Northwestern Polytechnic is a polytechnic college in Grande Prairie, Alberta, offering degree, diploma, certificate and apprenticeship programs.
Northwestern Polytechnic (NWP), previously known as Grande Prairie Regional College (GPRC), was established in 1966. The college's contact address is 10726 106 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 4C4. Its campus is located on Treaty 8 territory.
The college's stated vision is to transform postsecondary education in Northern Alberta through polytechnic education, research, and partnerships. Its core purpose is to spark and empower success. One of its core values is being innovative in how it identifies, develops, and delivers quality programming and services.
The college has four schools: School of Applied Science & Technology, School of Business & Education, School of Health, and School of Skilled Trades. It offers degree, diploma, certificate and apprenticeship programs. The college describes itself as the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, and offers small class sizes and affordable tuition.
The college supports applied research and innovative scholarly activities. It hosts the National Bee Diagnostic Centre and includes a Centre for Entrepreneurial Excellence. Facilities include the Douglas J. Cardinal Performing Arts Centre, Collins Recital Hall, NWP Gymnasium, Creative Production Space, Health Education Centre, Fitness Centre, High Performance Training Centre, and Learning Commons.
Admission routes include Certificate & Diploma, University Transfer & Degree, Mature Student, Out-of-Province Student, and International Student admission.