This fall, Niagara College will open its doors to prospective students for an interactive look inside all that college life has to offer.

On Saturday, November 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the College will welcome students, parents and families for its Fall Open House, to explore programs, facilities and services at both its innovative campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Future students can engage with faculty, staff, and current students to help guide their journey to postsecondary education.

“Fall Open House is one of the best times to experience Niagara College and envision your future with us,” said NC President Dan Patterson. “Come out and meet our remarkable students, faculty and staff, tour our impressive facilities and services, and learn about our innovative programs.”

Open House visitors can register for a chance to win a $2,000 credit towards their tuition in September 2020, January 2021 or May 2021. New this year, prospective students who register before Thursday, Nov. 14 at 11:59 p.m. and attend open house will be entered to win 1 of 10 $100 Amazon gift cards. Pre-registration is not mandatory to attend Fall Open House, but only those who pre-register will be eligible for the gift card draw.

The focal point for the event will be the ‘Academic Marketplace’ where visitors can explore the variety of program offerings – for both full- and part-time studies – available at each campus, speak to program faculty and students, and depart for lab tours specific to their program areas of interest where they can see for themselves what experiential learning is all about.

Visitors can get a look inside NC’s unique environments and visit classrooms, labs, and learning enterprises such as the Teaching Salon, Dental Clinic, simulation and technology labs at the Welland Campus; or the Teaching Winery, Teaching Brewery, Teaching Distillery, greenhouse, and culinary and research labs at the NOTL Campus. It will also be an opportunity to view some of the newest areas on campus from NC’s $65-million campus redevelopment project, such as the renovated libraries at both campuses, the Marotta Family Innovation Complex at the NOTL campus, and the Marilyn I Walker Centre of Excellence in Visual Arts and Technology at the Welland campus.

Guests can roam freely or attend guided campus tours departing every half hour, led by current students. On-campus residences will be open for tours on a drop-in basis throughout the day.

The College is hosting an information session on:

  • Making the transition – Hear from our Financial Aid team to learn more about The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), bursaries and scholarships, fee deadlines and payment options. You’ll also hear from a current student on their real life experiences at NC and advice on what they wished they knew in first year.

Guests can also browse through the Student Services Fair at each campus to learn about available supports the College offers. Financial Aid and Enrolment Services staff will also be on site and ready to facilitate student applications.

While visitors are welcome to attend both campus open houses, those who are unsure of where their programs of interest are located are encouraged to visit the College website here: niagaracollege.ca/openhouse/fall/academicdisplays.

Free parking is available at all lots at both campuses during the event. For directions and campus info visit niagaracollege.ca/openhouse/fall/directions.

For more information about the Fall Open House and schedules, visit niagaracollege.ca/openhouse.

Niagara College offers more than 130 diploma, bachelor degree and advanced level programs; as well as more than 600 credit, vocational and general interest Part-Time Studies courses. Areas of specialization include food and wine sciences, advanced technology, media, applied health and community safety, supported by unique learning enterprises in food, wine, beer, distilling, horticulture and esthetics. For more information visit niagaracollege.ca.

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