Community College of Aurora
Tel:
(303)360-4700
- The Community College of Aurora takes education to a whole new level, combining solid theory with practical training. With this approach, CCA equips students with relevant learning for life that goes beyond the book. We take pride in knowing that our students graduate from cutting-edge programs ready to move to the next step in their lives, whether they transfer to a four-year institution or begin a new career.
School Highlights
- Community College of Aurora serves 7,617 students (20% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the state community college average of 36:1.
- Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 36%.
- Community College of Aurora is one of 6 community colleges within Arapahoe County, CO.
- The nearest community college to Community College of Aurora is Everest College-Aurora (2.7 miles away).
Top Placements
Community College of Aurora places among the top 20% of community colleges in Colorado for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Diversity in US community colleges
- Community Size Largest student body
School Overview
- The teacher population of 168 teachers has grown by 86% over five years.
| Community College of Aurora | (CO) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Public | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 168 staff | 40 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 7,617 students | 1,643 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 45:1 | 36:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 1,528 students | 742 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 6,089 students | 901 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | - | 1% |
| % Asian | 5% | 3% |
| % Hispanic | 15% | 17% |
| % Black | 17% | 5% |
| % White | 50% | 64% |
| % Two or more races | 5% | 3% |
| % Non Resident races | 2% | 1% |
| % Unknown races | 6% | 6% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.69 | 0.55 |
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| College Completion Rate | 18% | 36% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $35,900 | $33,100 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- The Community College of Aurora provides exciting new certificate choices in response to current workforce demands. We help students adapt to a bright new future by offering real life learning certificate programs in health care, sustainable energy technology, essential business skills, multimedia and web design, translation and interpretation, advanced computer technology, and more. Students obtain essential skills that prepare them to achieve their career goals, all at a great value. CCA faculty and staff are committed to creating an environment that is open, caring, and honest. Faculty are experienced and keep up-to-date on technological advancements and trends in their fields so that CCA curriculum is relevant and of the highest quality. CCA is a community where faculty take extra time to help dedicated students achieve success. Data show that when our students transfer to four-year schools, they earn higher grades than students who started college at those four-year institutions. We specialize in offering classes at convenient times and locations to meet students demanding schedules. CCA has hundreds of online, hybrid, and evening/weekend classes, as well as brand-new open entry classes that start every week. Our ExpressEd 10-week certificate programs are designed to retool employee skills or launch new careers quickly. Students may choose from more than 40 degrees and certificates in transfer and occupational education, and CCA's core classes are guaranteed to transfer to Colorado public colleges and universities. Our tuition and fees are nearly half of what students pay for the same education at a public or private university. CCA has two campuses located at Lowry and CentreTech Parkway. Our friendly and courteous staff are known for their outstanding customer service. Their efforts ease the stress that many new students feel when they start college straight out of high school or after a prolonged absence. When visiting with CCA advisors, students discover the most effective path for achieving their goals. Enrollment and registration staff help students navigate the computer system to get registered for classes. Financial aid counselors help students pursue possible scholarships and loans to help pay for their education. Friendly greeters show students where classrooms are at the beginning of each semester. Small class sizes, labs, and free tutoring support and enhance student learning. CCA's Career Center services guide and prepare students for successful employment. CCA is a unique global community with more than 100 countries represented in our student population, providing a rich educational experience and preparing students to compete in a global job market. Our community of students draws on the wealth of experience of fellow students who come from a variety of backgrounds and ages. The Community College of Aurora is accredited by the Commission of Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The college operates under the jurisdiction of the Colorado Community College and Occupational Education System. CCA students regularly transfer credits to state colleges and universities. Transfer information is available for student use in the Advising Center, A102.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Community College of Aurora is Everest College-Aurora (2.7 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Everest College-AuroraPrivate, for profit328 students | 2.70 Mi14280 East Jewell Ave
Aurora, CO 80012
(303)745-6244 2.70328 - Concorde Career College-AuroraPrivate, for profit761 students | 3.40 Mi111 N. Havana Street
Aurora, CO 80010
(303)861-1151 3.40761 - Bel-Rea Institute Of Animal TechnologyPrivate, for profit489 students | 4.50 Mi1681 S Dayton St
Denver, CO 80247
(303)751-8700 4.50489 - Platt College-AuroraPrivate, for profit208 students | 4.80 Mi3100 South Parker Road
Aurora, CO 80014
3033695151 4.80208 - Johnson & Wales University-DenverPrivate, non-profit1,391 students | 5.80 Mi7150 Montview Blvd
Denver, CO 80220
(303)256-9300 5.801,391
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