All Levels
CAD 2,000 on acceptance
Durham College
Oshawa, Canada
"An Ontario public college in Oshawa with 145+ career programmes"
At a Glance
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PGWP (degrees + listed fields)
About Durham College
Durham College opened on 18 September 1967 in Oshawa with 205 students. Today about 13,700 full-time students study 145+ programmes, including six honours bachelor's degrees, apprenticeships, diplomas and graduate certificates in business, IT, artificial intelligence, health sciences, skilled trades, justice and engineering technology. Its main campuses are in Oshawa (shared with Ontario Tech University) and Whitby. Durham College holds naming rights to Oshawa GO Station and was named one of Toronto's top employers in 2025.
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Accreditations & Memberships
Colleges Ontario
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan)
Designated Learning Institution
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Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Durham College's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1967
Founded
About 13,700
Full-time Students
145+
Programmes
6
Honours Degrees
88.6% in 6 months
Grad Employment
Popular Programs
Artificial Intelligence Analysis
Computer Programming and Analysis
Business - Supply Chain
Practical Nursing
Paramedic
Construction Management (Honours)
Project Management
Application Details
Application Fee
CAD 100
Intakes
September, January, May
PG Certificate Entry
Bachelor's (approx. 55%)
Practical Nursing
85%+ and IELTS 7.0
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic
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6.0 (no band < 5.5) |
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TOEFL iBT
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80 (no section < 20) |
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Duolingo English Test
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105 |
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PTE Academic
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53 (approx.) |
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IELTS (Practical Nursing)
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7.0 (no band < 6.5) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
PGWP: degrees + listed fields
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
CAD 100
Avg Scholarship
CAD 2,000 (Global Entrance)
Career Outcomes
PGWP (degrees + listed fields)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Programmes — 145+
Campuses — Oshawa + Whitby
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Durham College's main campus is at 2000 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, shared with Ontario Tech University; the Whitby campus focuses on skilled trades, hospitality and the Centre for Food.
Campus Details
Oshawa
(main) + Whitby campuses
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Simcoe Village residence (shared with Ontario Tech) or rentals
Dining
Campus dining halls and food courts
Health & Wellness
Provincial or university health plan required
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Varsity sports
Career services
Diversity & Demographics
Full-time Students
About 13,700
FTE
10,682
Cost Deep-Dive
Standard Tuition (Intl)
CAD 7,744 per semester
Paramedic (Intl)
CAD 10,289 per semester
Construction Mgmt (Intl)
CAD 9,597 per semester
AI Analysis (Intl)
CAD 7,786 per semester
Study permit + biometrics
CAD 150 + CAD 85
Intakes & Deadlines
Durham College admits international students in September, January and May. The deadline for January 2027 was 15 September 2026; apply for September 2027 by about mid-January 2027 (approx.), earlier for health programmes.
Scholarships at Durham College
3 scholarships available
All Levels
Global Entrance Scholarship - Year 2
Extra CAD 1,000 in Year 2 (2+ yr)
Bachelor's
CAD 500 - 3,000
Degree Entrance Award
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 (India) with about 55-75% depending on programme (approx.), plus English and Maths; IELTS 6.0 (no band < 5.5). Practical Nursing needs 85%+ and IELTS 7.0. Diplomas 2-3 years.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree (about 55% or CGPA 5.5/10, approx.) for 1-year Ontario Graduate Certificates such as AI Analysis and Project Management; IELTS 6.0+. Check PGWP field list.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic
6.0 (no band < 5.5)TOEFL iBT
80 (no section < 20)Duolingo English Test
PTE Academic
IELTS (Practical Nursing)
7.0 (no band < 6.5)Required Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
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Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on durhamcollege.ca.
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Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
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Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the tuition deposit.
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PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
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Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
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Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
Durham College's main campus is at 2000 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, shared with Ontario Tech University; the Whitby campus focuses on skilled trades, hospitality and the Centre for Food.
Graduate Certificate
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Durham College
📍 Oshawa
Graduate Certificate
Artificial Intelligence Analysis, Design and Implementation
Advanced Diploma
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Durham College
📍 Oshawa
Advanced Diploma
Computer Programming and Analysis
Diploma
2
Durham College
📍 Oshawa
Diploma
Practical Nursing
Bachelor's
1
Durham College
📍 Oshawa
Bachelor's
Construction Management (Honours)
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