College of the Rockies Open House - College of the Rockies

College of the Rockies 2026 Open House

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm

Our annual Open House will take place on Tuesday, November 3 in the Cranbrook Main Campus Gymnasium from 4:00 – 6:00 pm (MDT)

Meet with faculty, chat with our service coordinators, and discover all that College of the Rockies has to offer. Whether you’re looking to upgrade, complete a degree, or are dreaming of a career in business, health, child and youth services, trades, or adventure tourism come learn about the College of the Rockies advantage!

This event is FREE to attend but pre-registration is appreciated.

Online Registration Form

Join us for a day filled with excitement and opportunities!

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Discover

Learn about our diverse programs by chatting one-on-one with program instructors, and find out about how to pay for college, student supports, transfer options, and student housing.

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Win Big!

Enter a draw to win a $1000 College of the Rockies tuition certificate! We’ll have some great prizes too:

A “Choose Your Adventure” Grand Prize where you can choose either a mountain bike, skis, or snowboard!
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An Avalanche Volleyball Prize pack

Apply to your program of choice for free on November 3!

College of the Rockies is waiving our $30 application fee for those who attend the event. Make sure to stop by the welcome table to get your waiver code. To make things even easier – visit EducationPlannerBC and create your user profile before the Open House so you’re ready to apply.

Explore Our Programs

We offer 60+ programs, hundreds of courses, First Aid Training, Workforce Training, and dozens of Continuing Education courses.

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Arts, Humanities, and Social Science

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)

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Business, Accounting, & Office Administration

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Adventure Tourism and Recreation

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Trades Programs

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Education Programs

Health and Human Services

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Child, Youth and Family Studies

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Why should I attend the Open House?

A: The College’s Open House is a great opportunity for you to meet faculty, ask questions, and learn about the College’s programs and services.

Q: What can I expect?

A: You can expect a variety of informative and engaging discussions with College faculty and staff. The more tables you visit, and the more questions you ask, the more valuable you’ll find the experience.

Q: How do I apply to College of the Rockies?

A: You can apply to the College online through EducationPlannerBC.

Q: What can I study?

A: College of the Rockies offers a wide variety of programs for you to choose from: health, trades, science, and business just to name a few. Visit our program page to see a full list: Programs A-Z

Q: What are the admission requirements?

A: Admission requirements vary from program to program. Please visit our program page to find your program of interest and then click on “Admission Requirements”. Programs A-Z

What if I don’t meet the admission requirements?

A: If you don’t meet the admission requirements for your program of interest, please book an appointment with one of our Education Advisors to discuss options. You can book an Ed Advising appointment online.

Q: I didn’t graduate high school in BC, how do I find out if the courses I took meet the BC admissions requirements?

A: Students from across Canada come to College of the Rockies. To find the high school equivalencies for your province, see: Course Equivalency Information.

Q: How do I get my high school transcripts?

A: Information about sending your official high school transcript to College of the Rockies is available here: Transcripts

Q: Where can I find information about scholarships and financial aid?

A: You will find financial aid and award information on the College’s website: Financial Aid and Awards.

Q: When can I apply?

A: If you plan to start in January 2027 then you can apply right now. If you plan to start in September 2027, applications open November 1.

To increase your chances of getting into the program and/or courses you want, we recommend applying as early as possible.
The deadline to apply for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is February 15, all academic admission requirements must be received by the admissions department by February 28.

Q: When do I have to pay my tuition by?

A: Students must pay their full tuition amount for the fall semester by August 6^th. Please make sure to read all communications from the College thoroughly as they will outline next steps and important dates.