Ontario Tech University
Signs of innovation are everywhere at Ontario Tech University. The north Oshawa campus reflects the university’s emphasis on technology, with more than 80 specialized research laboratories and facilities. Among them is ACE, an automotive research centre where one of the world’s largest and most sophisticated climatic wind tunnels is being used for phase two of Project Arrow, the development of the first all-Canadian-made zero-emissions car prototype. In collaboration with Lakeridge Health, Ontario Tech is exploring AI applications to enhance patient outcomes and provide hands-on student learning opportunities. Shawenjigewining Hall houses tech-enhanced classrooms and research labs, as well as Mukwa’s Den, an Indigenous space where all students can learn more about Indigenous culture. Several downtown Oshawa buildings provide additional classrooms, labs and study space. New initiatives include AI specialization for mechanical and mechatronics engineering, the launch of the women in engineering co-op program, and two new degrees: sustainability; and sociology, technology and innovation. “Through Ontario Tech’s specialized programs, our students gain a thorough understanding of the social implications of technology. Embedded, hands-on experiential learning is central to our educational model, preparing career-ready graduates to make a positive impact in a tech-focused world,” says president and vice-chancellor Steven Murphy. Oshawa is less than an hour’s GO train ride from Toronto. The university is close to pubs, restaurants, and sport and concert venues in a rapidly growing community.
Campus buzz: Students can now enjoy a bubble tea shop, a self-serve convenience store offering snacks and drinks, and local fave Isabella’s Café, with a new location on campus.
Quick facts
Tuition (includes compulsory ancillary fees)
$8,482 ($9,095 out-of-province students)
Minimum Entering Grades
Arts: 70-73% | Science: 70-85% | Commerce: 73-75% | Engineering: 75-85%
Student Body
Undergraduates: Full-time: 10,006 | Part-time: 675
Graduates: Full-time: 738 | Part-time: 259
International Students: First-year: 9.3% | Graduate: 48.4%
Housing Facts
Residence Spaces: 1,550 (approx. 700 reserved for first-year students)
Cost of double room: $6,950
Cost of single room: $8,500 to $8,950
Cost of double room with meals: $13,479 to $14,079
Cost of single room with meals: $15,029 to $16,079
Cost of apartment-style: $6,200 to $6,800
Standout programs
Sustainability Studies: This program provides students with an interdisciplinary foundation in sustainability, including the natural sciences and engineering as well as social and health sciences.
Energy Engineering: Students study a variety of engineering fields including electrical, mechanical and nuclear, and learn different aspects of energy systems including hydrogen, electrical, nuclear, renewable and energy storage.
Health Administration: By studying current and emerging health care challenges and needs, graduates will be prepared to work in areas of operations, management and finance in a variety of health-care fields.
