creating a better colorado for all of us

By making affordable, in-demand, and transformative education opportunities available to everyone, CCCS is changing the way Coloradoans learn and improving our workforce to drive Colorado forward. Our 2025-2030 Strategic Plan is our pledge to the people of Colorado. We will provide an inclusive, supportive, and enriching educational experience that enables all of our learners to pursue and achieve their goals. Doing so not only means a more prosperous and fulfilling life for each of us — it means a better Colorado for all of us.

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Strategic Plan Framework

The Colorado Community College System, powered by 13 colleges, enriches learners and builds communities as the premier provider of high-value career-connected life-long learning.

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The Why For Our Strategic Plan

Our Strategic Plan Goals

Economic Mobility

Increase relevant offering that will result in successful learners earning a sustaining wage.

Education For All

Increase equitable, learner-centered environments that support all learners meeting their goals.

Empowered Talent

Increase our ability to attract, retain, and sustain the highest quality workforce to advance our mission.

Partner of Choice

Increase capability, trust, and credibility with partners across all sectors to build shared prosperity.

The Power of 13

Increase shared opportunities to grow enrollment, improve quality, and achieve cost efficiencies.

Hear From Our Leadership

The leadership of all 13 colleges, the system office, and our board are united in their commitment to provide an inclusive, supportive, and enriching educational experience that enables all of our learners to pursue and achieve their goals.