About the university
Holland College is Prince Edward Island's public college, founded in 1969. It runs more than 60 full-time programmes from campuses in Charlottetown, Summerside and across PEI, and Culinary Arts at its Tourism & Culinary Centre is taught by the Culinary Institute of Canada, which the college calls Canada's premier culinary school.
Indian students apply for one-year post-graduate certificates such as Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics and Sustainable Business Leadership, and two-year diplomas in Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Culinary Arts and Practical Nursing. Fees are published on each programme page; first-year international tuition is about CAD 11,000–13,800, and the college's programme availability page shows which intakes are open to international applicants.
- Founded
- 1969
- Type
- Public college of Prince Edward Island and a Designated Learning Institution (DLI O19220082122)
- Programmes
- More than 60 full-time programmes: certificates, diplomas and one-year post-graduate certificates
- Campuses
- Prince of Wales Campus (Charlottetown), Tourism & Culinary Centre, Summerside Waterfront Campus, West Prince Campus and specialist centres
- Intakes
- Mostly September; some programmes also January
- Residence
- Glendenning Hall and Cumberland Residence in Charlottetown (266 beds in furnished apartments)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (Post-Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$13,796
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6); TOEFL iBT 85; PTE 60; Duolingo 120 (no section below 115); CAEL 60
- Postgraduate
Sustainable Business Leadership (Post-Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$13,796
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6); TOEFL iBT 85; PTE 60; Duolingo 120 (no section below 115); CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
Business Administration (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$11,940
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6); TOEFL iBT 85; PTE 60; Duolingo 120 (no section below 115); CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
Computer Information Systems (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$10,990
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6); TOEFL iBT 85; PTE 60; Duolingo 120 (no section below 115); CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
Computer Networking Technology (Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$11,940
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6); TOEFL iBT 85; PTE 60; Duolingo 120 (no section below 115); CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
Culinary Arts (Diploma), Culinary Institute of Canada
- Fee / year
- C$13,796
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6); TOEFL iBT 85; PTE 60; Duolingo 120 (no section below 115); CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$12,399
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- September (Prince of Wales Campus); January (Summerside)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6); TOEFL iBT 85; PTE 60; Duolingo 120 (no section below 115); CAEL 60; also Grade 12 academic English at 70% or more
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (Post-Graduate Certificate) | 1 year | C$13,796 | ≈ ₹9.2 lakh |
| Sustainable Business Leadership (Post-Graduate Certificate) | 1 year | C$13,796 | ≈ ₹9.2 lakh |
| Business Administration (Diploma) | 2 years | C$11,940 | ≈ ₹8 lakh |
| Computer Information Systems (Diploma) | 2 years | C$10,990 | ≈ ₹7.4 lakh |
| Computer Networking Technology (Diploma) | 2 years | C$11,940 | ≈ ₹8 lakh |
| Culinary Arts (Diploma), Culinary Institute of Canada | 2 years | C$13,796 | ≈ ₹9.2 lakh |
| Practical Nursing (Diploma) | 2 years | C$12,399 | ≈ ₹8.3 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
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Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Diplomas and certificates: Grade 12 (Class 12) or equivalent, plus any subjects the programme lists, such as academic maths for Computer Information Systems.
- Practical Nursing needs Grade 12 academic English (70%), biology (70%), chemistry (70%) and maths (65%), plus first aid and CPR, WHMIS and police checks before placements.
- Most programmes ask for a résumé listing work and volunteer experience, memberships and awards.
Postgraduate
- Post-graduate certificates need a post-secondary diploma or degree. AI and Data Analytics prefers a background in computer science, information systems, statistics or maths; Sustainable Business Leadership prefers two or more years' work experience.
- Check the programme availability page: apply only to intakes marked open for international applicants.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree or diploma transcripts (post-graduate certificates)
- Résumé
- English test result
- Provincial Attestation Letter for the study permit, unless IRCC exempts you
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 | 6.5 overall, no band below 6 |
| PTE Academic | 60 |
| TOEFL iBT | 85 (4.5 for tests after January 2026); TOEFL Essentials not accepted |
| Duolingo English Test | 120, no section below 115 |
| English-medium study | Exempt after three consecutive years of full-time English-medium post-secondary study finished within two years of the programme start. No Class 12 waiver is listed |
Accommodation and living costs
Holland College has two residences in Charlottetown: Glendenning Hall (186 beds in 90 furnished apartments) and Cumberland Residence (80 beds in 31 apartments). Fees include furniture, heat, electricity, Wi-Fi and parking, and depend on your programme end date; rates are in the college's 2026-27 rate sheets. Rooms are in high demand, so apply with your programme application.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Residence damage depositDue at registration | C$500one-off | ≈ ₹33,500 |
| Health and dental insurance (international)Shown in programme fee tables | C$1,220per year | ≈ ₹81,740 |
Campus and location
Holland College's Prince of Wales Campus is in Charlottetown, and the Tourism & Culinary Centre, Summerside Waterfront Campus, West Prince Campus and specialist centres are spread across Prince Edward Island.
- Culinary Arts, Pastry Arts and the AI and Data Analytics certificate are taught at the Tourism & Culinary Centre.
- Engineering technology programmes such as Electromechanical and Automotive Technology run at the Summerside Waterfront Campus.
- Specialist centres include the Atlantic Police Academy and the Marine Training Centre.
- Residence apartments are in Charlottetown.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Holland College programmes are applied and career-focused. Jobs are not guaranteed. For work rights during and after study, including PGWP rules for college programmes, see our Canada country guide; Holland College also publishes its own PGWP eligibility page.
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FAQs
How much does Holland College cost for Indian students?
First-year international tuition is about CAD 11,000–13,800, depending on the programme. For example, AI and Data Analytics is CAD 13,796 tuition and CAD 15,374 in total payable to the college, including health insurance.
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6, TOEFL iBT 85, PTE 60 or Duolingo 120. Holland College lists no Class 12 English waiver for Indian students.
Is the Culinary Institute of Canada part of Holland College?
Yes. Holland College's Culinary Arts diploma page presents the Culinary Institute of Canada as its culinary school, and the programme is taught at the Tourism & Culinary Centre.
Does Holland College have student housing?
Yes, two residence buildings in Charlottetown with furnished apartments. A CAD 500 damage deposit is due at registration.
Sources
- Holland College: international students (opens in a new tab)
- Holland College: programme availability (opens in a new tab)
- Holland College: post-graduate certificates (opens in a new tab)
- Holland College: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Holland College: student housing (opens in a new tab)
- Holland College: about (opens in a new tab)
- Holland College: AI and Data Analytics (opens in a new tab)
- Holland College: Culinary Arts (opens in a new tab)
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