About the university
Sheridan College opened in 1967 as a local college of 400 students and now teaches about 26,000 students a year at three campuses west of Toronto: Trafalgar in Oakville, Davis in Brampton and Hazel McCallion in Mississauga. It offers more than 100 programmes, including 28 degree programmes, across five faculties.
Sheridan is known for applied teaching in business, digital media, visual arts and design, performing arts, applied computing and engineering sciences. Its honours bachelor's degrees in computer science, cyber security and mechanical engineering include internships or co-op terms.
Indian students mostly apply for Sheridan's one-year or two-year Ontario College Graduate Certificates in AI, data analytics, cloud security, supply chain, financial technology and project management. Two-year tracks with a work-integrated learning term are offered for several of these, and Sheridan marks on each page whether a programme is PGWP-aligned.
Living in Oakville, Brampton or Mississauga puts you in the Greater Toronto Area job market. Brampton and Mississauga have large Indian communities. Rents are high across the region, so plan your housing early.
- Founded
- 1967, starting as a local college of 400 students
- Type
- Public Ontario college offering certificates, diplomas, graduate certificates and 28 degree programmes
- Students
- About 26,000 a year
- Campuses
- Trafalgar (Oakville), Davis (Brampton) and Hazel McCallion (Mississauga)
- Programmes
- More than 100 across five faculties
- Intakes
- September, January and (for some programmes) May
- Alumni
- 240,000+
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Artificial Intelligence Development and Applications (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$20,670
- Duration
- 1 year (optional co-op) or 2 years (with work-integrated learning)
- Intakes
- January 2027 (1- and 2-year tracks); September 2027 (2-year track), Trafalgar campus
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
Applied Data Analytics and Visualization (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$19,767
- Duration
- 1 year (optional co-op) or 2 years (co-op or workplace simulation)
- Intakes
- January and September 2027 (1-year); May and September 2027 (2-year), Hazel McCallion campus
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
Cloud Security (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$19,784
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- January 2027 (Davis campus, Brampton)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
Supply Chain Management – Logistics Automation (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$18,541
- Duration
- 1 year (optional co-op) or 2 years (with work-integrated learning)
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027 (Hazel McCallion campus)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
Financial Technology (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$20,057
- Duration
- 1 year, optional co-op
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027 (Hazel McCallion campus)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
Project Management (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$18,172
- Duration
- 1 year (8 months of study plus optional co-op)
- Intakes
- Check the programme page for open international intakes
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
Honours Bachelor of Computer Science
- Fee / year
- C$23,010
- Duration
- 4 years, with an internship or co-op between years 3 and 4
- Intakes
- Check the programme page for open international intakes
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
Honours Bachelor of Information Sciences (Cyber Security)
- Fee / year
- C$23,823
- Duration
- 4 years, with an internship of up to 28 weeks
- Intakes
- Check the programme page for open international intakes
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence Development and Applications (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 1 year (optional co-op) or 2 years (with work-integrated learning) | C$20,670 | ≈ ₹13.8 lakh |
| Applied Data Analytics and Visualization (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 1 year (optional co-op) or 2 years (co-op or workplace simulation) | C$19,767 | ≈ ₹13.2 lakh |
| Cloud Security (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 1 year | C$19,784 | ≈ ₹13.3 lakh |
| Supply Chain Management – Logistics Automation (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 1 year (optional co-op) or 2 years (with work-integrated learning) | C$18,541 | ≈ ₹12.4 lakh |
| Financial Technology (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 1 year, optional co-op | C$20,057 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| Project Management (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 1 year (8 months of study plus optional co-op) | C$18,172 | ≈ ₹12.2 lakh |
| Honours Bachelor of Computer Science | 4 years, with an internship or co-op between years 3 and 4 | C$23,010 | ≈ ₹15.4 lakh |
| Honours Bachelor of Information Sciences (Cyber Security) | 4 years, with an internship of up to 28 weeks | C$23,823 | ≈ ₹16 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 Sheridan College with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- New international students in eligible programmes (Winter, Spring or Fall 2027 intakes)
International Entrance Scholarship
Value: CAD 2,000 (1-year programme), CAD 3,000 (2-year), CAD 4,000 (3-year) or CAD 5,000 (4-year degree)
Eligibility: No application needed; the amount appears on your Letter of Acceptance. You must accept your offer, pay fees on time and stay full time past the 10th day of classes.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Bachelor's degree, years 2 to 4
Degree Achievement award
Value: CAD 2,000 per year
Eligibility: International students with a GPA of at least 3.6 (80%) in the previous year of the same degree.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Transfer into year 2, 3 or 4 of a bachelor's degree
Degree Pathway award
Value: CAD 2,500
Eligibility: International applicants admitted with advanced standing based on earlier postsecondary study.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Honours bachelor's degrees: Class 12 equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma with English and the listed subjects, and at least a 65% average (70% for Mechanical Engineering, which also needs Physics or Chemistry and two Grade 12 Mathematics courses).
