Who We Are

Welcome

The best learning happens in a community. Our courses are justice-oriented, geared to equip everyday people with essential tools that are accessible, engaging, useful, and relevant. Our supportive instructors are not only experts in their field, but practitioners as well, living daily what they teach in the classroom.

Our Philosophy

We believe that learning in community with an expert leader achieves a deeper level of integration than learning strictly on one’s own. In community we engage with diverse folks asking similar questions, driving meaningful conversations, and exploring new perspectives.

History

Canterbury College has been offering a community-minded, wholistic learning environment for students from around the world since 1957. During that time we have come to understand that as local and global contexts change, so do the needs of our students.

The Program

At Canterbury, we take great pride in the recruitment of international and domestic students. Our aim is to provide an inclusive environment committed to the development of the complete person - in mind, body and spirit.

Residence

Canterbury College has shared accommodation in 12 houses featuring furnished single rooms as well as three apartment buildings with a total of 76 unfurnished apartments.

Education

Our classes are not merely places to learn objectively about topics surrounding social justice, but a hub of activity around these concerns.

ElderCollege

Canterbury ElderCollege is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the principle of learning by offering courses that are useful, sociable and entertaining for adults age 55 or older.

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