Aurora College

Aurora College is a public institution operating three campuses in Fort Smith, Inuvik, and Yellowknife across the Northwest Territories region. The college offers programs in nursing, business administration, trades, and environmental studies through both in-person and distance learning formats.

It was established in 1981 as a community education provider in the region. In 2023, the institution received approval to transition into a polytechnic university, marking its next phase of development.

The institution weaves Northern traditions and local knowledge into its programs, showing how people in this region learn by connecting to their environment and community values.

The institution offers flexible learning through distance options, which works well for students across remote communities. Check which location best suits your program interests before visiting.

The college serves a sparsely populated region where online teaching plays a central role in reaching students across far-flung communities. This geographic reality has made it a leader in developing flexible learning approaches suited to remote areas.

Location: Northwest Territories

Inception: 1981

Address: 50 Conibear Crescent, Fort Smith NT

Website: http://auroracollege.nt.ca

GPS coordinates: 68.35920,-133.71800

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:02