- Community College of Denver is a comprehensive, student-oriented urban college, providing open access to a diverse population. CCD pledges open admissions and appropriate support to every individual who seeks the opportunities available at the college for lifelong education and personal development.
School Highlights
Community College of Denver serves 7,965 students (25% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the state community college average of 35:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 51%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 7,965 students
- In-state tuition: $3,394
- Out-state tuition: $12,692
- Student-teacher ratio: 43:1
- Minority enrollment: 68%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Community College of Denver ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 186 teachers has declined by 54% over five years.
Community College of Denver
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, non-profit
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
186 staff
56 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Community College of Denver has grown by 9% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 has increased from 20:1 over five years.
The Community College of Denver diversity score of 0.72 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,965 students
1,144 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
35:1
# Full-Time Students
2,023 students
671 students
# Part-Time Students
5,942 students
1,413 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,023 students
1,072 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,023 students
641 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
5%
3%
% Hispanic
40%
26%
% Black
11%
8%
% White
32%
49%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
4%
2%
% Unknown races
3%
7%
Diversity Score
0.72
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
10%
32%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
18%
27%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,100
$33,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,394 is less than the state average of $3,712. The in-state tuition has declined by 28% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,692 is more than the state average of $10,526. The out-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,394
$3,712
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,692
$10,526
Tuition Notes
$6813.85
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
76%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,178
$10,981
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,000
$5,000
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Community College of Denver is a public, comprehensive, learning-centered, urban college that provides open access to a diverse population. CCD, with its main campus in downtown Denver and five branch campuses located throughout the city, has an unduplicated student headcount of 10,793 and a full-time equivalent enrollment of 4,027, annualized (2000-2001). The college reflects the center-city: two-thirds of its student body is low income; approximately 65 percent is first generation; nearly 10 percent has a disability; for more than 8 percent, English is the second language; students of color make up more than 58 percent of CCD's population; and the full- and part-time staffs reflect the faces of CCD students. Our award-winning faculty, small classes and extensive support services combine to provide you a valuable and successful educational experience. Choose from more than 125 programs that prepare you for a new career, job advancement or for transfer to a four-year school. Learn in a traditional classroom setting at a variety of sites or take classes online. Community College of Denver's educational programs are designed to enrich the social, civic and economic fabric of our community, nation and the world. Ideas, innovation and the preparation of a well-trained workforce are essential to a vibrant economy. CCD provides access and opportunity for nontraditional students, workforce development and training resources for local organizations, and community partnerships that are improving high school graduation, college enrollment and career success.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Community College of Denver cost?
Community College of Denver's tuition is approximately $3,394 for In-State students and $12,692 for Out-State students.
What is Community College of Denver's ranking?
Community College of Denver ranks among the top 20% of community college in Colorado for: Diversity in US community colleges and Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is Community College of Denver located?
Community College of Denver is located in the Auraria neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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