Welcome to the educational and cultural center of the Morongo Basin. Through cooperative efforts with our vibrant community, we provide innovative curricula, preparing you to achieve your wildest dreams.

Welcome to CMC!

Find Your Path

Wherever you stand today, wherever you aim to go, we can help you get there.

Not sure where to begin?

We’ll talk you through the options.

Know what you want to study?

See our college and career programs.

Take the Next Step

Learn how to apply to Copper Mountain, how to register for classes, and how to find financial aid.

Get Started

We’re here for your success

Wildland Fire Academy

Set your career on fire with CMC’s Wildland Fire Academy!

CMC’s Nursing Program

Build a meaningful career for yourself with one of CMC’s Nursing programs.

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Affordable Education

You can afford college. Let us show you how.

85%of CMC students get financial aid. Grants, loans, and scholarships can make the difference.

76%of CMC students graduate debt-free. Talk with our team to learn what’s possible for you.

Happening at Copper Mountain

Join Copper Mountain College in a yearlong celebration of CMC’s 25 years as an independent community college

Keep up to date on events commemorating and celebrating CMC’s 25th anniversary, and learn more about your little community college that could – and does!  Do you have a CMC story?  Please share it with us!  Details on this page.

The Annual Lucky Duck Pluck is Back—and Bigger Than Ever!

A summer tradition returns to Copper Mountain College with food, fun, and fabulous prizes.

Copper Mountain College Foundation is thrilled to announce the return of its Annual Lucky Duck Pluck on Wednesday, August 21 at 6 PM—and this year’s event is taking flight with exciting new features.

NEW this year: We’re going beyond the livestream!
Join the community in person for the first-ever Cluck Pluck Celebration in the 300 Quad at Copper Mountain College. From 5 to 7:30 PM, enjoy a festive evening filled with:

  • A mouthwatering Chicken BBQ (available for purchase)
  • A curated Student Art Sale
  • Duck-themed fun and games for all ages
  • Family-friendly activities and lawn games

Then at 6 PM, hundreds of adorable, numbered rubber ducks will be tossed into the CMC pool for the traditional Lucky Duck Pluck drawing. Dozens of lucky ducks will be “plucked” for fabulous prizes—all while supporting student success at Copper Mountain College.

Can’t make it in person? Tune in to the action live at facebook.com/coppermountaincollegefoundation.

Duck Adoptions

Each duck you adopt supports scholarships, book grants, test vouchers, and essential tools for CMC students as they gear up for the fall semester.

Pricing:

  • A Pair of Ducks – $10
  • A Six Quack – $25
  • A Flying V (9 ducks) – $35
  • A Flock (20 ducks) – $75

Adopt your ducks online: paypal.me/cmcfoundation
Or contact the Foundation Office: 760-366-3791 ext. 4200

CMC Campus Tours

August 12 @ 10:00 am

CMC Campus Tours

August 14 @ 10:00 am

We’re Committed to Your Success

Help with academic and personal challenges is here when you need it.

Food Services for Cafeteria Operations RFP
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Help Us Help Students

Private support funds scholarships, facilities, faculty, and more.

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Community Connections

Copper Mountain programs, events, and partnerships serve the entire Morongo Basin.