President's Welcome

Welcome to the College of Western Idaho, where everyone has an opportunity to Achieve More.

As Idaho’s newest community college, we are eager to provide quality teaching and learning that’s affordable and within reach, regardless of time and distance. CWI aspires to a straight “A” approach to education; affordable, accessible, adaptable, and accountable. The approach ensures opportunities for all to excel at learning for life!

As you may already know, since the creation of CWI in May 2007, the college has experienced exponential growth. Many reasons can be attributed to the increase in enrollment, including a pent-up need in Southwest Idaho and abroad. Currently, we are serving thousands of Southwest Idaho residents throughout seven campus locations and several off-campus sites. Each campus provides a unique blend of educational offerings in a contemporary, awe-inspiring class setting.

Defined in clinical terms, CWI offers undergraduate, professional/technical, fast-track career training, adult basic education and community education. With over 50 credit programs and hundreds of non-credit courses, students have an abundance of options when it comes to developing career skills or further study at a baccalaureate institution. CWI will prove to be an exceptional economic engine for Southwest Idaho – serving the local business and industry training needs with customized training to garner an edge in today’s competitive market.

That which cannot be described, but rather experienced is the passion shared by the CWI faculty, staff and students that attend classes. A truly magnificent culture of inclusiveness and innovation is forming. Whether you are a young high school graduate or a career changing executive, CWI is your community resource for exceptional education!

I invite you to explore CWI’s website to learn more about our quality learning opportunities and then visit a campus near you to experience the warm hospitality of our staff eager to help you Achieve More! This is an exciting time for CWI and our community, and we look forward to seeing you on campus!