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Curious about student life at TRU?

Get a taste of the TRU experience through the eyes of our current students.

Follow their journey on our @trufuturestudents Instagram and explore their blog posts for exclusive tips, tricks and insights on life in Kamloops.

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Choose your pathStart at TRU. Go anywhere.

Arts

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Nursing

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Adventure, Culinary Arts and Tourism

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Science

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Education and
Social Work

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Business and
Economics

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Trades and
Technology

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Beyond the classroom Expand your education with real-world experience

Co-op, Career Services and Experiential Learning

Enhance your education with career-related work experience — in the classroom or in the community. Connect your education to the career you want.

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Study abroad

Experience life, culture and make new connections while studying abroad. Learn more by attending an info session which are held throughout the academic year.

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WolfPack Athletics

Take part in award-winning athletics programs and compete nationally. Kamloops is the tournament capital of Canada with the Tournament Capital Centre right here on campus.

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Two Campus Locations Choose to study in Kamloops or Williams Lake

Study in Kamloops

You belong here. Embrace the community vibe of gorgeous Kamloops, British Columbia, without sacrificing the amenities and attractions of a large, bustling city.

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Study in Williams Lake

Our second campus is located in Williams Lake, a friendly city located in the beautiful Cariboo Chilcotin region, about three hours northwest of Kamloops.

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Information and resources

Indigenous students

Walking alongside you is our Services for Indigenous Students team, supporting your transition to university life with mentoring, life skills coaching, counselling and other services.

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International students

TRU’s International Student Advisors are here to support you before you arrive and throughout your studies, offering friendly, personalized guidance in English or another shared language.

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Studying in Williams Lake

Here, you’ll enjoy a quiet and affordable lifestyle, with all the amenities of a larger centre, and with four seasons of spectacular outdoor adventures in your own beautiful backyard.

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Online students

Reach your potential. Complete your degree. Change careers. Change your life. TRU supports students wherever they are and Open Learning provides flexible online and distance learning for everyone.

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High school and community educators

You play a key role in guiding students through the university admissions process. We look forward to working with you to help your students decide if the Thompson Rivers University is right for them.

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Mature students

Mature students are a valued part of the TRU community, bringing life experience and practical skills that enrich classroom learning for fellow students and faculty alike.

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