The main campus in Weed is located at the base of majestic Mount Shasta and offers one of the most scenic campuses of any of the California Community Colleges. COS attracts students from around the world. Towering above the campus, at over 14,000 feet, is the magnificent snow-capped volcano, Mount Shasta. Clear blue skies, clean mountain air, and evergreen trees surround the College.
Students enjoy the beauty and variety of four seasons.
Rafting and kayaking on nearby first-rate whitewater rivers such as the Klamath, McCloud and Sacramento are special attractions. In winter, there is superb downhill and cross-country skiing, as well as snowboarding. Courses in many kinds of outdoor sports are available. COS makes good use of its natural environment of mountains, forests, lakes and streams by offering classes that teach students how to ski, appreciate bald eagles, learn about volcanoes, identify wildflowers, paint or photograph mountains and wildlife, stargaze, and camp in the snow. In addition to its natural alpine setting, COS offers a warm, friendly and caring staff where students receive personal attention and quality instruction.