Mohawk College

Hamilton, Canada Founded 1966

Updated Sep 2026

Overview

English Name: Mohawk College
Founded: 1966
Institution Type: College
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Mohawk College is a public college of applied arts and technology in Hamilton, Ontario, founded in 1966.

It serves an annual enrolment of more than 13,000 students, including more than 3,000 international students from 80+ countries, across roughly 160 programs spanning healthcare, technology, business, and skilled trades. The college's main campus is Fennell Campus in Hamilton, complemented by the Institute for Applied Health Sciences (co-located with McMaster University), the Stoney Creek Campus for Skilled Trades, and the Centre for Aviation Technology at Hamilton International Airport, plus partner delivery sites including Six Nations Polytechnic locations.

Mohawk has been ranked the #1 college in the Greater Toronto/Hamilton Area for eight consecutive years by a national ranking. Domestic applications for full-time programs are processed through Ontario's centralized ontariocolleges.ca portal, while international applicants apply directly through Mohawk's International Centre.

The college runs a standard two-semester (Fall/Winter) academic year for most programs plus a Summer term, with September, January, and May international intakes.

Tuition is set per credential category rather than a single flat rate, with separate schedules for standard (most) programs, deregulated programs, and Aviation prograMs.

Location & Contact

Mohawk College's street address and primary contact methods. Social channels often differentiate by purpose — admissions on one, alumni on another, events on a third.

Academic Details

Mohawk College's academic structure, enrolment numbers, and accreditation context are gathered below. Together they describe how the institution operates beyond the surface-level overview.

Academic Year: Two main semesters (Fall/Winter) plus a Summer term; international intakes in September, January and May
Admission Requirements: DOMESTIC APPLICANTS (Canadian citizens and permanent residents, living in Canada or abroad) apply through the Ontario College Application System at ontariocolleges.ca. Mohawk's stated floor for entry to a post-secondary program is an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, the equivalent as judged by the college, or being 19 or older when the program starts. Individual programs add their own required Grade 11 and Grade 12 subjects on top of that, so the Admission tab of the program page is the binding list. Where more qualified people apply than there are seats, Mohawk ranks candidates on the average of their highest senior-level final grades in the required courses and may also ask for a portfolio, a questionnaire or attendance at an information session; meeting the minimum does not by itself secure a seat. Offers to oversubscribed programs are made in a published order of priority: permanent residents of Ontario first, then permanent residents of other Canadian provinces and territories, then international applicants. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS (citizens of another country who do not hold permanent residence in Canada) use a separate stream, not the domestic one. Applications go through the OCAS International Application Service, either as a student direct application or submitted by an authorised Mohawk representative. The application fee is CAD 100, non-refundable and non-transferable, and it covers up to two program choices that begin in the same August-to-July academic year. Mohawk publishes an application deadline for each intake rather than one annual date; files arriving later are weighed against remaining program capacity, visa status and study-permit processing time for the applicant's region. Since 1 April 2024, an applicant must accept the offer and pay the tuition amount set out in it before Mohawk releases the Letter of Acceptance, Provincial Attestation Letter and Record of Payment needed for a study permit. ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROOF is required of anyone whose first language is not English, or who studied in a country Mohawk does not count as English-speaking - this applies to domestic and international applicants alike. Mohawk sets different minimums by credential level: - Ontario College Certificate, two-year Ontario College Diploma and three-year Advanced Diploma: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no band under 5.5; TOEFL iBT 80 with no section under 20; PTE Academic 50 with no band under 43; CAEL 50 with no band under 40; Duolingo 105-110 with no band under 100; CLBPT 7 with no band under 7. - Post-graduate (Ontario College Graduate Certificate) programs: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band under 6.0; TOEFL iBT 88 with no section under 22; PTE Academic 58 with no band under 51; CAEL 60 with no band under 50; Duolingo 115-120 with no band under 105; CLBPT 8 with no band under 8. - Bachelor's degrees: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band under 6.0; TOEFL iBT 90 made up of Reading 22, Listening 22, Speaking 22 and Writing 24. Completing level 8 of Mohawk's General Arts and Science - English for Academic Purposes program is accepted in place of a test at certificate, diploma and post-graduate level, and mature applicants may instead sit Mohawk's own admissions test. An Ontario secondary-school diploma that includes ENG4C satisfies the English requirement for most Mohawk programs, though not all of them. Several programs set a higher bar than the table above, so always read the program page too. Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging require IELTS Academic 7.0 with no band under 6.5, or TOEFL iBT 98 taken within two years of applying. Pharmacy Technician asks for IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in every band or TOEFL iBT 91. Practical Nursing, Early Childhood Education and the Radiography and Ultrasonography advanced diplomas ask for IELTS 6.5 with no band under 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 83. Massage Therapy publishes a band-by-band IELTS pattern - Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.5, Reading 6.5 and Listening 7.5 - or TOEFL iBT 88. Domestic applicants must have official test results and transcripts sent to ontariocolleges.ca by the issuing body; documents a domestic applicant forwards themselves are treated as unofficial and cannot be used for admission. International applicants may submit their official documents to Ontario Colleges directly.
Total Students: 13,000
Campus Setting: Urban

Academic Structures

The schools and colleges that constitute Mohawk College's academic body are organised below. Each often controls its own admissions criteria, scholarships, and programme entry standards.

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  • Centre for Aviation Technology
  • Fennell Campus
  • Institute for Applied Health Sciences
  • Stoney Creek Campus

Programs Offered

Every programme Mohawk College offers, searchable by name and grouped by level. Pathway programmes leading from foundation to bachelor entry are sometimes listed separately from full degree programmes.

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

Bachelor's Degree 18 programmes

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Honours Degree 2 programmes

Certificate 17 programmes

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Diploma 46 programmes

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Higher Diploma 26 programmes

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Postgraduate Certificate 13 programmes

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How to apply to Mohawk College

Application guidance for Mohawk College, structured as five practical steps with attention to documents and admissions communication.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Use the programme finder to browse Mohawk College's 122 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Programme-level requirements at Mohawk College typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Mohawk College processes applications through www.mohawkcollege.ca. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mohawk College

Frequently asked questions about Mohawk College, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.

In what year was Mohawk College established?

Mohawk College was founded in 1966 (approximately 60 years ago).

Where is Mohawk College located?

Mohawk College is located in Hamilton, Canada.

What is the student enrolment at Mohawk College?

Student enrolment at Mohawk College is around 13,000.

How many faculties does Mohawk College have?

Mohawk College has 4 academic units.

How do I find Mohawk College online?

The institution's website is www.mohawkcollege.ca.

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