Be an Advocate

Join us in transforming lives, families, and communities

With 13 colleges and over 35 locations, you can make a statewide impact. Almost all of our 115,000 students are Colorado residents, and we educate nearly half of all undergraduate resident students of color in the state.

As the largest provider of education and workforce training, we pledge to keep tuition low, quality high, and to deliver skilled talent to Colorado business and industry.

We’re Changing the Way Colorado Goes to School

Our colleges have evolved alongside business and industry needs to provide a range of programs. Our programs range from short-term industry credentials and associate degrees to dozens of Bachelor’s of applied science degrees and even one Master’s degree.

1,500academic and training programs
15bachelor’s degree programs
1,000+industry certificate programs
570associate degree programs

Maximizing Value for Students and Our State

We promise every Coloradan an affordable college education.

61%CCCS students who graduate debt-free
2XAverage return on every dollar invested in a CCCS education
56%lower tuition rate compared to Colorado universities

The Partner of Choice for Business and Industry

We’re delivering a diverse, skilled, and competitive workforce for Colorado. We work closely with industry to design pathways needed for today’s and tomorrow’s industries. Read about our impact in healthcare and advanced industries.

$100mfederal and state workforce grants awarded to CCCS
400custom workforce trainings implemented annually

Contact Your Representatives Today

Make your voice heard. Contact your state representatives to support the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). Your advocacy can help ensure that our colleges continue to provide affordable, high-quality education and workforce training. By reaching out to your representatives, you can influence decisions that impact our students and communities.

Share Your Ideas

We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ideas to help us improve and grow the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). Your input is valuable in shaping the future of our colleges and enhancing the educational experience for all students.

Support Your Community

Join us in helping students achieve their educational goals and in building a brighter future in our colleges and communities by contributing to the Foundation for Colorado Community Colleges.

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