2,414 11% FULL-TIME (EQUIVALENT) STUDENTS
3 DEGREE PROGRAMS
• Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainable Business Practices
• Bachelor of Education (with University of Victoria)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (with University of Victoria)
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
OF OUR STUDENTS ARE INTERNATIONAL 86%
Would recommend the College to another student Would recommend their program to another student Of students feel like the College cares about their well-being 83% 93%
Of students say they feel a sense of belonging. 87%
Source: 2024 College of the Rockies Student Experience Survey
WHY CHOOSE COLLEGE OF THE ROCKIES?
Faculty care about you- don’t be surprised if they stop you in the hallway for a chat.
Expand your world view by taking part in field schools, field trips, and semesters abroad.
Real life, real learning. Whenever possible, we take the learning out of the classroom and into real-life situations.
We support every step of your journey from your program application and financial aid needs to graduation day - and beyond.
Your wellness is important to us. We have a counsellor available for you to talk to, and can also point you in the direction of numerous community supports.
Excel in your studies with FREE support from our academic tutors, writing support, and peer mentors.
150 AWARDS
$123,000 WORTH OVER OVER were handed out during our 2024 Scholarship and Awards ceremony.
AVERAGE COST OF ATTENDING COLLEGE IS LESS THAN ATTENDING UNIVERSITY 30 %
VIBRANT STUDENT LIFE
All our campus locations are an outdoor adventurer’s dream. An epic disc golf course right on campus, hiking, biking, snowshoeing, epic skiing and so much more will ensure you’ll never be bored. Looking for a little culture? Check out some of our great coffee shops, our rich art scene, live theatre, and unique restaurants. And be sure to check out the excitement of CCAA volleyball by cheering on our men’s and women’s Avalanche teams.
CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES
Located on the traditional, cultural, and unceded territory of the Ktunaxa people, which is also home to the Kinbasket people and Metis communities, we are honoured to welcome Indigenous students from all communities to our campuses. We’re also pleased to have international students from 40 different countries who create further opportunity for us to learn from each other and explore new perspectives, benefiting us all in our globally connected world.
YOUR EDUCATION ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE.
Apply early - Applications open on November 1.
Our vision is to provide you with the best small college experience in Canada, following our values of student success, respect, and innovation.
With more than 60 programs to choose from, faculty who get to know YOU and are invested in your success, and endless outdoor adventures available, why begin your educational journey anywhere else?
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Cranbrook campuses
ST. MARY’S ALPINE PROVINCIAL PARK, BC
GLASS HORIZON PHOTO
YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Our Cranbrook main campus’ student housing borders on the beautiful Cranbrook Community Forest, providing hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoe trails right outside your door.
Applications for Student Housing open on November 15th.
PROGRAM LIST *
DEGREE PROGRAMS
• Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainable Business Practices
• Bachelor of Education**
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing**
ADULT UPGRADING
• Upgrading for Academic Entry
• Adult Graduation Diploma D
ARTS, HUMANITIES, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
• Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences C
• Associate of Arts AD
• Criminal and Social Justice C D
• Environmental Studies C
• Fine Arts C
• Pre-Education C
• Social Work Pre-Major AD BUSINESS
• Accounting D
• Administrative Assistant Specialty C
• Bookkeeping Specialty C
• Business Management C
• General Management D
• Marketing D
• Office Administration C
• Post-Degree in Sustainable Business C D
C CERTIFICATE
D DIPLOMA
AC ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATE
AD ASSOCIATE DEGREE
CHILD, YOUTH AND FAMILY STUDIES
• Child, Youth and Family Studies D
• Education Assistant C
• Early Childhood Education C
• Early Childhood Education –Infant/Toddler D
• Early Childhood Education –Special Needs D
• Human Service Worker C D
FIRE SERVICES TRAINING
• Fire Training Certificate C
• Fire Innovation Training
HEALTH
• Activity Assistant AC
• Dental Assistant C
• Health Care Assistant C
• Kinesiology C D
• Practical Nursing D
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATH (STEM)
• Associate of Science AD
• Associate of Science –Environmental Sciences AD
• Biology and Medicine
Pre-Major AD
• Computer Information Systems
Technology D
• Engineering C
• Science Certificate C
*The programs listed in this document are subject to change. Please refer to our website for the most up-to-date list of programs. **At our Cranbrook campus in partnership with University of Victoria.
TOURISM, RECREATION, HOSPITALITY, AND ADVENTURE
• Adventure Tourism Business Operations D
• Hospitality Management D
• Mountain Adventure Skills Training C
• Recreation Management C D
• Tourism Management D
TRADES
• Automotive Service Technician
• Carpenter
• Electrician
• Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
• Hairstylist
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
• Plumber (Apprenticeship only)
• Professional Cook
• Welder
Many of our academic programs are offered face-to-face, fully online, and/or a combination of the two, providing you with the flexibility to choose how and when you learn.
Trades programs are held in modern shop facilities with access to state-of-the-art technology.
Need help choosing a program or picking the right courses? Book an appointment with an Education Advisor!
FIND DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS ONLINE. cotr.ca/programs
BE A STUDENT FOR A DAY. BOOK A CAMPUS TOUR. recruit@cotr.bc.ca Or take a (virtual) tour.
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING OPTIONS
cotr.ca/student-housing
TALK TO AN EDUCATION ADVISOR cotr.ca/student-support
