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School Highlights
Arapahoe Community College serves 15,012 students (19% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 51%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 15,012 students
- In-state tuition: $2,343
- Out-state tuition: $10,108
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Minority enrollment: 37%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Arapahoe Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 261 teachers has declined by 63% over five years.
Arapahoe Community College
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, non-profit
Total Faculty
261 staff
56 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Arapahoe Community College has grown by 27% over five years.
The Arapahoe Community College diversity score of 0.57 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
15,012 students
1,144 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
58:1
35:1
# Full-Time Students
2,847 students
671 students
# Part-Time Students
12,165 students
1,413 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
15,012 students
1,072 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,847 students
641 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
12,165 students
1,327 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
4%
3%
% Hispanic
16%
26%
% Black
3%
8%
% White
63%
49%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
7%
7%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
44.72%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
27%
27%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,200
$33,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,343 is less than the state average of $3,712. The in-state tuition has declined by 41% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,108 is less than the state average of $10,526. The out-state tuition has declined by 34% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,343
$3,712
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,108
$10,526
Tuition Notes
Tuition for 2023-2024 for 15 credit hours in person courses, does not include fees
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
45%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$13,050
$10,981
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
100%
90%
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
All Inclusive Queer AllianceAmerican Chemical Society
Arapahoe PinacleBoard Game Club
Clay ClubCreative Writing Club
ElevateInterior Design Club
Jugger ClubNational Society of Leadership and Success
Phi Theta Kappa Honor SocietyPhysical Therapy Assistant Club
Space Grant TeamsStudent Government
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- ACC is an innovative, learning-centered community college. With more than 55 years of service to our community and locations in LIttleton, Lone Tree and Castle Rock, our highly qualified and dedicated faculty and staff assure your success. We offer more than 100 Degrees and Certificates ranging from computer science, automotive technology, mortuary science, nursing, interior design and criminal justice. ACC also offers a Bachelor's Degree Nursing, Bachelor's of Applied Science in Emergency Service Administration and a Bachelor's of Applied Science in Advanced Parametic Practitioner. We also have a collaborative partnership with Colorado State University at our Sturm Collaboration Campus where you can acheive Bachelor's Degrees in Accounting, Marketing, Cybersecurity and Secure Software. Start at ACC and Move Mountains Anywhere! After achieving your Associate Degree, you can go directly into the workforce or transfer your credits to complete your Bachelor's Degree at a Colorado 4-year Institution. ACC will help you with every step.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Arapahoe Community College cost?
Arapahoe Community College's tuition is approximately $2,343 for In-State students and $10,108 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Arapahoe Community College?
The acceptance rate of Arapahoe Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 90%.
What is Arapahoe Community College's ranking?
Arapahoe Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Colorado for: Largest student body and Highest completion rates.
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