At Johnson & Wales University, we prepare you for personal and professional success. Our pioneering educational model of combining academics, hands-on training, work experience tied to a field of study, leadership opportunities and career development has made JWU a recognized leader in career education. The mission of Johnson & Wales University is to empower its diverse student body to succeed in today's dynamic world by integrating general education, professional skills and career-focused education. To this end, the university employs its faculty, services, curricula and facilities to equip students with the conceptual and practical tools required to become contributing members of society. Denver students enjoy a broad mix of social, cultural, educational and recreational programs including National Student Organizations, Greek Life, and interest specific clubs and programs as well as campus-wide events. The campus? Community Leadership Institute is a model for involved community service throughout the region.
School Highlights
Johnson & Wales University-Denver served 397 students (84% of students were full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 3:1 was lower than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was less than the state average of 44%.
School Overview
Johnson & Wales University-Denver
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
137 staff
80 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
397 students
2,187 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
332 students
687 students
# Part-Time Students
65 students
1,500 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
885 students
443 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
312 students
528 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
20 students
97 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
952 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
346 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
3%
3%
% Hispanic
16%
22%
% Black
7%
5%
% White
60%
56%
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
5%
7%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.63
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
56%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
2.18%
2.68%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,800
$33,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
In-State Tuition Fees
$28,539
$4,455
Out-State Tuition Fees
$28,539
$10,707
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
87%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,750
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,436
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
88%
83%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Johnson & Wales University-Denver cost?
Johnson & Wales University-Denver's tuition is approximately $28,539 for In-State students and $28,539 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Johnson & Wales University-Denver?
The acceptance rate of Johnson & Wales University-Denver is 88%, which is higher than the state average of 83%.
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Did You Know?
For Colorado public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,455 per year for in-state students and $10,707 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,261 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
