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Collège Shawinigan

Shawinigan, Canada • Founded 1968

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: cegepshawinigan.ca

Overview

English Name: Collège Shawinigan
Founded: 1968
Institution Type: College

Cégep de Shawinigan is a public French-language cégep at 2263, avenue du Collège in Shawinigan, Quebec, with a satellite campus in La Tuque.

Its regular division offers pre-university and technical DEC programs spanning sciences, humanities, arts, health sciences, engineering technologies, early childhood education, information technology, and graphic design. A continuing-education division awards attestations d'études collégiales (AEC), runs reconnaissance des acquis et des compétences (RAC) skills-recognition assessments, and provides professional-development and corporate training.

Several technical programs use work-integrated learning, including co-op placements, workplace apprenticeships, and work-study alternation. The cégep maintains dedicated international-student recruitment with admission support, integration services, and an Air Canada travel partnership, alongside specific pathways for Indigenous learners (Premières Nations, Métis et Inuits).

It houses the CNETE technology-transfer centre and an Observatory for Prehospital Care Ecosystems tied to its health prograMs. Its "Électriks" teams compete in student sport, and its sports centre, including a pool and fitness facilities, is open to the public.

Instruction throughout is in French. The institution suits recent Quebec secondary-school graduates pursuing a pre-university diploma before university entry or a technical credential leading to skilled work, adults upgrading through continuing education, and international or Indigenous students seeking dedicated admission and integration support in the Mauricie region.

Location & Contact

Collège Shawinigan's campus location, postal address, and admissions contact channels are below.

Academic Details

Collège Shawinigan's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.

Admission Requirements: DOMESTIC APPLICANTS (Quebec / Canadian). Academic basis: a Diplôme d'études secondaires (DES) with Langue d'enseignement de 5e secondaire, Langue seconde de 5e secondaire, Mathématiques de 4e secondaire, Sciences de 4e secondaire and Histoire et éducation à la citoyenneté de 4e secondaire - or a DEP with the first three of those, or schooling the Cégep judges equivalent; each program carries its own additional subject prerequisites, published on that program's own page. How to apply: online through SRAM (admission.sram.qc.ca). For the Fall 2026 session the college's own page lists three SRAM rounds: first round 1 March 2026, second round 23 April 2026, third round 28 May 2026. The page notes candidates may apply before finishing their prerequisites, provided they 'regularize' their file before starting at the Cégep. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS. How to apply: (1) apply through SRAM, fee $85 CAD; (2) sit a French-language test reaching a 'classement C1' both overall and on the mandatory written- and oral-comprehension sub-tests; (3) apply for the Certificat d'acceptation du Québec (CAQ), fee $132 CAD, 1-2 months to process; (4) apply for the study permit, fee $150 CAD, roughly 3 months to process; the page adds that some steps run 3-8 weeks. Deadlines to submit the SRAM application: 14 March for the Fall session, 31 May for the Winter session.
Total Students: 1,200

Programs Offered

All active programmes at Collège Shawinigan are listed by degree level.

16 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Canada

Diploma 16 programmes

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How to apply to Collège Shawinigan

Step-by-step guidance for applying to Collège Shawinigan, in five steps.

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    Research programmes at Collège Shawinigan

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Collège Shawinigan offers 16 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

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    Review admissions criteria

    Each programme at Collège Shawinigan has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

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    Gather supporting documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

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    Lodge your application

    Apply directly via Collège Shawinigan's online portal at www.cegepshawinigan.ca. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

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    Confirm receipt and track progress

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Collège Shawinigan

Concise answers to common questions about Collège Shawinigan.

How old is Collège Shawinigan?

The institution opened in 1968 (approximately 58 years ago).

What city is Collège Shawinigan in?

Collège Shawinigan operates from Shawinigan, Canada.

How big is Collège Shawinigan's student body?

Collège Shawinigan serves approximately 1,200 students.

How do I find Collège Shawinigan online?

Collège Shawinigan's official website is www.cegepshawinigan.ca.

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