Best Colleges in Oshawa
Compare the top skilled-trades colleges in Oshawa, Ontario, ranked on an independent six-criteria score.
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Best Colleges in Oshawa
Ranked by our independent editorial score across six criteria, best-first — so the strongest Oshawa colleges rise to the top.
| Rank | College | Location | Score | Reviews | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Durham College is a publicly funded Ontario college (established 1967) with campuses in Oshawa and Whitby, offering nine skilled trades apprenticeship programs at the OPG Centre for Skilled Trades and Technology. The 60,000-square-foot Whitby facility, opened in 2022, features advanced labs, shops, and a purpose-built boiler lab unique among Durham Region colleges. The college shares its Oshawa campus with Ontario Tech University and offers over 60 academic pathway opportunities into degree programs. | Oshawa | 7.3 /10 | No reviews yet |
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Frequently asked questions
How many colleges are there in Oshawa, Ontario?
Our directory currently lists 1 skilled-trades college in Oshawa, Ontario.
Which is the best college in Oshawa for skilled trades?
Durham College ranks #1 for Oshawa in our editorial scoring, which weighs student reviews, hands-on training, career outcomes, industry connections, program flexibility, and tuition transparency.
How are the Oshawa college rankings decided?
Rankings are editorial, not paid placements. Each college is scored on six weighted criteria — student reviews, hands-on training, career outcomes, industry connections, program flexibility, and tuition transparency — then sorted highest-first. Only verified first-party student reviews feed the rating shown on each profile.
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