Aims Community College empowers learners to achieve their academic and career goals by offering more than 200 degree and certificate programs. Since 1967, the college has established its presence in Northern Colorado with locations in Greeley, Fort Lupton, Windsor, and Loveland, as well as online.
The mission of Aims is to provide knowledge, skills, and support services to advance the quality of life, economic vitality, and overall success of the diverse communities we serve. Aims emphasizes inclusivity, accessibility, student-focused learning, affordability, state-of-the-art facilities, and small class sizes.
On average, about 80% of our graduates find employment within 9 months after leaving Aims. Most of them are employed right here in Northern Colorado. More than half of our graduates continue on in their academic pursuits, many of whom transfer to a 4-year institution. We help as many students as we can graduate with little-to-no student debt; recent figures show only 9% of learners leave Aims with student debt.
Aims Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Aims Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution.
School Highlights
Aims Community College serves 11,372 students
The college's student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 35:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 51%.
Ben Scott, a military veteran, is working on his next chapter by studying Welding Technology at Aims Community College. The welding program has provided more than just technical training - ...moreit's given him independence, confidence, and a supportive community that has been instrumental in his personal growth and transformation. hide
After putting her dreams on hold for her family, Darlene Ramirez returned to college, inspired by her son. At Aims Community College, she found support, rediscovered her love for learning, ...moreand became a leader-proving it's never too late to start over and succeed. hide
Aims Community College is offering a new Medical Billing and Coding Certificate program starting in Fall 2025. This program is designed to meet the increasing demand for skilled administrative professionals ...morein healthcare, an industry critical to Northern Colorado and beyond. hide
The first Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Public Safety cohort of students has completed the program and will graduate at the commencement ceremony on May 16. Among the three ...moregraduating students is Andrew Brown, an Aims student and employee with deep-rooted connections in the Aims community. hide
Kira Davis Weber has lived in seven states, from Alaska to Maryland, worked various jobs from Disney World to Starbucks, and studied everything from German literature to tourism management. In ...more2024, she came to Aims to enroll in the Master Automobile Service Technician associate degree program. hide
Tobi Howell was like many high school graduates, feeling uncertain about his future.His girlfriend suggested that he become a firefighter. After that, he began to look into that calling at ...moreAims Community College. hide
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $2,426 is less than the state average of $3,712. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,266 is more than the state average of $10,526. The out-state tuition has grown by 17% over four years.
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Tuition Notes
In-State (out of district) - $3,650
Western Undergraduate - $5,306
Tuition costs are calculated at standard tuition rates for 24 credits. Some courses/programs may have higher tuition costs.
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Acceptance Rate
100%
91%
Sports
School Mascot
Arty The Aardvark
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
21 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Agriculture ClubAims Creative Writing Club
Aims Game ClubChi Alpha
English Honor SocietyFull Throttle Club
Future Educator ClubHunger Free Student Advisory Council
InterVarsityLULAC - League of Latin American Citizens
Media Production ClubNational Society of Leadership and Success
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)Program of Radiology Students at Aims
Psychology ClubSTEM Club
Student Nursing AssociationStudent Veterans of America
Women in Aviation
Arts and Music Programs:
Aims Community Theater GroupDelta Psi Omega
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
The mission of Aims Community College is to provide knowledge,
skills, and support services to advance the quality of life,
economic vitality, and overall success of the diverse communities
we serve. The college values include:
Authenticity & Truthfulness
Community
Equity & Professional Respect
Inclusiveness
Performance Excellence & Effectiveness
Life at Aims is more than students taking classes. It's where
connections are made, and potential is reached.
The Student Life Department at Aims provides high-impact
co-curricular programs designed to help you maximize the student
experience. The Student Life Office offers support and growth
experiences through a variety of educational, social and
multicultural activities. Aims students can participate in student
leadership activities through student clubs, the Student Government
Association (SGA), the Campus Activities and Planning Board (CAP),
the Hunger Free Campus Student Advisory Council, and much more.
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