Study abroad at Centennial College

Learn more about studying at Centennial College as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Type
    Public
  • International students
    11000
  • Nationalities
    126
  • Total programs
    187
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Study abroad at Centennial College

Centennial College is the first community college in Ontario, Canada. It has seven academic schools that are split across five campuses in the Greater Toronto area. At Centennial College, you can begin your Canadian education online and continue your next semester in Toronto, Canada. Or, complete your industry-recognized program entirely online.

Many of the programs at Centennial work towards an advanced diploma — the equivalent to two years of a bachelor’s degree specializing in a particular subject. Bachelor’s degrees and postgraduate certificates are also available.

Centennial offers more than 160 Programs in business, engineering, communications, media, arts and design, health, hospitality, automotive, aerospace, and aviation. The college also offers English Language Learning and foundations programs for college and university preparation.

Centennial offers residence living with cafes, shops, and exercise facilities. All students have access to a variety of support; this includes The Career Services and Co-operative Education team, who can advise you and provide tools for career success from the first semester to two years after graduation.

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Why study at Centennial College

  • Career-focused

    Many programs offer Canadian work experience and provide eligibility for designations from Canadian professional associations

  • Diverse student body

    Centennial is recognized as one of the most culturally diverse post-secondary institutions in Canada

  • International student support

    International Student Advisors and Immigration Consultants on campus make it easy for international students to get expert advice

Location

Centennial College

941 Progress Ave, Scarborough, ON M1G 3T8, Canada

Canada is consistently rated as one of the best countries for studying, visiting, working and living. It offers an unbelievable array of cultural and social opportunities.

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Fees and funding

Fees noted are estimated and are based on the 2024-2025 schedule. Tuition guidelines are established by the Ontario government and are subject to revision. Below are sample full-time fee summaries.

Funding

Centennial College is offering two (2) scholarships to international students

  • One scholarship is awarded to an international student based on merit; the other to an international transfer student from China based on academic performance. Both scholarships are offered to eligible students who have successfully completed two consecutive semesters.

Kwei Chun Chow-Wong Scholarship

  • Awarded to two international students from Hong Kong enrolled full-time in their second semester of any Ministry approved post-secondary program. Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. The students with the highest financial need will receive this award.
  • Amount

    $3,000

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from CAD$18,235 to CAD$23,196

  • Postgraduate tuition

    from CAD$18,294 to CAD$28,636

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What is the cost of living near Centennial College?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Toronto, Ontario-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,297Range: $2,100 to $2,700
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$2,034Range: $1,800 to $2,300
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$188Range: $131 to $350
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$69Range: $50 to $110
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$50Range: $30 to $90
Monthly public transport pass$156Range: $154 to $158
Monthly grocery basket$475Range: $400 to $550
Coffee shop drink$6Range: $4 to $8
Cinema or cultural event ticket$19Range: $15 to $23
Gym membership$75Range: $22 to $110

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and wealthnorth.ca (Editorial estimate).

Visa requirements for Centennial College

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Life at Centennial College

There are 11,000 international students at Centennial, and it has been recognized as one of the most culturally diverse post-secondary institutions in Canada. Across the 53 years of the college’s existence, more than 50,000 students from abroad have studied there, making the international community at Centennial well established.

The International Education Team supports international students with their study goals, work and life in Canada. Centennial supports your personal, academic and professional success with dedicated international student services.

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Facilities

  • Library
    • Quiet Areas
    • Computer labs
    • Museum
    • Group Study Rooms
    • Individual Study Rooms
  • Transport
    • Campus parking
    • Campus Bus Service
  • Food & Restaurants
    • 8 Cafe’s
    • 30 Restaurants
  • Tutoring Support
    • Peer & Buddy Program
    • Student Tutoring & Support
  • Healthcare & Medical
    • Counselling & Mental Health Services
    • Campus Doctor
    • Campus Pharmacy
  • All Weather Sports Pitches
    • 4 Basketball Courts
  • Fitness Centre
    • Free Weights
    • Machines
    • Spin Studio
  • IT Support
    • Loan Laptops
  • Praying Rooms
    • Language Center
    • Group Praying Rooms
  • Sports Facilities
    • 1 Natural Turf Soccer Pitches

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