Cégep Heritage College

Location Gatineau
Established 1988
Famous For Only English-language College in Western Quebec

Overview

Cegep Heritage College, commonly known as Heritage College, is a public English-language education institution in Gatineau, Quebec.

In the region of entire western Quebec, it is the only English-language college that offers two types of programs- technical and pre-university. The pre-university programs take only two years to complete and cover most of the subject matter that corresponds to the additional year at high school while preparing for a chosen field in university. This duration is also considered the first year of university in other areas of Canada. Students who can complete the pre-university programs usually finish their undergraduate degrees in three years.

The technical programs at the college take up to three years to complete and can be taken up by students who want to pursue a skilled trade. These courses lead to a Diploma of College Studies (DEC). Apart from these programs, Cegep Heritage College also offers various continuing education courses, many of which lead to an Attestation of College Studies (AEC).

Services for International Students

Cegep Heritage College has a student-centred community that promotes excellence in education through a supportive and personal learning environment, recognizing the importance of continuous learning. Besides the quality education faculty members provide, students can also participate in various extracurricular activities to enhance their personal and professional development.

The vibrant and active campus supports student initiatives by organizing opportunities for leadership training through sports and recreational and cultural activities. There is a wide range of intercollegiate teams for skilled athletes. Students can be members of Alliance Sports-Etudes, allowing them to play high-calibre sports while pursuing college studies.

The College also organizes fun activities and events, enabling students to build relationships through sociocultural events all year round. Students can participate in intramural activities each semester, including the yearly Intramural McGill Festival. Through the fitness centre, college students can stay fit through yoga, spinning, Zumba, dance, and meditation. Other health and wellness services are also provided so students can take care of their mental and physical health during their studies at the College.

Ranking

  • 232nd in Canada by Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
  • 216th in Canada by Unipage Rankings

About Location

Cegep Heritage College does not provide on-campus accommodation options for students, but as it is located in downtown Ottawa, off-campus accommodation is readily available. Shared rentals and apartments can be taken by students for independent living near the campus, according to their budget and interests in other activities.

Alumni

The only tuition-free CEGEP in Western Quebec, Heritage College is located in Gatineau, just 10 minutes from Downtown Ottawa. Being in the heart of the National Capital Region with the surrounding natural beauty of the scenic Gatineau makes the college campus one of the best to pursue education.

The college has two campuses, one in Cite-des-Jeunes and the other in Campbells' Bay. Students can take advantage of a vibrant campus life that includes complimentary breakfast,s BBQs, coffee houses, spacious grounds, a vast library, and onsite parking.

The nearest airport for international students is the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW/CYOW), just 23 km away.

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