About the university
Loyalist College is a public college in Belleville, Ontario, on the Bay of Quinte between Toronto and Ottawa. It has campuses in Belleville and Port Hope and smaller sites in Bancroft and Tyendinaga, and runs over 70 full-time programmes.
Loyalist focuses on hands-on, career-focused programmes: computer systems, mechatronics, electrical and construction engineering technology, biotechnology, health and community services, and a few one- and two-year graduate certificates such as Artificial Intelligence and Data Science and Cyber Security.
For Indian students the attractions are lower tuition than many Toronto colleges (CAD 16,695 a year at the standard 2026-27 rate) and lower living costs in a small city. Loyalist has suspended a number of programmes since Fall 2025 and several popular programmes, such as Practical Nursing and the BScN, are now open to domestic students only. Check that your programme is open to international applicants.
Belleville is a small city with a limited part-time job market compared with the Greater Toronto Area. Loyalist has 606 residence beds on its Belleville campus.
- Founded
- 1967, as one of Ontario's public colleges of applied arts and technology
- Type
- Public college; certificates, diplomas, graduate certificates and a nursing degree
- Campuses
- Belleville (main), Port Hope, Bancroft and Tyendinaga, in eastern Ontario
- Programmes
- Over 70 full-time programmes at Belleville and Port Hope
- Alumni
- Almost 50,000
- Intakes
- Mainly September; some programmes start in January
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (Ontario Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$16,695
- Duration
- 2 semesters
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (Loyalist post-graduate minimums)
- Postgraduate
Cyber Security (Ontario Graduate Certificate, 2-year)
- Fee / year
- C$16,695
- Duration
- 4 semesters, with a co-op in semester four
- Intakes
- January
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (Loyalist post-graduate minimums)
- Postgraduate
Renewable Energy Systems (Ontario Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$17,135
- Duration
- 2 semesters
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 84; Duolingo 115; CAEL 70 (Loyalist post-graduate minimums)
- Undergraduate
Computer Systems Technician (Ontario College Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$16,695
- Duration
- 4 semesters (2 years)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80; Duolingo 105; CAEL 60 (Loyalist diploma minimums)
- Undergraduate
Mechatronics (Ontario College Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$16,695
- Duration
- 4 semesters (2 years)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80; Duolingo 105; CAEL 60 (Loyalist diploma minimums)
- Undergraduate
Electrical Engineering Technician – Industrial (Ontario College Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$15,900
- Duration
- 4 semesters (2 years)
- Intakes
- January and September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80; Duolingo 105; CAEL 60 (Loyalist diploma minimums)
- Undergraduate
Construction Engineering Technician (Ontario College Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$15,900
- Duration
- 4 semesters, with a semester-long field placement
- Intakes
- January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80; Duolingo 105; CAEL 60 (Loyalist diploma minimums)
- Undergraduate
Biotechnology (Ontario College Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$15,900
- Duration
- 4 semesters (2 years)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 80; Duolingo 105; CAEL 60 (Loyalist diploma minimums)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (Ontario Graduate Certificate) | 2 semesters | C$16,695 | ≈ ₹11.2 lakh |
| Cyber Security (Ontario Graduate Certificate, 2-year) | 4 semesters, with a co-op in semester four | C$16,695 | ≈ ₹11.2 lakh |
| Renewable Energy Systems (Ontario Graduate Certificate) | 2 semesters | C$17,135 | ≈ ₹11.5 lakh |
| Computer Systems Technician (Ontario College Diploma) | 4 semesters (2 years) | C$16,695 | ≈ ₹11.2 lakh |
| Mechatronics (Ontario College Diploma) | 4 semesters (2 years) | C$16,695 | ≈ ₹11.2 lakh |
| Electrical Engineering Technician – Industrial (Ontario College Diploma) | 4 semesters (2 years) | C$15,900 | ≈ ₹10.7 lakh |
| Construction Engineering Technician (Ontario College Diploma) | 4 semesters, with a semester-long field placement | C$15,900 | ≈ ₹10.7 lakh |
| Biotechnology (Ontario College Diploma) | 4 semesters (2 years) | C$15,900 | ≈ ₹10.7 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.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Loyalist College with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Diplomas: Class 12 equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma, with Grade 12 English; technology programmes recommend or require Grade 11 or 12 mathematics.
- Pharmacy Technician needs Grade 12 English and Mathematics and Grade 11 or 12 Biology and Chemistry, each at 60% or more.
- Loyalist may ask for a credential assessment from ICAS or WES. Transcripts not in English must be translated word for word.
