General information

These quick facts are based on data collected in June 2026 unless dates indicate otherwise.

• Established 1967
• Multi-campus college in Central Ontario:
  • Barrie
  • Midland
  • Orangeville
  • Owen Sound
• 17 academic schools: 
  • Automotive Business School of Canada; 
  • School of Animal Health; 
  • School of Art, Design and Creative Industries;
  • School of Business Management; 
  • School of Community Safety; 
  • School of Computer Technology; 
  • School of Engineering, Technology and Applied Sciences; 
  • School of Health Sciences; 
  • School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts; 
  • School of Human Services; 
  • School of Liberal Studies; 
  • School of Nursing; 
  • School of Oral Health; 
  • School of Recreation, Sports and Fitness; 
  • School of Rehab Sciences; 
  • School of Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship; and
  • School of Wellness and Esthetics. 
•  Information about our college 
• Georgian is the first ― and only ― college in Canada designated a changemaker college by Ashoka U for our role as a leader in social innovation and changemaking in higher education 
• More than $4.5 million in bursaries, awards and scholarships available each year.
• Key performance indicators (2022-23) *This was the last year these KPIs were reported by the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research, Excellence and Security.  
  • Georgian’s graduate employment rate – 90.3% – continues to be above the provincial average, which we’ve exceeded for 25 years. 
  • This means 90.3% of our alumni found work within six months of graduation.
• Recognized leader in student work experience: 
  • 100% of our programs emphasize practical, hands-on learning and most offer a formal work-integrated opportunity, ranging from paid co-op terms to internships and field placements.
  • In addition to traditional co-op, students can apply for an Entrepreneurial Co-op (eCo-op) where they can start a business, or an Innovation Co-op (iCo-op) where they’ll work with peers from various disciplines to create products or services that meet community needs. 
  • 6,000+ co-op employer partners in the last five years.  
• 130,000 alumni (June 2026).
• 8,827 full-time students, including over 1,500 international students from 69 countries speaking more than 20 languages (June 2026). 
• Approximately 1,800 full- and part-time employees, including student employees.  
• Economic impact: Total annual impact in catchment area is $1.71 billion, which is 5.3 per cent of the region’s GRP or 1 out of every 15 jobs in the region supported by Georgian’s presence (source: Lightcast 2022-23).  Learn more. 
• Board of Governors consists of:
  • Georgian President and CEO.
  • Vice President (Board Secretary).
  • Representative each for students, faculty, support staff and administrators.
• On-campus residences in Barrie and Owen Sound; variety of off-campus housing options. 
• More than $4.5 million in bursaries, awards and scholarships available each year. 

Academics

• 130+ market-driven programs,

• Continuing Education,
• Corporate training,
• Academic upgrading and career preparation,
• Apprenticeship and skills training,
• Micro-credentials,
• 370 transfer agreements with 85 institutions,
• Average class size: 25 students.
• Key centres at Georgian
  • Career and Employment Community Services (CECS) – CECS at Georgian connects job seekers, students, alumni, and employers. It offers free support including career planning, resumé help, workshops, job postings, and referrals to help individuals build skills and find meaningful employment. Locations can be found in Barrie, Orillia and Orangeville. 
  • Centre of Industrial Simulation and Prototyping – Ontario’s first Industry 5.0 sandbox helps manufacturers explore new technologies, improve their processes and develop new products. The centre also gives students hands-on experience working on real-world industry projects. 
  • Centre for Marine Training and Research (CMTR) – CMTR is a leading marine training centre in Canada. It offers Transport Canada–approved programs in Marine Navigation and Marine Engineering, along with advanced simulation-based training for both cadets and industry professionals. 
  • GuardMe Student Success and Care Centre – A welcoming, accessible space that brings together academic, emotional, social and professional supports for students. Through personalized services and opportunities to connect, the centre helps students build confidence, strengthen their well-being and feel a sense of belonging at Georgian. 
  • Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre (HBEC) – Supports entrepreneurs at all stages with mentorship, skills training, funding guidance and connections. It helps students, startups, and small businesses turn ideas into successful ventures. 
  • Peter B. Moore Advanced Technology Centre – The first in our region providing students and industry partners with access to research, incubator, changemaker and fabrication space. It’s also a living lab, with sustainable building construction and energy efficiency principles incorporated throughout the building for environmental students to study. 
  • Sadlon Centre for Health, Wellness and Sciences – Students gain practical skills through state-of-the-art labs and clinical placements, preparing them for careers in health care. With experienced faculty and accredited programs, graduates are ready for licensure and employment in their fields. 
  • Wiidookdaading Indigenous Resource Centres – Located at our Barrie, Midland and Owen Sound campuses, the centres provide a culturally supportive and comfortable environment where students can study, socialize and access a wide range of resources.  
  • A fully functioning veterinary hospital – Under the supervision of licensed veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians, Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant students provide a variety of dental, surgical and animal adoption services to the community. 

Our students

• Average age: 23.
• 67.8% are 25 and younger, 35.6% are 19 or younger.
• 50% identify female, 49.5% male and 0.5% another gender identity.
• 10.6% of the full-time student population self-identify as Indigenous (as of winter 2025 enrolment).

• 32.3% directly from high school; 67.7% non-direct (at least 1 year after high school).
• Traditional catchment area of Simcoe, Bruce, Dufferin and Grey accounts for 65.1% of domestic enrolment
• GTA (Toronto, York, Durham, Halton and Peel) accounts for 10.6% of domestic enrolment
• More than 1,500 international students come from 69 countries and speak more than 20 languages across Georgian locations.

Georgian connects students to the skills they need, mindset to succeed, and confidence to thrive. We produce graduates who are fully connected to their potential, industry, community and the world.

President and CEO Kevin Weaver unveiled a renewed Coat of Arms on Oct. 5, 2022. The re-design was undertaken in the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation and acknowledgement the college is situated on the Treaty Land and traditional territory of the Anishnaabeg.

The Coat of Arms was created in 1968 and is used for official communications that originate in the President’s Office and the Office of the Registrar, including on each Georgian credential.

The new design includes several Indigenous elements:

• The centre wave includes the colours or the Métis sash
• The image of the white pine tree and roots intertwined on the back of a turtle reflects the belief among First Nations that the world was created and exists on the back of a giant turtle
• The wind-blown white pine, known as the Tree of Peace in People of the Longhouse culture is representative of the trees in the Georgian Bay region and its roots symbolize how peace can grow if nurtured

In addition, a fourth book was added to the college’s existing academic areas to represent the significance of health programming. The other three books represent applied arts, business and technology.

Special thanks to Georgian’s Indigenous Studies and Services team, under the leadership of Greg McGregor, members of the Anishnaabe Education and Training Circle and Indigenous artist and Georgian graduate Chantelle Marchand for the careful thought that went into this project.