford Campus Residence:

Brantford campus students are able to apply to the Laurier University Residence in Brantford.

Off-campus Rentals

Conestoga College makes no warranty or representation regarding any premises, landlords or leasing agents that are listed on the website or any links provided . The listings are simply provided as a convenience to assist students in locating possible housing opportunities.

Resources for your reference:

•             Collegeview Commons (Doon (Kitchener) or Cambridge campus only)

•             Places4students

•             Walkscore

•             studenthousing

•             Search 4 Student Housing

Homestay program

•             Homestay is a program that matches international students with local host families to live with while studying at Conestoga.

Conestoga College partners with Canada Homestay Network Inc. (CHN) to administer  Homestay program.

Temporary Stay

There are various hotels in and around the campus. You can book it directly.

General Eligibility Criteria:

• Entrance scholarships are open to new students only (excluding 2nd Program and English to Post-secondary Scholarships)

• Students are eligible to receive one scholarship from each category:

A. Entrance Scholarship,

B. Regional Scholarship and

C. Priority Program Scholarship

•  Applicants will be ranked based on highest academic average for the program they apply to

• Students must be registered full-time to be eligible

• Please note: to be considered for a scholarship you must pay both your deposit and full fees by the due dates specified in your Letter of Acceptance or on our website. If these payments are not made on time, your scholarship application will be rejected.

Entrance Scholarships

Degree Entrance Scholarship

$2,500 split over Year 1 and Year 2 of the program, awarded to students beginning studies in the Fall semester only. Applicants will be ranked based on highest academic average in their top six grade 12 courses including required subjects.

Degree Pathway Scholarship

$1,000 scholarship awarded to students beginning studies in an approved Conestoga pathway in the Fall semester only. Applicants will be ranked based on program admission requirements (highest academic average) unless otherwise stated.

Diploma Entrance Scholarship

$1,000 scholarship awarded each intake. Eligible applicants will be ranked based on program admission requirements (highest academic average).

English for Academic Studies to Post-Secondary Studies Scholarship

$1,000 scholarship awarded each intake. Eligible applicants will be ranked on highest academic average in Level 4 of Conestoga’s English for Academic Studies program.

2nd Program Scholarship

$1,000 scholarship awarded to students who have graduated from a previous Conestoga diploma, degree or graduate program (excludes certificate programs) and who apply to begin a second program within four months of completion. Students will be ranked on the highest academic average (GPA) from the previous program of study.

Regional Scholarships

• $1,000 scholarships available by region, awarded each intake (January, May, September)

• Eligible applicants will be ranked based on program admission requirements (highest academic average)

Priority Program Scholarships

• $1,000 awarded to new students enrolled in priority programs

• Eligible applicants will be ranked based on program admission requirements (highest academic average)

Student Awards

The CSI International Student Service Award

Four awards of $1,000 are available to international students at Conestoga College who are actively involved and volunteer with the International Education Department. This award will be given to one or two current international students. Recipients must have a minimum grade average of 75 per cent and demonstrate financial need. Recipients must also be actively involved and volunteer with the International Education Department.

The CSI International Academic Excellence Award

CSI is offering up to 10 awards of $500 available to international students at Conestoga College who are actively involved and volunteer with the International Education Department. Recipients must have a minimum grade average of 75 percent and demonstrate financial need. Recipients must also be actively involved and volunteer with the International Education Department.

The CSI International Athletic Achievement Award

The CSI International Community Achievement Award

The Narhari Sharma Memorial Award Nomination

 This award was created to recognize a student who demonstrates the following qualities:

Eligibility:

• Wisdom, strength, vision, courage and selflessness

• True leadership through innovation

• Going out of his/her way to help others achieve their goals

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