About the university
St. Clair College is a public college in Windsor, Ontario, with its main campus on Talbot Road West, several sites in downtown Windsor and a smaller campus in Chatham, about 45 minutes away. The main campus offers over 100 programmes in health sciences, community studies, engineering technology and skilled trades, and business and IT.
Windsor sits on the Detroit River opposite Detroit, and St. Clair describes it as Canada's international gateway to the United States. The region's car industry shows in programmes such as Cybersecurity – Automobility and Electromechanical Engineering Technology – Robotics.
Indian students mostly choose St. Clair's graduate certificates in predictive data analytics, cyber security and supply chain management, and its diplomas in computer programming and networking. First-year international fees are about CAD 20,100 for most programmes, and St. Clair suggests most students budget CAD 25,000–30,000 a year to study and live in Windsor or Chatham-Kent.
St. Clair lists which of its programmes are PGWP-aligned. A programme on that list is not a guarantee of a work permit, so check IRCC's current rules and our Canada guide before you apply.
- Type
- Public Ontario college offering certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, graduate certificates and bachelor's degrees
- Campuses
- Main Windsor campus (2000 Talbot Road West), downtown Windsor sites and Chatham campus
- Programmes
- Over 100 at the main Windsor campus
- PGWP-aligned programmes
- 49 listed by St. Clair
- Intakes
- September, January and May (varies by programme)
- Application fee
- CAD 125
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Predictive Data Analytics (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$20,100
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- September (Windsor; the Chatham offering is closed)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall
- Postgraduate
Cybersecurity (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$20,100
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- September; May (Windsor)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall
- Postgraduate
Supply Chain Management (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$20,100
- Duration
- 1 year, with a capstone project
- Intakes
- September (open); St. Clair's PGWP list also shows January and May
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall
- Postgraduate
Cybersecurity – Automobility (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)
- Fee / year
- C$20,100
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- January; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall
- Undergraduate
Computer Programming (Ontario College Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$20,100
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- January; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall
- Undergraduate
Computer Systems Technician – Networking (Ontario College Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$20,100
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- January; May; September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall
- Undergraduate
Mobile Applications Development (Ontario College Advanced Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$20,100
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall
- Undergraduate
Civil Engineering Technology (Ontario College Advanced Diploma)
- Fee / year
- C$20,325
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Predictive Data Analytics (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 2 years | C$20,100 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Cybersecurity (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 1 year | C$20,100 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Supply Chain Management (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 1 year, with a capstone project | C$20,100 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Cybersecurity – Automobility (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) | 1 year | C$20,100 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Computer Programming (Ontario College Diploma) | 2 years | C$20,100 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Computer Systems Technician – Networking (Ontario College Diploma) | 2 years | C$20,100 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Mobile Applications Development (Ontario College Advanced Diploma) | 3 years | C$20,100 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Civil Engineering Technology (Ontario College Advanced Diploma) | 3 years | C$20,325 | ≈ ₹13.6 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 St. Clair College with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- Current full-time students
St. Clair College Foundation scholarships
Value: Up to CAD 5,000; the Foundation gives more than CAD 900,000 to about 900 students a year
Eligibility: Most scholarships are open to international students. You need a GPA of at least 2.0 and a SIN; apply once a year through my.StClair between 1 October and 1 December. Tuition bursaries are for domestic students only.
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Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Diplomas: Class 12 equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma with at least 50%.
- Bachelor's degrees: Class 12 with the required subjects and an overall average of at least 65%.
- Apply through the International OCAS portal; the application fee is CAD 125.
- After your offer, pay the confirmation fee on your Letter of Acceptance to receive a payment receipt and a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL).
Postgraduate
- Graduate certificates need an Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma, university degree or equivalent. Some ask for a related background: Cybersecurity, for example, expects IT, networking, programming or engineering studies.
- Predictive Data Analytics asks for a diploma or degree with a focus on business, computer science, mathematics or engineering, or related work and study experience.
