Learn about services for students at Conestoga College, including their accessibility services, peer and academic support programs, financial aid, campus accessibility, and more.
Conestoga College serves 11,000 full-time and 30,000 part-time students on their 7 campuses in the Waterloo region: Doon (Kitchener), Cambridge, Guelph, Waterloo, Brantford, Cambridge (downtown), Stratford, and the Ingersoll Skills Training Center. Conestoga College has 8 faculties and schools, each with their own academic programs and departments:
- School of Business
- School of Career & Academic Access
- School of Community Services
- School of Engineering & Information Technology
- School of Health & Life Sciences
- School of Hospitality & Culinary Arts
- School of Language & Communication Studies
- School of Liberal Studies
- School of Media & Design
- School of Trades and Apprenticeships
The addresses for Conestoga College campuses are:
Doon (Kitchener) Campus:
299 Doon Valley Drive
Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4M4
(519) 748-5220
Cambridge Campus:
850 Fountain Street South
Cambridge, Ontario N3H 0A8
(519) 748-5220
Guelph Campus:
460 Speedvale Avenue West
Guelph, Ontario N1H 0A8
(519) 824-9390
Waterloo Campus:
108 University Avenue East
Waterloo, Ontario N2J 2W2
(519) 885-0300
Brantford Campus:
274 Colborne Street
Brantford, Ontario N3T 2H5
226-250-1772, ext 7342
Cambridge Downtown:
150 Main Street, Suite 402
Cambridge, Ontario N1R 6P9
(519) 623-4890
Ingersoll Skills Training Center:
420 Thomas Street
Ingersoll, Ontario N5C 3J7
(519) 485-5666
Stratford Campus:
130 Youngs Street
Stratford, Ontario N5A 1J7
(519) 271-5700
Accessibility Services
At Conestoga College, the centre providing accessibility services to students is called Accessible Learning. Accessible Learning is the primary place to find out about all of your disability related needs.
Transition Programs
Conestoga College offers transition support for students with disabilities. C Success Summer Transition Program is for students who face barriers to participating in college life, and want to learn more about what to expect at college and become familiar with their new learning environment. Students explore the campus, visit important resources including the Accessibility Services Office and Adaptive Technology Centre, and speak with older students to learn about their experiences and tips for success.
Accessibility Plans
For more information about accessibility at Conestoga College, and their current initiatives to address issues of accessibility, please see Conestoga College's Accessibility Plan.
Documentation Requirements
In order to access accommodations at Conestoga College, please visit the linked webpage to learn what documentation is required to show proof of a disability.
Health Services
Conestoga College's Medical Care, located on the Doon campus provides health care and services to all registered students.
Counselling Services
Conestoga College offers Counselling Services for any student who may be experiencing stressful events in their life.
Academic Support
The Learning Commons offers free academic services and resources as well as leadership and professional development opportunities to support student success at Conestoga. The Learning Commons offer four core academic services: Learning Skills, Peer Tutoring, Math, and Writing.
Library Services
The Library and Resource Centre at the Doon and Cambridge campuses offer a range of resources for students such as library catalogues, e-books, articles, and journals. Students can also access instructional services, borrowing services, and bookable meeting rooms. The Library and Resource Centre provides accessible facilities, and resources for students with disabilities. Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact Accessible Learning if they require specific accessible materials.
Other Support Services
Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards
Conestoga College's Financial Aid & Awards Office offers a range of financial assistance which consists of merit-based scholarships, need-based bursaries, and awards based on academic achievement. Information regarding Conestoga's financial aid is available on their website, as well as complete lists of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and contact information.
On-Campus Housing
Conestoga College’s Residence and Housing Office offers private and traditional style suites for students on Doon campus. Residence assignment operates on a lottery system and students who are not selected in the initial round of room allocations are placed on a waiting list. Traditional style suites include 2 students to a room with a shared washroom and kitchenette. Private suite style residence includes 2 private bedrooms with a shared kitchenette and a shared washroom. Building amenities include:
- Common study areas
- Common lounges
- Housekeeping
- Maintenance
- Laundry facilities
- Access to a front desk
All rooms come furnished and include internet access, cable television and local telephone service. Residence rates vary depending on room selection, and payment plans are available. Meal plans are optional and operate on a declining balance system.
Students requesting special accommodations should fill out the Medical, Accessibility, and Special Consideration form when filling out the online residence application.
Off-Campus Housing
Conestoga College offers an off-campus housing listing service where landlords can advertise rental properties available.
Campus Accessibility
Conestoga College offers maps and locations for each campus. Conestoga Students Inc. (CSI) provides a complimentary shuttle service travelling between Residence, Cambridge campus and Doon campus at two locations. This service is free to all Conestoga College students, faculty and staff who show the shuttle driver their ONE Card.
Grand River Transit
Grand River Transit (GRT) is comprised of buses. Full-time students at Conestoga College are eligible to purchase a 4 month Term College Pass. Schedules and maps are offered for every transit route that GRT provides. The GRT provides the easyGO Mobile Application, which allows users to have instant access to real time transit information.
Accessibility
GRT provides accessible transit with features such as low floors, kneeling features, and a ramp. Users who require a support person to travel with them, can apply for the Transit Support Person Program, which will allow the support person to travel with the user free of charge.
Conestoga College offers Full-Time Programs, Trades and Apprenticeship, and many other programs.
