Aims Community College
School Notes Overview:
Aims Community College is a public, two-year, post-secondary institution dedicated to responding to the educational needs of the local, regional, and global communities. The College was created in 1967 to serve the immediate and future educational needs of individuals within the Aims Junior College Taxing District. Committed to meeting these needs, the College offers a variety of educational programs and services delivered with integrity and a high level of quality by a professional and caring faculty and staff. Aims Community College recognizes individual differences in educational needs, desires, learning styles, and abilities....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Weld County, CO | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 1,897 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 2,983 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 4,880 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 60% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 36% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,690 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 27% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $1,623 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 27% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $942 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 51% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $2,881 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- Aims Community College is one of the largest and most comprehensive two-year colleges in Colorado. Since 1967 Aims has established four campuses, constructed 18 buildings, expanded curriculum to 2,000 day, evening and weekend courses and taught more than 300,000 students. Today, Aims ranks among the most respected community colleges in the nation.
- The College strives to be a dynamic and innovative organization where change is embraced and creativity is celebrated. Aims Community College is a leading source for career education and workforce development. Thus, the College provides opportunities both to gain necessary skills for employment and to upgrade abilities needed for career advancement. Aims Community College understands that our local, regional, and global communities possess multiple resources for responding to common educational and training needs. Therefore, the College seeks and invites opportunities to form productive and collaborative partnerships with other educational systems and institutions, organizations, agencies, and the business community.
- The College provides comprehensive educational options including: certificates and associate degrees; occupational, technical, general education, and college transfer programs; short courses on topics of specific personal or career interest; and individualized instructional opportunities Aims Community College recognizes the rapid pace of technological, social, and economic change that characterizes today's world.
- Aims Community College is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- Photography analysis: Color vs. black and white (Greeley Tribune)
posted on November 15, 2009 at 09:41:26 pm
Photography analysis: Color vs. black and white By Jim Rydbom It is a question asked since the start of the age of modern photography: Should I use black and white or color to produce my photograph? The answer lies with your imagination. To me, black-and-white photos have always been a way to set a mood. The rich tones in a black-and-white photo create a sense of timelessness. But I think some ... - Help from the heart: Weld residents giving time, money when people need it most (Greeley Tribune)
posted on November 15, 2009 at 03:27:18 pm
Help from the heart: Weld residents giving time, money when people need it most Staff Writer Jessica McKenzie couldn't say no to the stories of hardship that tugged at her heart strings. The college student, who hopes to join the Air Force, placed an ad on www.craigslist.com offering to donate Thanksgiving dinners to two families. During the week the ad was posted ... - Wednesday's events (Greeley Tribune)
posted on November 11, 2009 at 11:29:32 pm
Wednesday's events Staff reports WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11 BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS, 7 a.m. at Atmos Energy. Breakfast. Business introductions. Dynamic networking. No charge. Details: www.greeleychamber.com. GREELEY VETERANS DAY OBSERVATION, 11 a.m., Weld County Veterans Memorial, 35th Avenue and 16th Street in Greeley. Keynote speech by Col. Skip Johnson, a 25-year Air Force ... - Veteran's Day 2009 Events (Denver Post)
posted on November 11, 2009 at 01:21:42 am
A list of the events commemorating Veteran's Day throughout Colorado. - Events set to honor Weld's veterans (Greeley Tribune)
posted on November 9, 2009 at 09:37:23 am
Events set to honor Weld's veterans Bill Jackson Veterans Day will be observed beginning at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Weld County Veterans Memorial, 35th Avenue and 16th Street in Greeley, where this year's Operation Troop Support also will get a boost. Wednesday's ceremonies will feature a fly-by of either Black Hawk helicopters or F-16 fighter jets from Buckley Air Force Base in Aurora. In past ...
School Map:
Get: driving directions
Weather: 10-day forecast
or monthly climate averages.
Near By Schools:
- Institute Of Business And Medical Careers - 600 students - 16.7 mi. away - view location
Tip: Zoom in/out using the slider below. View aerial photos using the Satellite or Hybrid buttons.
Private College
Public College
Note: Data has been gathered from several government and commercial data sources. School data reflects years 2002-04 statistics (most recent years available). Area and demographic data reflects year 2000 statistics. Public School Review does not ensure the timeliness or accuracy of the information on this site.
More Options:
- Request Info:
Get info / application from Aims Community College
- View website:
Visit school website
- Tools: Search schools by zip, Compare schools side-by-side
- Return to: Colorado community colleges, Home
Featured Partners:
- Most Recent
- Apprenticeship Program
- Midnight Classes
- Event Planning Courses
- Singing Courses
- Radio Broadcasting Programs
- Most Popular
- H.S. Diploma vs. GED
- High Paying Careers Not Requiring Bachelors
- Free Tuition for Unemployed Students
- Online Courses
- Why Community College?
- About College
- Why Community College?
- Choosing a College
- Choosing a College Campus
- School Accreditation
- Top 7 Myths
- Outperforming Typical Colleges
- Online Courses
- Continuing Education
- Careers After College
- Scientist & Engineering Careers
- Recession-Proof Careers
- Licensing & Certification
- Recession-Proof Healthcare Careers
- High Paying Careers Not Requiring Bachelors
- Obtaining Bachelor's Degree
- View more articles
- Affording College
- Affording College
- Save $80K on Tuition
- Understanding Grants
- Community College Loans
- Stafford Loans
- Direct Loans
- Scholarships
- Financial Help for Single Parents
- President Obama's Financial Aid Proposals
- Work Study Programs
- Veterans in Community Colleges
- College Cost Reduction Act
- Support for the Unemployed
- Free Tuition for Unemployed Students
- Tuition-Free College?
- View more articles
- Attending College
- Your First Semester
- Community College Enrollment Exams
- Transferring
- Transferring Credits
- Reverse Transfer Process
- Getting Off of Waiting Lists
- Midnight Classes
- Campus Changes from Increased Enrollment
- Undocumented Immigrant Students
- Community College Recruits Wanted
- Getting Professor Help
- Getting Tutoring Help
- Getting Writing Help
- Academic Probation and Dismissal
- Mentoring Programs
- View more articles
- Courses in College
- Event Planning Courses
- Graduate Early through Course Testing
- Honors Courses
- Economically-Driven Curriculum Changes
- Apprenticeship Program
- Teacher Certification
- Autism Teaching Certificate
- Electronic Health Records Programs
- Nursing Programs
- Business Ethics Courses
- Weight Loss Support on Campus
- Marriage Workshops and Courses
- Culinary Programs
- Courses for Entrepreneurs
- Parenting Classes
- View more articles