- Dawson College has one of the largest athletics programs in the state with 17 intercollegiate and competitive teams that are provided access to professional coaching, scholarships, free tutoring, fitness equipment, and even free athletic therapy treatments.
- The university has forged a number of international partnerships that offer academic exchange opportunities abroad for both students and faculty in countries like Brazil, Chile, China, France, and Mexico.
- Dawson College offers students access to many free services including counselling, career planning, financial assistance and peer tutoring.