- Computer Science asks for Grade 12 English and Advanced Functions or Calculus; Cyber Security asks for Grade 12 English, Mathematics and a science or computing subject.
- Sheridan selects degree applicants on the average of their six best senior-level subjects, including the required ones.
Postgraduate
- Ontario College Graduate Certificates need a postsecondary diploma, advanced diploma or degree, usually in a related field (for example IT or computer science for AI and Cloud Security; business, finance or computing for Financial Technology).
- Applicants from other fields may be considered with related work experience and a résumé.
- International applicants must upload official transcripts and credentials when they apply.
- Check each programme page for PGWP alignment and for international intake status (Available or Opening soon).
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (degrees)
- Degree or diploma certificate and transcripts (graduate certificates)
- English test result taken within 24 months of the start of classes
- Résumé (and cover letter for some programmes) if applying on work experience
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 | Degrees and graduate certificates: 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0. Certificates and diplomas: 6.0, no band below 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | Degrees and graduate certificates: 60, no section below 57. Diplomas: 58, no section below 49 |
| TOEFL iBT | Degrees and graduate certificates: 88, no section below 21 (or 4.5 on the 2026 scale). Diplomas: 80, no section below 20 |
| Duolingo English Test | Degrees and graduate certificates: 115, no subscore below 95. Diplomas: 105, no subscore below 85 |
| Class 12 English route | India is not on Sheridan's list of exempt countries, so Indian applicants usually need a test score or another study-based route Sheridan accepts |
Accommodation and living costs
Sheridan has residences at Trafalgar (Oakville) and Davis (Brampton); Hazel McCallion students can live at Davis. Rooms are in furnished, air-conditioned two-bedroom suites, and Davis also has cheaper quad-style rooms. Most international students rent privately in Brampton, Mississauga or Oakville.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar residence, two-bedroom suite2026-27 academic year, single payment | C$9,942September to April | ≈ ₹6.7 lakh |
| Davis residence, two-bedroom suite2026-27 academic year, single payment | C$9,283September to April | ≈ ₹6.2 lakh |
| Davis residence, quad-style2026-27 academic year, single payment | C$4,995September to April | ≈ ₹3.3 lakh |
| Winter term only (January to April 2027)Depends on campus and room type | C$2,498–4,971per term | ≈ ₹1.7 lakh – ₹3.3 lakh |
Campus and location
Sheridan's three campuses are in Halton and Peel, west of Toronto. Programmes are taught at one or two campuses each: for example, AI and Computer Science at Trafalgar (Oakville), Cloud Security and Mechanical Engineering at Davis (Brampton), and Supply Chain, Financial Technology and Data Analytics at Hazel McCallion (Mississauga).
- Trafalgar campus: 1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville.
- Davis campus: 7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton.
- Hazel McCallion campus: 4180 Duke of York Boulevard, Mississauga.
- Several graduate certificates are delivered in a hybrid format with some online classes.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Most Sheridan graduate certificates include an optional co-op term, and the two-year tracks build in a co-op or workplace simulation. Bachelor's degrees include internships or co-op of up to 16 months. Sheridan says all its bachelor's and master's degrees are PGWP-aligned; read our Canada guide for work permit rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni | 240,000+ | Sheridan About page |
| Co-op in Honours Bachelor of Computer Science | Up to 16 months of paid co-op, or a 4-month internship | Sheridan programme page |
Studying in Canada
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FAQs
How much does a Sheridan graduate certificate cost?
Sheridan estimates CAD 18,000–21,000 for the first two semesters in 2026-27, including tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges. For example, Artificial Intelligence Development and Applications is about CAD 20,670.
What is the IELTS requirement at Sheridan?
IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0 for degrees and graduate certificates, and 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for certificates and diplomas. PTE, TOEFL, Duolingo and CAEL are also accepted.
Is there a scholarship for Indian students?
Yes. The International Entrance Scholarship is automatic for eligible new international students: CAD 2,000 for a one-year programme up to CAD 5,000 for a four-year degree.
Which Sheridan programmes are PGWP-aligned?
Sheridan says all bachelor's and master's degrees are PGWP-aligned. For graduate certificates and diplomas, check the PGWP statement on each programme page and our Canada guide.
Which intakes are open for 2027?
Many graduate certificates are open for January and September 2027, and some for May 2027. Each programme page shows whether an intake is Available or Opening soon for international students.
Sources
- Sheridan: Artificial Intelligence Development and Applications (opens in a new tab)
- Sheridan: Applied Data Analytics and Visualization (opens in a new tab)
- Sheridan: Cloud Security (opens in a new tab)
- Sheridan: Honours Bachelor of Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
- Sheridan: English proficiency requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Sheridan: international scholarships and awards (opens in a new tab)
- Sheridan: residence rates and payment options (opens in a new tab)
- Sheridan: residence (opens in a new tab)
- Sheridan: About Sheridan (opens in a new tab)
- Sheridan: PGWP-aligned programmes (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.sheridancollege.ca (opens in a new tab)
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