Mohawk College

Learn about services for students at Mohawk College, including their accessibility services, peer and academic support programs, financial aid, campus accessibility, and more.

General Information

Mohawk College is located in Hamilton, Ontario and serves over 30,000 full-time students. It has satellite campuses in Stoney Creek, Brantford, Perth and Ohsweken. Mohawk College has a wide-range of courses and programs in the following areas:

  • Business 
  • Communication Arts
  • Community Services
  • Health 
  • Skilled Trades 
  • Technology

The addresses for Mohawk College and its satellite campuses are:

Fennell Campus (FF) (main campus):
135 Fennell Avenue West
Hamilton, Ontario  L9C 0E5 

Institute for Applied Health Sciences at McMaster (IH): 
1400 Main Street West
Hamilton, Ontario  L8S 1C7 

Stoney Creek Campus for Skilled Trades (SC):
481 Barton Street 
Stoney Creek, Ontario  L8E 2L7 

Six Nations Polytechnic - Brantford (SB):
411 Elgin Street
Brantford, Ontario  N3S 7P5

Ogwehoweh Skills and Trades Training Centre (OC):
16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario  N0A 1M0

Wentworth Heights - Schlegel:
1620 Upper Wentworth Street
Hamilton, Ontario  L9B 2W3

Centre for Aviation Technology at Hamilton International Airport (YHM):
9268 Airport Road, Mount Hope
Hamilton, Ontario  L0R 1W0

www.mohawkcollege.ca

Accessibility Services

Accessibility Services

At Mohawk College, the centre providing accessibility services to students is called the Accessible Learning Services. Accessible Learning Services is the primary place to find out about all of your disability related needs.

 

Accessibility Plan

For more information about accessibility at Mohawk College, and their current initiatives to address issues of accessibility, please see Mohawk College's Accessibility Plan.

 

Documentation Requirements

In order to access accommodations at Mohawk College, please visit the linked webpage to learn what documentation is required to show proof of a disability.

Support Services Available

Health Services

Mohawk College offers a list of walk in medical clinics in the Hamilton and Niagara region.

 

Counselling Services

Mohawk College offers Counselling Services for any student who may be experiencing stressful events in their life.

 

Peer Tutoring

The Peer Tutoring service at Mohawk College is designed for first year students who would like to receive mentorship from upper year students, and is currently available for students at the main campus. Peer tutors provide support primarily with first year subjects for students in 2-3 year diploma programs. Students can access up to three hours of peer tutoring per week.

 

Academic Support

Located in the Learning Support Centre on Fennell campus, the Writing Centre and the Peer Tutoring Service at Mohawk College offers a variety of programs to help students with their academic writing and verbal communications.  Writing support and peer tutoring is also available at the IAHS and Stoney Creek campuses. The Learning Support Centre is a space that houses five areas that support student academic learning. Each area is facilitated with a peer-to-peer, student leadership model. These areas are: Content Peer Tutoring, Writing Help, Math Help, Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS), and Workshops and Events.

 

Library Services

Mohawk College has libraries at the Fennell, IAHS, and Stoney Creek campuses. The libraries offer multiple services for students including borrowing services, interlibrary services, an APA guide, writing skills guide, quick reference guide, and a research survival guide.

 

Academic Advising

Student Success Advisors at Mohawk College can support students with course selection, changing programs, academic improvement, guidance on college policies and procedures, and referrals to specialized support services.  

 

Other Support Services

Financial Aid

Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards

Mohawk College’s Financial Assistance Office offers a range of  financial assistance which consists of merit-based scholarships, need-based bursaries, and awards based on academic achievement. Information regarding Mohawk’s financial aid is available on their website, as well as complete lists of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and contact information.

Residence and Housing

On-Campus Housing

Mohawk College's Residence Office offers apartment style accommodations for students at the Fennell campus. Residence allocation operates on a first-come, first-served basis and students not initially accepted will be placed on a waiting list. Each unit includes 2 private bedrooms, a small kitchenette and a shared washroom. Virtual room tours are available. Building amenities include:

  • Common lounges
  • Common study areas
  • Common kitchens
  • Access to a front desk
  • Maintenance
  • Laundry facilities

Each apartment comes furnished and includes internet access and local telephone services. Residence rates vary depending on year, and payment plans are available. Mandatory meal plans are an additional cost. 

Students who require special accommodation in residence can fill out the residence application form using the My Housing Portal. There is a spot under Medical, Accessibility, and Special Consideration section to indicate any special accommodations that are needed. Students must also submit appropriate documentation to support their request.

 

Off-Campus Housing

Mohawk College offers off-campus housing through the Student Engagement service, where landlords can advertise rental properties available.

Getting Around

Campus Accessibility

Mohawk College offers campus maps and directions for each campus.

 

Hamilton Transit

The Hamilton Street Railway Company (HSR) is comprised of buses. Full-time students at Mohawk College receive a Presto Card included in their tuition. Schedules are provided for each HSR bus route.

Accessibility

The HSR provides accessible transit services on their buses. All buses are equipped with Accessible Low Floors (ALF), ramps, and designated seating areas for persons with wheelchairs and scooters.

The Accessible Transportation Services (ATS) administers the multiple accessible transportation services in Hamilton including the Disabled and Aged Regional Transportation System (DARTS), and the Taxi Scrip Program. The ATS offers door-to-door, shared bus ride services to eligible and registered individuals. More information about ATS services, eligibility guidelines and application process is available on their website.

Academic Programs

Mohawk College offers full-time Programs and CoursesContinuing Education and Online LearningApprenticeships and many other courses.

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