
World Rank
#2294
National Rank
#55
Avg. Tuition
CAD 25,012
Thompson Rivers University's priority is student success. They empower their students to reach their goals with flexible learning options, individualized student services, hands-on learning opportunities, and a diverse, inclusive environment. For 45 years TRU has taken pride in providing an excellent education to every student that comes to them—from a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives, at various stages of the learning journey. From traditional academics to trades, from certificates to graduate degrees.
TRU offers over 140 on-campus programs. TRU students apply what they learn in co-op work terms, study abroad, undergraduate research, field schools and practicums, service learning and other opportunities — with guidance and mentorship by our accessible faculty. Research, creation and innovation thrive in our open, flexible learning environment, as do TRU students.
Students will find the perfect balance of arts, culture, adventure, and academics. at Thompson Rivers University, located in beautiful Kamloops, British Columbia, 3.5 hours from Vancouver. A major centre in its own right, students will enjoy the community feeling of Kamloops, while still savouring the amenities and attractions of a large, bustling city.
Why Thompson Rivers University
Location: Kamloops has both a tightknit community feel and the amenities and attractions of a large, bustling centre. Beyond the campus students will find beautiful beaches and parks lining the junction of two rivers next to a vibrant downtown. Study and play in one's own backyard with natural features like hiking trails, cycling paths, lakes and the nearby award-winning Sun Peaks ski resort.
Arts and Culture: Students can feed their artistic appetite in the front row of touring big-name bands or in smaller venues with local musicians. They can immerse themselves in work by prominent Canadian and international artists at the local art gallery. They can catch a thought-provoking independent film, or box office hit at one of the cinemas. Kamloops presents opportunities to join an inclusive and welcoming community with Kamloops Pride or relax, visit and chill out in one of the many locally-owned, eclectic cafés.
Opportunities: The choices here are limitless. There is a law school, a business school and a nursing school. TRU has options in trades, technology and engineering. They can prepare students for medical school. They offer theatre, visual arts, journalism and liberal arts. They can teach students how to be a chef, or operate a ski hill, or become a social worker, or a teacher. If students aren’t sure where to begin, there are plenty of support resources to get them started.
Small Class Sizes and Student Support: Between program advisors, counsellors, future students, awards and financial support, TRU has got students covered for any questions they have. In small classes and a tight-knit campus community, passionate professors will support and inspire students to think, interact, research, learn and engage with diverse people whether they are from Kamloops, Canada, or around the world.
Explore 6 programs available at Thompson Rivers University (TRU)
55 out of 88 programs are eligible for Post Graduation Work Permit.
The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWP) enables students who have graduated from participating Canadian post-secondary institutions to gain valuable Canadian work experience. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released a preliminary list of programs that qualify for the PGWP. Based on our current understanding, which may be subject to changes, these programs are linked to fields of study that correspond to occupations in long-term shortage or meet new requirements.
For more details, visit: IRCC Work Post-Grad.
Disclaimer: The final decision on PGWP approval rests solely with the IRCC. Students are advised to check the eligibility criteria on the IRCC website to ensure they meet all the requirements.
Cooperative education (or co-operative education) and internships are methods of combining classroom-based education with practical work experience. A cooperative education experience ("co-op"), provides academic credit for structured job experience. Co-ops are full-time, paid or unpaid positions. Internships may be full-time or part-time, paid or unpaid positions.
See guidelines on working while studying here.
Even if students do NOT meet the minimum English requirement (IELTS or TOEFL), they can still be conditionally accepted to the program of their choice with the condition of completing our English program prior to starting their chosen program.
First come first serve
Payment is calculated when you register for university portal for accomodation.
For more information, please see the school's information page here
Students wishing to live off-campus need to research availability on their own, and should arrive well before the start of term to do so.
For additional information and resources, please see here
There are a wide variety of homestay options available, and our partner schools do their best to match students and hosts according to their interests and preferences. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have completed a required criminal reference check.
For additional information and resources, please see here
805 TRU Way, Kamloops, British Columbia, CA
Application Fee
CAD 175
Cost of Living (Annual)
CAD 20,635
Average Tuition (Annual)
CAD 25,012
World Ranking
#2294
National Ranking
#55
Source: EduRank 2025
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