Community College of Aurora

Aurora, CO
16000 E CentreTech Pky, Aurora, CO 80011-9036
303-360-4700

Community College of Aurora (CCA) is a two-year institution of higher education located in Aurora, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Colorado Community College System. CCA serves the eastern Denver metropolitan area and parts of Adams County. The college offers associate degrees and certificate programs in a variety of fields, as well as workforce development and continuing education courses.

CCA was founded in 1983 as the first community college in the Denver metropolitan area. The college originally operated out of a converted middle school in the Aurora Hills neighborhood. In 1987, CCA moved to its current main campus on the north side of town. The college has since added several satellite campuses, including one in the nearby city of Brighton.

CCA is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The college is home to a number of student organizations, including clubs for academic and professional interests, as well as cultural and social groups. CCA also offers a variety of athletics programs, including men's and women's basketball, cross country, and track and field.

CCA has been recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion. In 2019, the college was named one of the nation's "Most Promising Places to Work for Community College Faculty" by Diverse: Issues in Higher Education magazine. CCA was also ranked among the top 150 community colleges in the country for minority student success by the Center for Community College Student Engagement.

Quick Facts

Enrollment: 7835

Type: Public, 2-year

Main Website: https://www.ccaurora.edu/

Financial Aid: https://www.ccaurora.edu/getting-started/welcome-financial-aid

Admission Requirements

Community College of Aurora has an open admissions policy, meaning that any student who has a high school diploma or equivalent is welcome to enroll. There are no minimum GPA or standardized test score requirements. However, students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to be considered for financial aid.

Community College of Aurora offers over 100 degree and certificate programs, as well as many non-credit courses and workshops. The most popular programs among students are in the fields of business, health, and social sciences. Students can complete their studies entirely online, on-campus, or through a combination of both.

The admissions process at Community College of Aurora is designed to be as simple and straightforward as possible. After completing the online application, students will need to submit their high school transcripts and any applicable test scores. Once all required materials have been received, the admissions committee will review the application and make a decision.

Community College of Aurora is committed to providing an affordable and accessible education to all students. The college offers a variety of financial aid options, including grants, loans, and scholarships. In addition, the college has a payment plan option that allows students to spread their tuition and fees over the course of the semester.

Whether you are looking to complete your degree, learn a new skill, or just take a few classes for fun, Community College of Aurora is here to help you achieve your goals.

Financial Aid

State Aid
Percentage of students receiving state aid	36%
Average state aid	$4030

Institutional Aid
Percentage of students receiving institutional aid	3%
Average institutional aid	$748

Student Loans
Percentage of students receiving a student loan	21%
Average student loan	$5252

Degrees Offered

: Certificates of less than 12 week; Certificates of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 year offered; Certificates of 1 year, but less than 2 year

Majors Offered

: Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping; Building/Construction Site Management/Manager; Business Administration and Management, General; Cinematography and Film/Video Production; Computer Science; Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications; Computer and Information Sciences, General; Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration; Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician; Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic); Fire Science/Fire-fighting; General Studies; Health Professions and Related Programs; Language Interpretation and Translation; Legal Assistant/Paralegal; Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other; Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies; Marketing/Marketing Management, General; Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary; Music Technology; Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide; Office Management and Supervision; Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist; Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist; Science Technologies/Technicians, Other; Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology; Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

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