The College of Santa Fe, the oldest chartered institution in New Mexico dating back to 1874, has hosted Elderhostel programs since 1981. Established by the Christian Brothers, it was originally a school for boys, but after its move to its present location, it became co-ed. Voted one of the top private schools in the United States by Newsweek Magazine, the College is known for its visual, performing and communication arts programs as well as its humanities and education departments. A four-year institution, masters degree programs are offered in Business Administration and Education.
Branch campuses exist in Albuquerque and in southern New Mexico as well.
Programs Our Elderhostel program is currently hotel-based off campus, but some of our programs will be returning to the campus in July of 2000. Housing will be in new apartments with private baths. At other times of the year, we take you to Native American feast day celebrations, stage plays, and concerts. Field trips to acquaint you with the city as well as the surrounding area are a regular part of the programs. We are known for the quality of the Elderhostel faculty, and our courses each week usually include a regional studies class.