Program Suspensions

Fanshawe College conducted a comprehensive review of all academic programs. Based on enrolment trends, labour market demand, financial sustainability and changes to federal international student policies, certain programs will no longer accept new students. These decisions allow the College to refocus resources on areas with higher demand and future growth potential.

Programs listed as suspended are not accepting new students and have no confirmed return date. Current students can still complete their program through a teach-out plan, which ensures required courses and support are available.

No. Program suspensions have been endorsed by the Board of Governors and are final. These decisions were made to align academic offerings with student demand, government policy changes and long-term sustainability.

Each program was reviewed using criteria such as long-term enrolment patterns, labour market alignment, financial viability and post-graduate work permit eligibility.

There are no immediate plans to relaunch suspended programs. Future program offerings will be reviewed based on changes in demand, industry needs and available resources.

No. Fanshawe College remains financially stable. However, Fanshawe is projecting deficits over the next two years due to sector-wide funding challenges and reduced international enrolment. The decision to suspend select programs is one of a number of proactive measures to manage these financial pressures and ensure the College remains strong, sustainable and focused on students and the community for the long term.

A total of 40 programs have been suspended. The full list is available on the College website. No new students will be admitted to these programs starting fall 2025.

There are no additional program suspensions planned at this time. However, the College will continue to monitor enrolment trends, labour market demand and provincial funding. Future program changes may be considered if needed to ensure academic relevance and financial sustainability. Any decisions will be communicated with appropriate notice.

A teach out means students currently enrolled in a suspended program will be able to complete their credential. Required courses, faculty support and resources will remain available until the program ends.

Students currently enrolled in suspended programs will continue to receive full academic support, including access to faculty, required courses and advising. The College is committed to helping every student complete their credential successfully.

Yes. If you are currently enrolled in a suspended program, you will be able to finish and graduate. Fanshawe will offer required courses and support until all current students have completed their program.

If you need to repeat a required course to graduate, Fanshawe will make that course or equivalent available to ensure you can complete your credential. Students should contact their academic advisor to discuss academic progression, options available and timeline for completion.

Yes. Students may explore internal transfer options with academic advisors. Credit transfer may be available depending on the program structure and course alignment. You can find your academic advisor and their contact information on our academic support page.

All planned co-op terms, placements and field practicums for current students will continue as scheduled. These are part of the teach-out commitment.

No. Credentials from suspended programs remain valid, recognized and respected. Students will graduate with the same credential as originally planned.

If you applied to a suspended program, you will receive an email notifying you of the program suspension. The recruitment team will contact you to discuss alternate program options and guide you through next steps.

Yes. You may change to another Fanshawe program without penalty. The Student Recruitment team will contact you to discuss alternate open programs and can provide instructions on how to adjust your application through www.ontariocolleges.ca.

Currently, there is no set timeline for reintroducing suspended programs. If that changes, details will be shared on the College website.

If your program is suspended, deferring admission is not possible. Program suspensions are for this fall and Fanshawe will not be admitting students to those programs.

Confirmed applicants/accepted for Residence will not lose their residence room, if impacted by a program suspension. The College will align this with any timelines provided to our applicants, to select a new program for fall 2025.

Current students can connect with an academic advisor. Contact details for academic advisors can be found on our Academic Support page.

Future students or applicants can contact the Student Recruitment team at myfuture@fanshawec.ca or book a one-to-one appointment at www.fanshawec.ca/myfuture. 

If you applied to a suspended program, the Student Recruitment team will contact you to discuss alternate program options and guide you through next steps.

Yes. You may apply to another Fanshawe program in the same academic year without penalty by updating your application choice(s) at www.ontariocolleges.ca. 

If you applied to a program that is now suspended, you will be contacted by the International Centre to discuss your options. You may be eligible to transfer your application to another open program.

If your Letter of Acceptance (LOA) was for a suspended program, it may impact your visa process. The International Centre will help you request a new LOA if needed.

Staff at Fanshawe International can be reached Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Eastern Time), by phone at 519-452-4150, by email at international@fanshawec.ca or by using live chat.

Current students: Book an appointment to speak with an advisor. 

Future students: Book an appointment to speak with an advisor.