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Red Rocks Community College

13300 W Sixth Ave
Lakewood, CO 80228
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
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Red Rocks Community College Photo #1 - RRCC graduates boast the 3rd highest median salaries in Colorado in their first year out of college-and 1st highest among all community colleges. Ask us why.
  • Located at the foot of the Rocky Mountains in Lakewood Colo., Red Rocks Community College offers more than 150 programs and 650 courses leading to 2-year degrees, 4-year degrees, a Master's program, and many professional certificates.
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School Highlights

Red Rocks Community College serves 8,419 students (26% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 51%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 8,419 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,840
  • Out-state tuition: $7,551
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Minority enrollment: 37%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Red Rocks Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability

School Overview

The teacher population of 161 teachers has declined by 51% over five years.
Red Rocks Community College
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, non-profit
Total Faculty
161 staff
56 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Red Rocks Community College has grown by 39% over five years.
The Red Rocks Community College diversity score of 0.56 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,419 students
1,144 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
52:1
35:1
# Full-Time Students
2,212 students
671 students
# Part-Time Students
6,207 students
1,413 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
8,322 students
1,072 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,115 students
641 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
97 students
848 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
6,207 students
1,327 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
3%
3%
% Hispanic
20%
26%
% Black
2%
8%
% White
63%
49%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
2%
% Unknown races
4%
7%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
26%
32%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
39%
27%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$38,300
$33,300

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $1,840 is less than the state average of $3,712. The in-state tuition has declined by 57% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,551 is less than the state average of $10,526. The out-state tuition has declined by 52% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,840
$3,712
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,551
$10,526
Tuition Notes
Tuition costs listed do not take into account RRCC Foundation Scholarships (90% of RRCC applicants receive aid after applying), nor does it include COF tuition discounts from the state of Colorado.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
53%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$10,981
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,500
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
100%
90%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
BasketballIntramural Sports Only
Rock ClimbingVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Travel Abroad


Recreational Athletic Programs:
BasketballCamping
PilatesRock Climbing
Table TennisYoga

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • The Lakewood campus is the largest community college campus in Colorado. Red Rocks also has a campus in Arvada. Courses are delivered in formats from traditional classroom to online to self-paced and weekend classes. Since 1969, Red Rocks Community College has delivered a quality education to an eclectic mix of students of all ages, incomes and backgrounds. For many of our 14,000 annual students, Red Rocks is the convenient community college just down the street. For others, a Red Rocks program or course is worth traveling halfway around the world. Red Rocks serves more than 14,000 students annually, meeting the diverse educational needs of the residents of Clear Creek, Gilpin, Jefferson and Park counties and other areas by providing access to excellent higher education. Incorporating both the stability of American academic tradition and the flexibility to be responsive to community needs, the college emphasizes innovation, leadership, quality and service. As the continuing education department of Red Rocks Community College our mission is not just OSHA training. RMEC offers training in OSHA Training, Online OSHA Training, Asbestos Training, Computer Training, Online Computer Training, Environmental and Cross-Connection Training, Casino Gaming Certifications, Training Certificate Programs, Motorcycle Safety Training and On-site/Customized Training.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Red Rocks Community College cost?
Red Rocks Community College's tuition is approximately $1,840 for In-State students and $7,551 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Red Rocks Community College?
The acceptance rate of Red Rocks Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 90%.
What sports does Red Rocks Community College offer?
Red Rocks Community College offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Intramural Sports Only, Rock Climbing and Volleyball.
What is Red Rocks Community College's ranking?
Red Rocks Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Colorado for: Least expensive tuition.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 8,419 students
  • In-state tuition: $1,840
  • Out-state tuition: $7,551
  • Acceptance Rate: 100%
  • Minority enrollment: 37%
  • Source: Verified school update

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