Exploring your postsecondary options before you apply? Want to learn more about Georgian’s programs, campus life and student services? No matter where you are in your journey – whether you’re coming right from high school or thinking about going back to school – Open House offers lots of opportunities to experience life at Georgian!
Join us in person for Open House on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Barrie Campus and 9 a.m. to noon at all other campuses.
Learn about academic upgrading: Explore how Academic and Career Preparation can help you achieve your academic and career goals.
Discover flexible delivery options: See how you can learn part-time or online, with evening and weekend courses so you can learn on your terms!
Find out about Credit for Prior Learning: Check out our Transfer Equivalency Tool and chat with us to find out how your life or learning experience could result in transfer credit towards a Georgian program.
** Georgian will cover your Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) fee if you apply at the event. Applies to Georgian programs that start in January 2026, May 2026, September 2026, January 2027 or May 2027.
Find your perfect program fit
Not sure about your next career move?
Find the career that’s right for you, and the Georgian program that will take you there!
Prepare for the day by completing our online career assessment tool – it will help you find the best program fit for your personality type.
Bring the completed quiz with you to Open House to discuss your results with a Georgian career consultant, support staff or faculty member.
Visit the Applications Hub, located in the library at the Barrie Campus, or near computer banks at the Midland, Muskoka, Orangeville, Orillia and Owen Sound campuses.
We’ll help you with your application and cover the cost of the $150 OCAS fee* if you apply to Georgian at Open House.
Plus, you could receive an offer of admission on the spot
After applying, you might be presented with an offer of admission within minutes via a personalized Georgian applicant portal.
The applicant portal is your one-stop shop for all the information you’ll need and your next steps as you got through the process to become a Georgian student.
More information on how to apply for free and submit your OCAS application will be shared on the day of the event.
* One application fee per person will be covered. Unfortunately, if you have submitted your application and paid, we cannot reimburse you.
EXPERIENCE GEORGIAN
As a Georgian student, you’ll want to be here.
Georgian is a transformative experience that will connect you to the skills you need, the mindset to succeed, and the confidence to thrive.
Students who excel at Georgian will appreciate small class sizes, connecting with faculty committed to your success, and will love living in a four-season playground.
As a Georgian graduate, you’ll be fully connected to your potential, your peers, your industry, and the world.
If this sounds like you, then you are ready to Experience Georgian.
Questions about Georgian programs or student life at any of our seven campuses? Book a phone appointment with a member of our friendly student recruitment team to explore your study options and get answers to your questions.
Find out how you can apply for free at Open House!
Georgian will cover the cost of the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) fee* if you select a Georgian program on your OCAS application on the day of Open House (Nov. 15).
International applicants will also have an opportunity to apply for free by attending Open House.
More information on how to apply for free and submit your OCAS application will be shared on the day of the event.
* One application fee per person will be covered. OCAS fee for winter 2026: $150. OCAS fee for summer 2026 and beyond: $150. Unfortunately, if you have submitted your application and paid, we cannot reimburse you.
Top activity recommendations
Here are our top activity recommendations for you based on where you are in your journey.
Already applied?
Start by attending the academic area session(s) about the program(s) you applied to. Your faculty are excited to meet you!
Take a campus video tour to see what life at Georgian is all about.
Learn how Georgian is here to support you by connecting with student services staff.
Haven’t applied?
Start by taking the Career Match quiz to find your program fit. Attend the academic area session(s) to learn about the program(s) included in your results.
Watch a campus video tour to see what life at Georgian is all about.
Apply to Georgian for free!
Thinking about going back to school?
With flexible delivery options, see how you can learn full-time, part-time or online.
Need to meet admission requirements? Connect with our Academic and Career Preparation team to explore upgrading options.
Already attended college or university? Explore transfer options, degrees and graduate certificates.
Not sure which program is right for you? Take the Career Match quiz and connect with faculty at the event.
Why Georgian College?
More choices. More hands-on learning. More job success.
130+programs across a wide variety of disciplines
90.3%of our graduates find employment within six months of graduation
Hours, maps and details by campus *HIDDEN SECTION*
Experience what life is like at Georgian through a variety of program-specific, hands-on activities!Get directions to our campuses and check out the handouts below.
Barrie Campus
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
One Georgian Drive Barrie, ON L4M 3X9
Downtown Barrie location
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
5 Ross St. Barrie, ON L4M 3A5
Midland Campus
9 a.m. to noon
649 Prospect Blvd. Midland, ON L4R 0G3
Muskoka Campus
9 a.m. to noon
111 Wellington St. Bracebridge, ON P1L 1E2
Orangeville Campus
9 a.m. to noon
22 Centennial Road Orangeville, ON L9W 1P8
Orillia Campus
9 a.m. to noon
825 Memorial Ave. Orillia, ON L3V 6S2
Owen Sound Campus
9 a.m. to noon
1450 8th St. E. Owen Sound, ON N4K 5R4
More ways to connect
Explore the event site
The Virtual Open House event website is filled with plenty of helpful resources and information for you to check out during your journey to becoming a Georgian student.
Book a phone appointment with a recruitment specialist
Questions about Georgian programs or student life across any of our seven campuses? Book a phone appointment with a member of our friendly student recruitment team to explore your study options and get answers to your questions.
We’re giving away $5,000 toward tuition! RSVP for Virtual Open House for your chance to win.*
Apply to Georgian for FREE!**
Learn more about our 130+ full-time programs and student services, financial aid, housing, and more!
Take a virtual tour of our campuses and residences.
Connect with friendly staff and students and get answers to your questions in live interactive sessions.
Meet your support network: Connect with student services to see all the ways we’re here to support you.
Explore financial aid and award options: Find out about OSAP and awards, scholarships and bursaries to help you pay your way to graduation.
Learn about academic upgrading: Explore how Academic and Career Preparation can help you achieve your academic and career goals.
Discover flexible delivery options: See how you can learn part-time or online, with evening and weekend courses so you can learn on your terms!
Find out about Credit for Prior Learning: Check out our Transfer Equivalency Tool and chat with us to find out how your life or learning experience could result in transfer credits towards a Georgian program.
** Georgian will cover your Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) fee if you apply at the event. Applies to Georgian programs that start in May 2026, September 2026, January 2027, or May 2027.
How to participate in the event
Open House is an exciting way for you to experience Georgian — in person!
Tune in to Virtual Open House to get a feel for life at Georgian and get answers to any questions you may have.
Hosted over Microsoft Teams, the live event will feature virtual, interactive rooms where you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the full range of academic, program and service areas at Georgian. Connect with staff and students and discover what makes Georgian unique, from our close-knit and welcoming communities, to our focus on hands-on learning, changemaking mindsets, advanced technology and entrepreneurship.
Leading up to the Jan. 25 event, a full agenda with session descriptions will be made available to you so you can plan and make the most of your day.
