College Pathway
College 
What kinds of programs are offered?
College programs provide an effective combination of real life skills with quality education.
Approximately 20% of secondary school students go to college.
What does College prepare you for?
College programs give you the skills you need to pursue a variety of careers such as: journalists, police officers, dental hygienists, website technicians, paralegals and chemical technologists.
How long does College take?
Colleges have certificate, diploma, graduate certificate, applied degree, or joint college – university programs, that usually take 1 to 3 years to complete.
How much does it cost?
College programs range from $3000-$5000 per year.
You may be interested in college if:
- You find success in hands-on/applied curriculum
- You enjoy smaller classes and the personal approach to instruction
- You have specific career goals that require a college education
- You are interested in developing technical and occupational skills required for your chosen career area
The KPDSB offers a variety of pathway programs to help you draft your future as a college student:
Co-operative Education Program
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program
Dual Credit Programs
Specialist High Skills Major
Need more information on the College pathway?
Kenora - Head Office
4th Floor - 240 Veterans Drive, Kenora, ON P9N 3Y5
Phone: 807-468-5571 Fax: 807-468-3857
Toll Free: 877-275-7771
Dryden - Office
79 Casimir Ave, Dryden, ON P8N 2Z6
Phone: 807-223-5311 Fax: 807-223-4703
Toll Free: 877-287-5430