- Seats can fill: fees received after the due date or after a programme is full may be returned.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (diplomas and degrees)
- Degree or diploma certificate and transcripts (graduate certificates)
- English test result taken within two years of applying
- Translations of any documents not in English
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 | Diplomas and graduate certificates: 6.0 overall. Degrees and special diplomas such as Practical Nursing: 6.5, no band below 6.0. Pharmacy Technician: 7.0, Writing 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 52 for diplomas and graduate certificates; 70 for degrees and special diplomas |
| TOEFL iBT | 60 overall for diplomas and graduate certificates; 91 (22 in each skill) for degrees and special diplomas |
| Duolingo English Test | 110 for diplomas and graduate certificates; 120 for degrees and special diplomas |
| Class 12 English route | Not available for India: India is not on St. Clair's exempt country list, so Indian applicants need a test score or St. Clair's EAP route |
Accommodation and living costs
St. Clair has three residences: GEM Residence and Quittenton Hall in Windsor, and a townhouse-style residence for 48 students in Chatham. For some programmes, first-semester GEM residence fees are bundled with tuition. St. Clair advises students renting off campus to budget about CAD 12,000–15,000 a year for rent, plus utilities and food.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Off-campus rent (Windsor or Chatham-Kent)St. Clair's estimate; utilities, wifi and groceries extra | C$12,000–15,000per year | ≈ ₹8 lakh – ₹10.1 lakh |
| GEM ResidenceUtilities included (figure from St. Clair's tuition fees page) | C$2,650per semester | ≈ ₹1.8 lakh |
| TextbooksTwo semesters | C$1,000–1,500per year | ≈ ₹67,000 – ₹1 lakh |
| Local bus pass | C$60per month | ≈ ₹4,020 |
Campus and location
The main Windsor campus on Talbot Road West has most programmes, a 10,000 sq ft fitness centre and an on-campus residence with two-bedroom suites. The downtown Windsor sites on the riverfront host creative and paralegal programmes, and the small Chatham campus has about 1,000 students.
- Main Windsor campus: 2000 Talbot Road West, Windsor.
- Chatham campus: 1001 Grand Avenue West, Chatham, about 45 minutes from Windsor.
- St. Clair has 15 varsity teams.
- Detroit, USA, is across the river from downtown Windsor.
Careers and graduate outcomes
St. Clair's programmes include experiential learning such as placements, internships or capstone projects, depending on the programme. Work permit eligibility after study depends on your programme and IRCC's rules, so check St. Clair's PGWP-aligned list and our Canada guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| PGWP-aligned programmes | 49 | St. Clair PGWP-eligible programmes page |
| Typical yearly budget to study and live in Windsor | CAD 25,000–30,000 | St. Clair tuition fees page |
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FAQs
How much are St. Clair's fees for Indian students?
For 2026-27, most programmes cost about CAD 20,100 for the first two semesters (Fall CAD 12,258.38 and Winter CAD 7,841.22), according to St. Clair's fee sheet. Practical Nursing in Chatham is about CAD 18,220.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 overall for diplomas and graduate certificates. Degrees and special diplomas such as Practical Nursing need 6.5 with no band below 6.0, and Pharmacy Technician needs 7.0.
Can I skip IELTS with my Class 12 English marks?
No. India is not on St. Clair's list of exempt countries, so you need an accepted test score or St. Clair's English for Academic Purposes route.
Which intakes does St. Clair offer?
September for most programmes, with January and May for several, such as Computer Programming and Cybersecurity – Automobility. Check the programme page for open intakes.
Are St. Clair programmes PGWP-eligible?
St. Clair lists 49 PGWP-aligned programmes, but being on the list is not a guarantee. Check IRCC's rules and our Canada guide.
Sources
- St. Clair: Tuition fee sheet, Fall 2026 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: international tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: PGWP-eligible programmes (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: international admission policies (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: Predictive Data Analytics (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: Cybersecurity (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: Supply Chain Management (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: international housing (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: residences (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: campus profiles (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair Foundation: scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- St. Clair: international students (opens in a new tab)
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