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Community College of Aurora (CCA)

16000 E CentreTech Pky, Aurora, CO 80011

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 02276900
  • President: Linda S. Bowman
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Large City
  • Student Enrollment: 7,644
  • College Alias: CCA

Community College of Aurora

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available

Website:

www.ccaurora.edu

Mission Statement

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Campus Map

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Governing System

  • Colorado Community College System

Accreditation

  • North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Associates--Public Suburban-Serving Multicampus
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Higher Part-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
    • - Medium Two-Year

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Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Community College of Aurora directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Business and Marketing Studies

 CertificateAssociateMore Actions
Bookkeeping2215
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Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services, Other1-
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Management Information Systems154
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Marketing1-
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Office Management2526
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer76
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Computer Science41
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Computer Systems Networking72
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Web and Digital Design10-
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Education

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Early Childhood Education242
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Engineering Technology

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Energy Management and Systems Technology9-
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Child Development11
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Foreign Languages and Literature

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Language Interpretation and Translation16-
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Athletic Training14-
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Emergency Medical Technology1023
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Legal Professions and Studies

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Paralegal24-
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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General Studies-105
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Liberal Arts-134
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Liberal Arts, Other-87
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Public Administration and Social Services

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Human Services3-
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Science Technology

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Biology Technician, Biotechnology Laboratory Technician2-
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Science Technologies, Other-37
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Security and Protective Services

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Law Enforcement Administration829
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Visual and Performing Arts

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Cinematography and Film810
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates CCA accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://ccaurora.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The CCA admissions office phone number is (303) 360-4797. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

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College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • Open Admission Policy
    • - Accepts Any Student Who Applies

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 7,644

    • - Undergraduate: 7,644

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 2,553

    - Female: 3,740

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 2,553

    - Female: 3,740

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.7 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,762

    - Part-Time: 4,531

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 1,762

    - Part-Time: 4,531

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien1141%
American Indian450.6%
Black1,73023%
Asian4025%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander280.4%
Hispanic1,20516%
White2,91038%
Unknown1,01113%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 184457%
Ages 18-1990714%
Ages 20-2178612%
Ages 22-2479113%
Ages 25-291,09317%
Ages 30-3474412%
Ages 35-395409%
Ages 40-4966711%
Ages 50-653075%
Age Over 65130.2%

Graduation Rates

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The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 56%
  • Part-Time Students: 39%

Transfer Out Rates and Schools

The transfer out rate of 13% represents the number of students that have successfully transferred out of Community College of Aurora and entered into another institution, often times a 4-year university. Some of the nearby selected schools by students are listed below.

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students24%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male30%
Female17%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien21%
American Indian-
Black16%
Asian30%
Hispanic26%
White26%
Unknown32%

Tuition & Fees

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The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Community College of Aurora, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.ccaurora.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$18,565$17,086$11,176
$0 - $30,000$17,744$16,534$10,386
$30,000 - $48,000$18,217$17,371$11,898
$48,001 - $75,000$20,090$18,711$13,234
$75,001 - $110,000$20,527$20,827$15,015
More Than $110,000$21,735--

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$3,370$3,064$2,805
In-State Tuition and Fees$3,370$3,064$2,805
Out of State Tuition and Fees$12,263$12,586$12,761
Books and Supplies$2,624$2,624$2,197

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
Off Campus
Room and Board$11,616$11,304$12,406
Other Expenses$6,420$6,264$4,595
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$6,228$6,264$4,375

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$5,994$5,688$5,002
In-State$5,994$5,688$5,002
Out of State$14,887$15,210$14,958
Off Campus
In-District$24,030$23,256$22,003
In-State$24,030$23,256$22,003
Out of State$32,923$32,778$31,959
Off Campus with Family
In-District$12,222$10,242$9,377
In-State$12,222$10,242$9,377
Out of State$21,115$19,764$19,333

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The CCA financial aid office phone number is (303) 360-4709. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Office Webpage

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Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid32265%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid32265%$4,855
All Federal Grants28257%$4,367
Pell Grants28257%$4,286
Other Federal Grants316%$736
State/Local Grants & Scholarships25852%$879
Institutional Grants & Scholarships7215%$1,458
All Student Loans19940%$5,823
Federal Student Loans19940%$5,823

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)15.6%16.2%13.0%
Number in Default12012486
Number in Repayment769764659

Crime & Safety

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Vehicle Theft--2
Nearby Public Area
Vehicle Theft--2

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees598203395
Faculty Status42947382
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service42947382
Primarily Instruction42947382
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial35323
Other Professionals69645
Technical and/or Paraprofessional65605
Clerical And Secretarial47425
Skilled Crafts22-
Service and/or Maintenance1616-

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$49,305 (26)$51,351 (12)$47,552 (14)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$61,840 (17)$64,396 (9)$58,965 (8)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$49,816 (43)$51,924 (21)$47,804 (22)
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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