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Cambrian College

Sudbury, Ontario

Plan Cambrian College study in Sudbury with current application rules, 2026–27 fees, residence rates, student support and co-op information.

Cambrian College Espanola campus sign beside the college buildingEspanola campus photo · 2014

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Cambrian College Guide

Cambrian is in Sudbury. Programs are either limited or open enrolment, which changes when you'll hear back.

Northern Ontario's largest college

Cambrian College calls itself the largest college in northern Ontario. Its Barry Downe campus in Sudbury has residence for up to 677 students in dorms and townhouses. Programs include certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, graduate certificates and degrees, and many offer multiple start dates.

When offers arrive

Open enrolment programs have no seat limit, and you could get an offer in as little as 48 hours. Limited enrolment programs release offers on February 1 for September starts, at the end of September for January starts and at the end of January for May starts. Apply by February 1 to be considered equally for September.

What's published for 2027

Cambrian's 2026–27 fees are posted by program and semester, and fees for Fall 2027 onward will be published before May 1, 2027. Program pages already list some 2027 starts. Computer Systems Technology (Security), for example, starts January 2027, September 2027 and January 2028.

Decision checklist

  • Check whether your program is limited enrolment.
  • Apply by February 1 for September.
  • Watch for 2027–28 fees by May 1, 2027.
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Admissions & Deadlines

Apply through ontariocolleges.ca. Cambrian makes the admission decision and tracks your file in myApplication.

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Programs & Pathways

Each program page lists its start dates, delivery, credential, fees estimate and any placement or co-op.

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Residence & Housing

Apply as soon as you have a student number. Applications after April 15 may go on a waitlist.

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Costs & Financial Aid

Fees depend on your program and semester. Pay the $250 deposit on time to pick your timetable.

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Student Life & Support

The Glenn Crombie Centre handles accessibility, counselling and wellness, and its services are free.

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Careers & Work Experience

The Career Centre is free for students and graduates. Co-ops and placements depend on your program.

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At a glance

  • Barry Downe campus in Sudbury
  • Limited enrolment offers released February 1
  • Residence for up to 677 students
  • 2027–28 fees due before May 1, 2027

Official sources

Open the official page again before applying, accepting an offer, paying, selecting housing, or relying on a transfer or immigration pathway.

Educational guidance only. Requirements, prices, transfers, housing, immigration eligibility, and availability can change; use the official links in this guide before acting.

Plan your next step

Reopen the exact official program page for your intake and applicant category. Save the requirement, cost, campus, and deadline evidence you used, then confirm any uncertainty with the institution.

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Prepared by the Stellar Advisers editorial team · reviewed 2026-10-01 · next scheduled review 2026-11-01