CEGEP Heritage College

Cegep Heritage College is the only public, tuition-free, Anglophone CEGEP in Western Quebec. It has state-of-the-art facilities and is located in Gatineau, just ten minutes from downtown Ottawa, in the heart of the National Capital Region, bordering scenic Gatineau Park. Founded as a college in 1988, it was first known as Heritage Campus, an English campus part of Cegep de l?Outaouais from 1969 until 1988.

The college offer 2-year Pre-University programs that prepare students for further university studies, and 3-year Career programs for immediate entry into the labor force or further university studies. Both types of programs lead to a Diploma of College Studies (DEC). Its innovative Centre for Continuing Education offers 1-year programs leading to Attestations of College Studies (AEC), as well as evening and weekend courses.

The college has a student-centered community which promotes academic excellence through a personal and supportive environment that recognizes the importance of continuous learning. The relationship between teachers and students is direct and informal at the college. It is easy to see teachers in their offices. Students are encouraged to consult their teachers as needed.

Cegep Heritage College provides a rich experience for students both academically and socially. Their sports clubs, social clubs and various events allows students to learn things they may have never otherwise had the opportunity to discover they had an interest in.