Everest College-Colorado Springs
- Our mission at Blair College is to provide men and women of all ages with the practical skills, education and training needed to excel in their chosen fields. The college thus provides an invaluable and timely service to society by preparing candidates to meet and exceed existing needs in the employment arena. We are totally committed to this objective and to the success of our students. Financial is available to those who quality.
School Highlights
Everest College-Colorado Springs serves 330 students (82% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 43%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,400
- Acceptance Rate: 81%
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 54%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Everest College-Colorado Springs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Completion Rates
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Everest College-Colorado Springs
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
40 staff
87 staff
Student Body
The student population of Everest College-Colorado Springs has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Everest College-Colorado Springs diversity score of 0.71 is more than the state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
330 students
723 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
271 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
59 students
952 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
494 students
443 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
271 students
431 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
31 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
717 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
370 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
19%
22%
% Black
16%
5%
% White
46%
57%
% Hawaiian
3%
1%
% Two or more races
11%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
1%
5%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.62
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
52%
32%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
2.61%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,500
$33,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $14,400 is less than the state average of $17,287. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,400
$17,287
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,461
$5,250
Acceptance Rate
81%
81%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Blair College was founded in Pueblo, Colorado as Brown's School of Business in 1897. In 1918, Mr. and Mrs. George Blair purchased Brown's Business College and renamed it Blair�s Business College. Mr. Floyd Doty assumed ownership of the College in 1938, and in 1953 the College achieved accreditation as a two-year school of business. It was among the first group of business colleges in the United States to be accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). In 1960, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Webster purchased Blair Business College and acted as its president and secretary-treasurer, respectively, until late 1979. Our programs emphasize real-world training that is tailored to meet the needs of potential employers. The fields of study focus on industries that offer solid, long-term career opportunities for graduates. Here at our campus, we maintain a well-defined program philosophy of providing a quality education that emphasizes practical skills; employ a highly skilled and dedicated faculty; and cater to students seeking a strong knowledge base and the experience needed to succeed in their chosen fields. Blair College offers many courses online. Online courses are offered through the Internet, and interaction between the students and faculty occur using a �virtual classroom.�
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Everest College-Colorado Springs cost?
Everest College-Colorado Springs's private state tuition is approximately $14,400.
What is the acceptance rate of Everest College-Colorado Springs?
The acceptance rate of Everest College-Colorado Springs is 81%, which is equal to the state average of 81%.
What is Everest College-Colorado Springs's ranking?
Everest College-Colorado Springs ranks among the top 20% of community college in Colorado for: Percent of students receiving financial aid, Highest completion rates and Least debt for graduating students.
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