Coast Mountain College - Smithers

Coast Mountain College, previously known as Northwest Community College (NWCC), is an accredited post-secondary institution that serves the rich and diverse communities and learners of BC's beautiful northwest region. Established in 1975 in Terrace, BC, Coast Mountain College has five regional campuses serving 34 communities, 21 of which are First Nations communities. The College provides students with innovative programs that leas to sustainable careers for people the in the north. Their campuses are located Hazelton, Haida Gwaii, Smithers, Prince Rupert, and Terrace. 

CMTN offers college access programs; small class sizes; health and human service programs; online programs; university credit programs, trades foundation and apprenticeship programs. Coast Mountain College aims to be the college of choice for experiential, place-based learning allowing students to learn both in the classroom and in the spectacular outdoor spaces that are so unique to that part of Canada. 

CMTN offer high quality and affordable education in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Their campuses provide a safe learning environment, where they educate students from all over the world. 

Smither is a town of approximately 5000 people that serves surrounding First Nations and Bulkey Valley residents. The town has shopping, restaurants and breweries. Smithers has sports all year long such as canoeing, kayaking, golfing, downhill and cross-country skiing. The local ski hill is a short 20 minute drive from downtown that offers student discounts. Events like Midsummer Music Festival and the Fall Fair are always fun for students. There is a strong music scene in Smithers and an art gallery, museum and many theatre performances throughout the year.

Why Coast Mountain College - Smithers

• Low Tuition and Partnerships: Coast Mountain College offers a high-quality, personalized experience at very affordable tuition rates. CMNT has some of the lowest tuition fees in Canada. Students can also take advantage of many of CMNT's adventurous international degree partnerships and can finish their studies at universities located all over the world. 
• Student Life: Each campus hosts various events. Film series, beer and games night, mountain hikes, First Nations cultural workshops, dance groups and much more at Coast Mountain College. Each campus offers the Leaders in Action program for students to organize on-campus events and become on-campus leaders. 
• Facilities: The Gold LEED building, flooded with natural light and heated with Geothermal energy features wood, rock, and Indigenous art throughout. There are classroom spaces, wet and dry science labs, a multi-purpose shop for trade programs, a library and bookstore, a computer lab and one flexible-use lab. 
• Location: Students can balance their studies with outdoor adventure at CMN campuses. Located in the coastal mountain ranges of Northwest British Columbia, they have some of the most amazing landscapes on the planet. Summer days are long, with and average temperature of +20 degrees Celsius and winters are mild with average temperatures of -5 degrees Celsius. Students experience rain, sun, and snow. The libraries lend bikes, snowshoes or fishing rods so students can go outside and explore.