About Us

Algonquin College

With 200 programs of study and 20,000 full time students, Algonquin College is one of Canada’s largest colleges. Our college is located in Ottawa, Canada’s vibrant, metropolitan and multicultural capital city. The College proudly nurtures a friendly, student-oriented atmosphere. Students come to Algonquin College from around the world to study English, take second and third year courses within their area of specialization, and to pursue customized skills upgrading and training programs. International students experience the Canadian approach to an applied education by studying, working and collaborating with Algonquin College students and faculty in learning, teaching and research. Algonquin College is internationally recognized for:

  • Diverse areas of studies that answer to the needs of today’s employment market.
  • A focus on applied studies that allows students to gain applied skills as well as practical experience.
  • A student-centered approach that promotes success through hands-on, experiential teaching, comprehensive resources, diverse support services, and dedicated faculty and staff.
  • Modern facilities and strategic partnerships that ensure students have access to the quality education and skills training required for a rewarding career.

Fast Facts

  • 200 bachelor degrees, postgraduate, diploma and certificate programs
  • Education that combines theory and practice through hands-on applied learning, team projects and lab work
  • A wireless campus
  • Use of Mobile Learning Technologies: 90% of programs are now mobile: students need to have a mobile computing device
  • Most programs have switched from printed books to e-Texts (lifetime access on your mobile computing device)
  • English language training in an academic environment

Ottawa – Canada’s Capital

With a population of 1.3 million, Ottawa is the fourth largest city in Canada. It offers all of the advantages of the big city, while remaining safe, clean, and easy to navigate.

Located across the river from the French province of Québec Ottawa is a place where you’ll hear English and French spoken in the streets, and where you can discover Canada’s proud heritage at impressive national sites and famous landmarks. As a multicultural city, Ottawa showcases the best of arts and culture from around the world. Ottawa offers visitors and residents:

  • The highest concentration of national museums and galleries
  • Over 60 festivals annually, including Winterlude (Ottawa’s winter celebration), many music festivals, the Ottawa International Animation Festival, the Tulip Festival and the country’s largest Canada Day celebrations
  • The ByWard Market, located in the heart of the city, a fresh fruit and vegetable market by day, and a thriving hotspot for music, comedy and dancing by night
  • Diverse pubs and restaurants reflect the best foods from every culture

Ottawa Fast Facts

  • Canada’s capital city
  • Safe, multicultural city
  • Fourth largest metropolitan area in Canada
  • Vibrant and growing community with an exceptional quality of life and a strong economy
  • Close to other large metropolitan cities such as Montréal, Toronto, and New York
  • Key industries in advanced technology, health, hospitality, research and development

Four Seasons of Unlimited Activities

Ottawa has four distinct seasons and many activities to keep you fit and entertained.

  • Spring’s mix of sun and rain helps to infuse life into the city’s lush flowers and foliage.
  • Summers are sunny and warm—the perfect conditions for hiking or cycling the many trails, kayaking, or taking in an outdoor adventure.
  • In Fall, residents and visitors enjoy the wonderful fall colours of Gatineau Park.
  • Winter brings cold temperatures and snow, along with lots of opportunities to ski, snowboard and ice skate on the Rideau Canal, the world’s longest skating rink.