Postgraduate
- Ontario graduate certificates need a diploma, advanced diploma or degree; some name the field (Cyber Security needs an IT diploma or degree; Renewable Energy Systems needs mechanical, electrical or related study).
- Check that the programme page lists "International Students" under "Open to": some graduate certificates, such as Supply Chain Management – Global Logistics and Addictions and Mental Health, are open to domestic students only.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (diplomas)
- Degree or diploma certificate and transcripts (graduate certificates)
- English test score
- Credential assessment (ICAS or WES) if Loyalist asks for it
- Provincial Attestation Letter (issued by Loyalist) for the study permit
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 | 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0 (certificates and diplomas); 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 (graduate certificates). Some programmes ask for more. |
| TOEFL iBT | 80, with 20 in each section (diplomas); 84, with 21 in each section (graduate certificates) |
| Duolingo English Test | 105, no band below 90 (diplomas); 115, no band below 100 (graduate certificates) |
| CAEL | 60 overall, writing 60 (diplomas); 70 overall, writing 60 (graduate certificates) |
| PTE and waivers | Loyalist's requirements page does not list PTE Academic or a Class 12 English waiver for India. Ask admissions before relying on either. |
Accommodation and living costs
Loyalist has 606 residence beds in Belleville: apartment-style single rooms and townhouses with single or shared rooms. It also has housing in Port Hope and an off-campus housing office that helps with leases and budgeting.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment-style single room, Belleville2026-27 contract for new students | C$4,886per academic year (Fall and Winter) | ≈ ₹3.3 lakh |
| Townhouse, shared room, BellevilleUtilities about CAD 450 a term extra | C$4,160per academic year | ≈ ₹2.8 lakh |
| Townhouse, single room, BellevilleUtilities about CAD 450 a term extra | C$8,320per academic year | ≈ ₹5.6 lakh |
| International student health insurance2026-27, 12 months' cover | C$660per year | ≈ ₹44,187 |
Campus and location
The main Belleville campus is in a small city on the Bay of Quinte, roughly halfway between Toronto and Ottawa. Port Hope is closer to the Greater Toronto Area.
- Most programmes open to international students are taught at Belleville.
- Several programmes include off-campus experiential learning or field placements, which can add travel costs.
- Loyalist describes itself as one of Canada's Top 50 Research Colleges.
- Ontario's KPI survey (released February 2024) showed 100% employer satisfaction with Loyalist graduates hired.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Loyalist programmes focus on job-ready skills, with labs, field placements and, in some graduate certificates, a co-op term. Loyalist lists its PGWP-aligned programmes but says IRCC makes the final decision; see our Canada guide for current work rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Employer satisfaction with graduates hired | 100% | Ontario KPI results released February 2024, quoted by Loyalist |
| Alumni | Almost 50,000 | Loyalist College |
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FAQs
How much are Loyalist's fees for Indian students?
Most programmes charge the 2026-27 standard international rate of CAD 8,347.50 a term, or CAD 16,695 for a two-term year. High-demand programmes cost more. Add about CAD 1,500 a year in Belleville ancillary fees and CAD 659.50 for health insurance.
Which Loyalist programmes are open to international students?
Each programme page shows who it is open to. When we checked, AI and Data Science, Cyber Security, Renewable Energy Systems, Computer Systems Technician, Mechatronics and several engineering technician diplomas were open to international students, while Practical Nursing, the BScN and Supply Chain Management – Global Logistics were domestic only.
What English score does Loyalist need?
IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0) for diplomas and 6.5 (no band below 6.0) for graduate certificates. TOEFL, Duolingo and CAEL are also accepted. Pharmacy Technician asks for IELTS 7.0.
Does Loyalist offer scholarships to international students?
Loyalist does not publish entrance scholarships for international students. Its donor-funded bursaries and awards are for students who are already enrolled, and each award sets its own rules.
Is there on-campus housing?
Yes. Belleville residence costs CAD 4,886 for an apartment-style single room or CAD 4,160 for a shared townhouse room for 2026-27.
Sources
- Loyalist: tuition and fee schedule 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- Loyalist: PGWP-aligned programmes (opens in a new tab)
- Loyalist: international admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Loyalist: Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (opens in a new tab)
- Loyalist: Cyber Security (opens in a new tab)
- Loyalist: Belleville residence (opens in a new tab)
- Loyalist: donor-supported bursaries and scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- Loyalist: about (opens in a new tab)
- Loyalist: international applicants (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.loyalistcollege.com (opens in a new tab)
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