Canadian College for Higher Studies is a private career college in Toronto offering diplomas in business, hospitality, IT and healthcare administration, many with work placements. It is best known for short, applied programmes in the city. Programmes at private career colleges are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit, so check the rules first.
Toronto, Canada
Official website: thecanadiancollege.ca
Private career college in Ontario
Toronto
Diplomas with work placements
CA$13,000 – CA$18,000
International students, diploma programmes
CA$18,000 – CA$24,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on thecanadiancollege.ca before you apply.
Business Administration Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Hospitality Management Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
IT Support Specialist Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Healthcare Administration Diploma
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Work placements in many diplomas.
Several start dates a year.
Toronto location.
Graduates move into office, hospitality and IT support roles in Toronto.
Private career college programmes are generally not eligible for a post-graduation work permit.
Check current IRCC rules before applying.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
The college teaches from a city building with classrooms and labs rather than a residential campus.
Toronto is Canada's largest city, with a huge job market and high rent.
Letter of acceptance from the institution
Ontario provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
The college accepts applications on a rolling basis. Apply four to six months before the start date.
Most diplomas start in January, May and September.
You need a Canadian study permit, supported by the letter of acceptance from Canadian College for Higher Studies and a provincial attestation letter where required. Apply online to IRCC with proof of funds and give biometrics.
Business administration, hospitality management, IT support and healthcare administration are popular. Entry needs high school completion and IELTS 5.5.
The college may offer some bursaries. Ask the admissions team about current offers.
