About the university
Algonquin College is a public Ontario college with its main campus in Ottawa, Canada's capital, and a smaller campus in Pembroke. It offers certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, one-year graduate certificates and honours bachelor's degrees, with a strong focus on technology, business, health, media and trades.
Algonquin's School of Advanced Technology runs many of the programmes Indian students apply for, including graduate certificates in Cyber Security Analysis, Artificial Intelligence Software Development, Cloud Development and Operations and Business Intelligence Systems Infrastructure, and degrees such as the Bachelor of Applied Computing.
Indian students look at Algonquin for Ottawa's government and technology job market, the choice of Winter and Spring intakes in many programmes, and a published list of PGWP-eligible programmes. International students pay Ontario's domestic tuition plus an International Student Premium, and Algonquin's own estimate for one year of tuition and books is about CAD 17,225–23,000.
Ottawa is a bilingual, mid-sized capital with lower rents than Toronto or Vancouver and very cold winters.
- Type
- Public college of applied arts and technology in Ontario; certificates, diplomas, graduate certificates and honours bachelor's degrees
- Campuses
- Ottawa (Woodroffe Avenue, main), Pembroke, and online
- PGWP-listed programmes
- 121 programmes on Algonquin's PGWP-eligible list for 2027 starts
- One-year cost (international)
- About CAD 17,225–23,000 for tuition and books for an 8-month year, including health insurance and the U-Pass bus pass
- Intakes
- Fall, Winter and Spring, depending on the programme
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
Algonquin College doesn't publish course-by-course fees for international students online. See the courses on the official website (opens in a new tab), or ask our counsellor for the current list and fees.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Certificates and diplomas: secondary school (Class 12) with the subjects on the programme page. Algonquin lists admission requirements by country on its international admissions page.
- Honours degrees (such as the Bachelor of Applied Computing or Bachelor of Commerce): Class 12 with stronger subject requirements; check the programme page.
- International tuition is the domestic rate plus an International Student Premium: for 2026-27 the premium is CAD 6,693.82 per term (CAD 13,387.64 a year) for PGWP-eligible diploma programmes and CAD 6,159.36 per term (CAD 12,318.72 a year) for graduate certificates and bachelor's degrees.
Postgraduate
- Graduate certificates need an Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma or degree (or equivalent); many ask for a related field. Cyber Security Analysis, for example, needs a background in IT, information systems, networking, IT security or related engineering.
- Algonquin publishes a PGWP-eligible programme list; eligibility is fixed when you apply for your study permit, even if the programme is later removed from the list.
- Use Algonquin's Tuition Fees Estimator (select 'International') for your programme's exact tuition and ancillary fees.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (certificates, diplomas, degrees)
- Degree or diploma transcripts and certificate (graduate certificates)
- English test score meeting the programme requirement
- Provincial Attestation Letter for the study permit, issued after you accept your offer, unless IRCC exempts you
- Proof of funds for tuition and living costs
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Graduate certificates (for example Cyber Security Analysis): 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each band. Check each programme page |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 (22 in each component) for tests before 21 January 2026; 4.5 (4.5 in each component) on the new scale, for graduate certificates such as Cyber Security Analysis |
| Duolingo English Test | 120 overall (120 Literacy, no score below 105) for graduate certificates such as Cyber Security Analysis |
| Other routes | Algonquin lists English requirements by country and programme on its international admissions page |
Accommodation and living costs
Algonquin offers an on-campus residence at its Ottawa campus with a mandatory meal plan, homestay with local families, and help finding off-campus housing. A room in a shared two-bedroom apartment in Ottawa costs about CAD 1,200–1,500 a month, according to Algonquin.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus residence with mandatory meal planCAD 12,460 accommodation plus CAD 4,397 meal plan | C$16,857per 8 months | ≈ ₹11.3 lakh |
| Homestay (room and three meals a day)First month CAD 1,586.25, including a CAD 380 admin and registration fee | C$1,201per month | ≈ ₹80,484 |
| Off-campus room in a shared two-bedroom apartmentAlgonquin estimate; prices vary | C$1,200–1,500per month | ≈ ₹80,400 – ₹1 lakh |
| International health insurance2026-27, Fall start (pro-rated for Winter and Spring) | C$1,244per year | ≈ ₹83,355 |
Campus and location
Algonquin's main campus is on Woodroffe Avenue in Ottawa, with a smaller campus in Pembroke in the Ottawa Valley. Most programmes for international students run in Ottawa.
- The School of Advanced Technology at the Ottawa campus teaches computing, AI, cyber security, cloud and engineering technology programmes.
- Pembroke offers a smaller set of programmes, including nursing, practical nursing and applied nuclear science.
- Tuition includes the U-Pass for Ottawa's public transport.
- Ottawa is home to federal government departments and a technology cluster.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Algonquin's programmes are career-focused, and several include co-op or field placements. Placements are not guaranteed. For work rights during and after study, including PGWP rules for college programmes, see our Canada country guide.
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FAQs
How much does Algonquin cost for an Indian student?
Algonquin estimates CAD 17,225–23,000 for tuition and books for one 8-month year, including health insurance and the U-Pass. The exact amount depends on the programme; use Algonquin's Tuition Fees Estimator and select 'International'.
Why does Algonquin talk about an 'International Student Premium'?
Algonquin charges international students the domestic tuition plus a premium. In 2026-27 the premium for graduate certificates and bachelor's degrees is CAD 6,159.36 per term, and for PGWP-eligible diplomas CAD 6,693.82 per term.
Are Algonquin programmes PGWP-eligible?
Algonquin publishes a list of PGWP-eligible programmes (121 programmes for 2027 starts). Eligibility is set when you apply for your study permit. Check IRCC's current rules too.
What English score do I need?
For graduate certificates such as Cyber Security Analysis, IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 88 or Duolingo 120. Requirements vary by programme.
Sources
- Algonquin: international students (opens in a new tab)
- Algonquin: international fees and expenses (opens in a new tab)
- Algonquin: international student fees (premiums) (opens in a new tab)
- Algonquin: Tuition Fees Estimator (opens in a new tab)
- Algonquin: PGWP-eligible programmes (opens in a new tab)
- Algonquin: Cyber Security Analysis (opens in a new tab)
- Algonquin: international admissions (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.algonquincollege.com (opens in a new tab)
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