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Pikes Peak Community College (PPCC)
- 5675 S Academy Blvd
- Colorado Springs, CO 80906
- OPEID College Code: 00889600
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- General Phone: (719) 502-2000
- President: Dr. Tony Kinkel
- Website: www.ppcc.edu

- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 11,407
- College Alias: PPCC

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - PPCC Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Large Two-Year
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.ppcc.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: PPCC Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 76%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 30% | 34% | 28% | 3% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,196 | $3,000 | $1,715 | $861 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 10.8% | 10.2% | 8.5% |
| Number in Default | 176 | 138 | 98 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,620 | 1,346 | 1,143 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $2,051 | $1,945 | $1,902 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $8,773 | $8,440 | $8,410 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,698 | $1,698 | $1,306 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,091 | $7,641 | $8,793 |
| Other Expenses | $4,212 | $3,582 | $2,385 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,212 | $3,582 | $4,833 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $3,749 | $3,643 | $3,208 |
| Out of State | $10,471 | $10,138 | $9,716 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $16,052 | $14,866 | $14,386 |
| Out of State | $22,774 | $21,361 | $20,894 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $7,961 | $7,090 | $8,041 |
| Out of State | $14,683 | $13,585 | $14,549 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 11,407 Undergraduate: 11,407
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 4,716 Female: 6,691
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 4,716 Female: 6,691
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 4,239 Part-Time: 7,168
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,239 Part-Time: 7,168
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 13 | 0.1% |
| American Indian | 165 | 1% |
| Black | 906 | 8% |
| Asian | 488 | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1,443 | 13% |
| White | 7,913 | 69% |
| Unknown | 479 | 4% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 638 | 6% |
| Ages 18-19 | 2,252 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,646 | 14% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,607 | 14% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,913 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,073 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 780 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,018 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 450 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 30 | 0.3% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 886 | 407 | 479 |
| Faculty Status | 594 | 155 | 439 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 594 | 155 | 439 |
| Primarily Instruction | 594 | 155 | 439 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 25 | 25 | - |
| Other Professionals | 46 | 38 | 8 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 221 | 189 | 32 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 116 | 107 | 9 |
| Skilled Crafts | 8 | 8 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 64 | 45 | 19 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $45,257 (153) | $47,790 (64) | $43,435 (89) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $46,659 (2) | $46,659 (2) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $45,166 (155) | $47,499 (66) | $43,435 (89) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 54%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 37%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 18% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 15% |
| Female | 21% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 25% |
| American Indian | 5% |
| Black | 12% |
| Asian | 14% |
| Hispanic | 14% |
| White | 20% |
| Unknown | 15% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Liquor Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | - |
| Burglary | 5 | - |
| Arson | 1 | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
