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The program curriculum is designed for students who wish to concentrate on the health sciences field and prepares students for application to Conestoga's advanced diploma or degree health programs (Medical Laboratory Sciences, Massage Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Paramedic, Bachelor of Applied Biotechnology, Bachelor of Applied Health Information Science, Bachelor of Environmental Public Health, Bachelor of Science - Nursing). Using a combination of theoretical and practical learning opportunities, students will be introduced to the health sciences field, college life and workload, and will be able to increase their competitiveness to support their application to the health sciences programs listed above. In addition to the advanced diploma and degree programs, students successfully completing this advanced pre-health pathway are also eligible to apply to health sciences one-year certificate or two-year diploma programs (see Pre-Health Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas description for a full list).
Note:
- Note for students: Upon successful completion of the Pre-Health Sciences program, students may apply to Conestoga College's School of Health Sciences advanced diploma or degree programs (Respiratory Therapy, Paramedic, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Applied Health Information Science degree, etc.), as well as to the health sciences diploma programs.
Program details
Tuition & fees
Tuition and fee details for the 2024-2025 academic year (September to August) are listed below. Books and supplies may be additional.
2 Terms
Canadian
International
Canadian fee details
| Description | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 | $1348.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.00 | $8.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $102.00 | $102.00 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $330.00 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $118.97 | $118.97 |
| *eText Fee | $312.00 | $231.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| HST | $7.28 | - |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Student Services | $86.00 | $86.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $56.00 | - |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $70.00 | - |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $2824.47 | $2250.19 |
| Year Total | $5074.66 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
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International fee details
| Description | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $7294.00 | $7294.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.00 | $8.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $102.00 | $102.00 |
| CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $530.00 | - |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $330.00 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $118.97 | $118.97 |
| *eText Fee | $312.00 | $231.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| HST | $7.28 | - |
| ISR (International Student Recovery) | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Student Services | $86.00 | $86.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $56.00 | - |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $70.00 | - |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $9675.47 | $8571.19 |
| Year Total | $18246.66 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
Returning student tuition & fees
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Program device & software requirements
This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.
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Awards & scholarships
Student Financial Services awarded more than 400 awards, scholarships and bursaries last year.
Delivery sequence - September 2024 - Kitchener – Doon
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