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    Conestoga College

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    Kitchener, Ontario, 🇨🇦 CanadaFounded 1967
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    About Conestoga College

    Conestoga College was founded in 1967 as part of Ontario's community college system. Located in the Waterloo Region — Canada's 'Silicon Valley North' — it has grown into one of Ontario's leading polytechnic institutions. The college partners with major tech companies and employers in the region, offering programs designed with industry input to ensure graduates are job-ready.

    Best known for

    • Highest student satisfaction among Ontario colleges
    • Strong industry partnerships (tech corridor)
    • Co-op and work-integrated learning
    • Polytechnic education model
    • STEM-focused programs with hands-on training

    Type

    college

    Founded

    1967

    Total students

    Not verified

    Indian students

    Not verified

    Doon Campus (main)
    Waterloo Campus
    Cambridge Campus
    Innovation labs
    Applied research centers

    Popular Programs

    Web Development
    Supply Chain Management
    Business Analytics
    IT Solutions
    Mechanical Engineering Technology
    Health Informatics

    Full program list: official website.

    Admission for Indian Students

    1

    Apply through Ontario Colleges Application Service (OCAS)

    2

    Submit official academic transcripts

    3

    English proficiency test scores (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE)

    4

    Some programs require portfolio or entrance test

    5

    Post-graduate programs may need relevant work experience

    IELTS

    6.0 (no band below 5.5)

    TOEFL

    80

    GPA / Marks

    60%+ (Indian boards)

    • Resume for post-graduate programs
    • Portfolio for design programs
    Source not verified — always confirm details on the institution's official admissions page before applying.

    Tuition

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    International tuition

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    See official tuition fees

    Tuition varies by program and year. Always confirm the fee for your program on the official fee schedule.

    Scholarships

    • Conestoga International Student Scholarship ($2,000)
    • Entrance Awards ($1,000–$3,000)
    • Donor-funded scholarships

    Eligibility and amounts change each year — check the university's awards office before applying.

    Intakes & Deadlines

    Intakes

    Fall (September)
    Winter (January)
    Spring (May)

    Application deadline

    Rolling (apply early for best chance)

    Application fee

    CAD $100

    Deadlines are indicative and differ by program — confirm on the official admissions page.

    Cost of Living in Kitchener

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    Official minimum living funds for your visa: IRCC — proof of financial support

    Student Life

    Live activity from Indian students at Conestoga College.

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