Georgian College is a multi-campus college in Central Ontario, established in 1967, with its listed campus in Barrie.
Georgian College was established in 1967 and is a multi-campus college in Central Ontario, with its listed campus in Barrie. Its vision is to accelerate success through exceptional teaching and learning, innovation and partnerships. Its mission is to inspire innovation, transform lives and connect communities through the power of education.
Georgian College has 17 academic schools and offers more than 130 market-driven programs. The college states that 100% of its programs emphasize practical, hands-on learning, and most offer a formal work-integrated opportunity. The average class size is 25 students. The college has 370 transfer agreements with 85 institutions.
The college offers on-campus residences in Barrie and Owen Sound, along with a variety of off-campus housing options. Wiidookdaading Indigenous Resource Centres are located at its Barrie, Midland and Owen Sound campuses. The Peter B. Moore Advanced Technology Centre provides students and industry partners with access to research, incubator, changemaker and fabrication space. Listed facilities include computer labs, a Personal Support Worker simulation lab, a testing centre, fitness centres and a state-of-the-art sports field.
Georgian College is the first and only college in Canada designated a changemaker college by Ashoka U, recognized for its role in social innovation and changemaking in higher education. It offers Transport Canada–approved programs in Marine Navigation and Marine Engineering, along with advanced simulation-based training. 3% in the 2022-23 key performance indicators.
Admission routes include domestic postsecondary applications through the Ontario college application, mature student admission for certificate or diploma programs, and admission for home-schooled applicants. Advanced standing is available for college and university transfers. Highly competitive programs are ranked on grades.