Community College of Denver

1111 W. Colfax Ave.
Denver, CO 80204
Top Ranked (2025): View Rankings
  • 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 10,907 students (20% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 51%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 10,907 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,394
  • Out-state tuition: $12,692
  • Student:teacher ratio: 27:1
  • 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
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 407 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Community College of Denver
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, non-profit
Total Faculty
407 staff
92 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Community College of Denver has grown by 32% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 has increased from 18:1 over five years.
The Community College of Denver diversity score of 0.73 is more than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,907 students
2,252 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
2,202 students
743 students
# Part-Time Students
8,705 students
1,509 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
109 students
185 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,202 students
536 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
95 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,705 students
1,509 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
307 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
5%
6%
% Hispanic
39%
25%
% Black
11%
6%
% White
32%
49%
% Hawaiian
n/a
3%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
5%
2%
% Unknown races
2%
4%
Diversity Score
0.73
0.69
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 $3,735. The in-state tuition has declined by 29% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,692 is more than the state average of $10,403. The out-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,394
$3,735
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,692
$10,403
Tuition Notes
$6813.85
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
83%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,178
$10,981
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,000
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
n/a
98%
Source: 2024 (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 Largest student body.
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 10,907 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,394
  • Out-state tuition: $12,692
  • Student:teacher ratio: 27:1
  • Minority enrollment: 68%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Colorado public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,735 per year for in-state students and $10,403 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,076 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Colorado is 75%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Colorado community colleges have a diversity score of 0.69, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Colorado is Colorado Heights University. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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