FAST FACTS
2,581 FULL-TIME (EQUIVALENT) STUDENTS
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
of students feel like the College cares about their well-being 95% of students say they feel a sense of belonging. 91%
82%
would recommend the College to another student
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• Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainable Business Practices
• Bachelor of Education (with University of Victoria)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (with University of Victoria) DEGREE PROGRAMS
WHERE EDUCATION MEETS EXPERIENCE
Real learning goes beyond textbooks and classrooms.
Work-integrated learning (WIL) brings your education to life with real-world experiences that sharpen your skills, boost your confidence, and build the connections that launch careers. WIL is where theory meets action – and where your future begins.
WIL OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:
• Co-op Education
• Practicum and Work Placements
• Apprenticeship Training
• Community and Industry Research and Projects
OVER $300,000 was distributed to students in the 2024/25 academic year.
AVERAGE COST OF ATTENDING COLLEGE IS LESS THAN ATTENDING UNIVERSITY
30 %
VIBRANT STUDENT LIFE
Each of our campuses is an outdoor adventurer’s dream. 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. Be sure to check out the excitement of Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association volleyball by cheering on our award-winning men’s and women’s Avalanche teams.
CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES
Indigenous students represent 7.8% of our student body, each bringing unique knowledge, perspectives, and lived experiences that strengthen our collective learning. We are deeply grateful for their contributions, which foster a richer understanding of diverse histories, cultures, and ways of knowing across our campuses.
International students from nearly 40 countries help to further enrich our campuses. Their presence creates opportunities for mutual learning and deepens awareness of diverse perspectives, better preparing students for a globally connected world.
YOUR EDUCATION ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE.
WALKING DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN
5 SKI HILLS IN THE EAST KOOTENAY AREA
PROVINCIAL PARKS AND LAKES SAFE AND COMFORTABLE COMMUNITY SHOPS & RESTAURANTS DOWNTOWN
YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Our Cranbrook campus housing borders the beautiful Community Forest, with hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoe trails right outside your door.
Applications for Student Housing open on November 22, 2025
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
• Associate of Arts
- Social Work Pre-Major
• Criminal and Social Justice C D
• Fine Arts C
• Pre-Education C
• Social Work Pre-Major AD
BUSINESS
• Accounting D
• Business Management C
• General Management D
• Marketing D
• Office Administration C
• Office Administration
- Administrative Assistant Specialty C
• Office Administration
- Bookkeeping Specialty C
• Post-Degree in Sustainable Business 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, AND MATH
• Associate of Science AD
• Associate of Science
– Environmental Sciences AD
• Biology and Medicine Pre-Major AD
• Computer Information
Systems Technology D
• Engineering C
• Environmental Studies 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.
ADVENTURE AND RECREATION
• Adventure Tourism
Business Operations D
• Mountain Adventure
Skills Training C
• Recreation Management C D
TRADES
• Automotive Service Technician
• Carpenter
• Electrician
• Hairstylist
• Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
• Plumber (Apprenticeship only)
• Professional Cook
• Welder
Apply early - Applications open on November 1st
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.
Enjoy state of the art shop facilities, classrooms, labs and technology along with student spaces that support group collaboration or quiet study time.
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 cotr.ca/visit
TALK TO AN EDUCATION ADVISOR cotr.ca/student-support ON-CAMPUS HOUSING OPTIONS
cotr.ca/student-housing