Thompson Rivers University

About the university

Thompson Rivers University, founded in 1970, is a large, non-profit, public higher education institution located in Kamloops, British Columbia. Accredited by British Columbia's Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills, it has an enrollment range of around 15,000-19,999 students. The university provides courses and programs that lead to an array of officially recognized degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, and master's degrees in a variety of study areas. Its admission policy is selective and based on entrance examinations, and it encourages applications from international students. A range of academic and non-academic facilities and services are available, such as a library, housing, sports facilities, as well as financial aid opportunities, study abroad programs, online courses and distance learning options, and administrative services.