Holland College is a post-secondary institution in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, focused on hands-on, career-focused education.
Holland College was founded in 1969 and opened with founding president Dr. Glendenning. The college describes itself as a leader in hands-on, career-focused post-secondary education in Atlantic Canada. It is located in the heart of Prince Edward Island and aims to provide an accessible, inclusive and supportive learning environment for students coming from high school, returning to education, or advancing their careers.
Holland College offers over 60 full-time programs that provide hands-on training and real-world experience. The college also offers more than 130 degree pathways in Canada, the USA, and overseas. Holland College supports economic prosperity in Prince Edward Island by seeking collaborations with industry and community groups.
Holland College has 5 campus locations, plus adult education centres, language training and other specifiable facilities, from Georgetown to West Prince. The Prince of Wales Campus at 140 Weymouth Street in Charlottetown is the largest, with over 1500 students in a variety of programs. The Summerside Waterfront Campus is located at 98 Water Street in Summerside. The Atlantic Police Academy campus includes the Atlantic Tactical Training and Innovation Centre, a driving course, a weapons range, and residences for cadets. Listed facilities include the Samuels Campus Store, a library, residences, and the McMillan Centre, which offers a gymnasium, fitness centre, indoor walking/running track, fitness studio, locker rooms, first aid/physiotherapy room, and food service and cafe.
Applicants can apply through the general application on MyDashboard, which is open to all applicants. Separate admission routes are available for mature students and international applicants.
Holland College earned the internationally recognized ISO 9001 certification in 1999. In a student survey, 96% of students said they would recommend Holland College. Of the 2025 graduates, 93% were employed within a year.