Tel:
(303)556-2600
- 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 10,296 students (24% of students are full-time).
- Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 36%.
- Community College of Denver is one of 5 community colleges within Denver County, CO.
- The nearest community college is Lincoln College of Technology-Denver (2.30 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 198 teachers has declined by 18% over five years.
| Community College of Denver | (CO) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 198 staff | 48 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 10,296 students | 1,571 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 52:1 | 36:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 2,514 students | 670 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 7,782 students | 901 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | 1%
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1%
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| % Asian | 5%
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2%
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| % Hispanic | 22%
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16%
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| % Black | 11%
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5%
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| % White | 45%
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64%
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| % Two or more races | 4%
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3%
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| % Non Resident races | 6%
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1%
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| % Unknown races | 5%
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8%
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| Diversity ScoreThe chance that two students selected at random would be members of a different ethnic group. Scored from 0 to 1, a diversity score closer to 1 indicates a more diverse student body. | 0.73 | 0.55 |
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| College Completion Rate | 10%
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| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $33,100 | - |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) 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.
Nearby Schools
- College Location Mi. Students
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Lincoln College of Technology-DenverPivate, for profit1,263 students | 2.30 Mi11194 E 45th Ave
Denver, CO 80239
(303)722-5724 2.301,263 -
CollegeAmerica-DenverPrivate, non-profit407 students | 4.80 Mi1385 S Colorado Blvd., 5th Floor
Denver, CO 80222
(303)300-8740 4.80407 -
Colorado School of Healing ArtsPivate, for profit176 students | 5.20 Mi7655 W Mississippi Ste 100
Lakewood, CO 80226
(303)986-2320 5.20176 -
Johnson & Wales University-DenverPrivate, non-profit1,391 students | 5.20 Mi7150 Montview Blvd
Denver, CO 80220
(303)256-9300 5.201,391 -
Colorado School of TradesPivate, for profit196 students | 5.40 Mi1575 Hoyt St
Lakewood, CO 80215
(303)233-4697 5.40196
Recent Articles
May 19, 2017
We’ll report on the Benefits Access for College Completion Initiative, which will connect low-income community college students to much-needed public benefits for the purpose of improving college completion rates.
May 19, 2017
We analyze some of the ways in which community colleges have changed and improved over the years, from online classes to new degree programs.
May 19, 2017
We explore the various ways students can take full advantage of learning opportunities at community colleges today, from high school programs to worker retraining and transfer agreements.
