College Profile
Olds College
Founded in 1913 and located in beautiful central Alberta, Olds College has been offering quality hands-on education for over a century.
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Olds, Alberta, Canada,
T: 1-800-661-6537
F: 1-403-556-4711
E: Click To Email
W: Visit Our Website
Fairs
Questions to Ask Us at the Fair
1. Ask us about our awesome sports teams, the Broncos!
2. Ask us about our brand new Residence.
3. Ask us about our unique programs!
4. Ask us about our amazing facilities!
5. Ask us about our dedicated instructors!
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Quick Info: (annual estimates)
Student/Faculty Ratio | Average Class Size is 25 | In State Tuition | |
Enrollment | 3,000 | Out-of-State Tuition | $14,000.00 |
College Type | 2 Year College | Books & Supplies | $1,500.00 |
Application Fee | $157.50 | Room & Board | $11,000.00 |
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Admission Requirements
Admissions Requirements vary for each program.
Visit our website at www.oldscollege.ca/programs to see all the programs available. Each program webpage will have the Admission Requirements listed on it for that program.
Typically, our programs require the successful completion of a Grade 12-level English, a Grade 11-level Math and 2 Grade 11-level Sciences or 1 Grade 12-level Science.
Most of our programs are admitted on a "First Qualified, First Admitted" basis. We only have one program, Animal Health Technology, that is admitted based on competitive grades.
Many of our programs have additional requirements that you have to meet, above the academic ones. These requirements may include an Applicant Questionnaire, Job Shadowing or Work Experience Hours, a Practical or Riding Test, or completing a Career Investigation Report.
Financial Aid
Hannah Ayearst
T: 1-800-661-6537
F: 1-403-556-4711
E: Click To Email
Financial Aid Requirements
We have a Financial Aid Advisor, located in the Office of the Registrar, available to help you with any questions you may have about loans or other methods of financing your education.
Scholarships
Christina Kelley
T: 1-800-661-6537
F: 1-403-556-4711
E: Click To Email
Scholarship Requirements
You will be able to apply for Olds College Scholarships beginning on your first day of classes.
Olds College gives away over $450,000 in Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Activities:
- Broncos Women's Hockey
- Broncos Men's & Women's Volleyball
- Broncos Men's & Women's Basketball
- Broncos Men's & Women's Soccer & Futsal
- Broncos Mixed Curling
- Broncos Rodeo Team
- Broncos Mixed Badminton
- Intramural Sports - Floor Hockey, Volleyball, etc
- Pool, Hot Tub & Water Slide
- The Crossing - Campus Pub
- Student Clubs
- Students' Association Olds College (SAOC)
- SAOC Activities & Events
- Fitness Centre
- Multiple Gymnasiums
- Squash Courts
- Tennis Courts
- Equine Riding Barns
- Botanic Gardens & Constructed Wetlands
- Brewery
- Meat Store
Academics
Bachelor Degrees
Olds College is passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship.
Associate Degrees
Our programs equip students with the knowledge and hands-on skills to enter a variety of careers in areas that they are passionate about. Our small class sizes allow students to connect with their instructors and classmates, creating an environment where it’s easy to learn and ask questions. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.
Certificate Degrees
Olds College offers a variety of certificate, diploma and applied degree options in the following areas:
Agriculture, Animal Science, Brewmaster, Business, Equine, Fashion, Horticulture, Hospitality & Tourism, Land & Environment, Meat Processing, Trades & Apprenticeships, Turfgrass Management and much more!
Graduate Degrees