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College of Aurora

Our LocationsCentreTech Campus

Lowry Campus

Online Classes

Established as the original permanent location of the Community College of Aurora, the CentreTech Campus is nestled in a welcoming, picturesque neighborhood on the east side of the Highline Canal in central Aurora. The CentreTech Campus has a small college campus environment and is home to many of the college’s general studies programs, such as history, English, mathematics, anthropology, psychology, teacher education, philosophy and sociology. The CentreTech campus is also home to the college’s fine arts and theatre programs as well as the college’s Student Centre.

The Community College of Aurora is also available worldwide via the Internet, making it convenient for students to complete assignments and interact with instructors and classmates online from any location. CCA Online offers courses on English, math, computers, history, management, and much more. In fact, students can complete Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of General Studies, and selected certificate and Associate of Applied Sciences degrees entirely online.

Once home of the United States Air Force Academy, CCA’s Lowry Campus is a dynamic campus that is transforming the look and feel of the western boundary of “Original Aurora.” Home to many of the college’s most innovative and state of the art programs including the Colorado Film School and the Colorado Disaster Management Institute, the Lowry Campus is home to truly cutting edge programs and facilities. Supporting nearly 45% of the total CCA student population, the Lowry Campus is also the primary location for the college’s lab sciences, nursing pathway program, business and computer science programs, Aurora Language Center, and the School of Art and Media.

CentreTech Campus16000 E. CentreTech ParkwayAurora, CO 80011-9036303.360.4700

Lowry Campus710 Alton Way, West Quad BuildingDenver, CO 80230303.340.7093

Degrees & CertificatesAssociate of Arts DegreesEarn a designated A.A. degree in:•  Early Childhood Education •  Economics•  Elementary Education •  History•  Psychology•  Spanish

Associate of Arts Degrees, Plan of StudyEarn a general A.A. degree with an emphasis in:•  Early Childhood Education (Transfer: Regis University 

and University of Northern Colorado – Center for Urban Education)

•  Fine Art•  Philosophy Associate of Science DegreesEarn a designated A.S. degree in:•  Business•  Engineering•  Mathematics•  Psychology

Associate of Science Degrees, Plan of StudyEarn a general A.S. degree with an emphasis in:•  Biology •  Biotechnology•  Chemistry•  Earth / Space•  Physics•  Pre-Health

Associate of General Study Degrees•  Associate of General Studies, Generalist•  Paralegal                                              Associate of Applied Science Degrees•  Accounting •  Acting for the Screen•  Applied Technology •  Business Administration•  Business: Human Resources•  Business: Marketing•  Cinematography/Videography•  Computer Information Systems (CIS) •  Criminal Justice•  Early Childhood Education (ECE)

•  Emergency and Homeland Security•  Emergency and Homeland Security w/Emphasis in 

Emergency Medical Service•  Emergency and Homeland Security w/Emphasis in 

Fire Fighting•  Fire Science Technology•  Fire Services Management•  Graphic Design•  Graphic Storytelling•  IT Tech and Support•  Management w/Paralegal Emphasis•  Networking•  Paralegal•  Paramedicine•  Post-Production•  Programming•  Writing/Directing•  Writing/Producing

Articulated DegreesMETROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY •  Computer Science

REGIS UNIVERSITY: 90-Hr A.A.S. and A.G.S. Crosswalks•  Accounting•  Business•  Business: Human Resources•  Business: Marketing•  FVM: Acting for the Screen•  FVM: Cinematography / Videography•  FVM: Video Post Production•  FVM: Writing / Directing•  FVM: Writing / Producing•  Management – Paralegal Emphasis  

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO •  Integrated Nursing Pathway  Certificates Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy Business: Entrepreneurial Business: Full Charge BookeepingBusiness: General BusinessBusiness: Individual Tax PreparationBusiness: IRS Enrolled Agent Tax PreparationBusiness: Managerial AccountingBusiness: MarketingBusiness: Real EstateBusiness: Human ResourcesComputer: C Programming

Computer:  C#.Net  ProgrammingComputer: Office Administrator Option AComputer: Office Administrator Option BComputer: Office Administrator Option CComputer:  Programming Computer: A+Computer: Beginning OracleComputer: C ++ ProgrammingComputer: CISCOComputer: Game ProgrammingComputer: IT Tech and SupportComputer: Java ProgrammingComputer: Linux / Unix Systems Administrator Computer: Networking / Security Computer: Visual Basic.Net ProgrammingCriminal Justice Community Policing Criminal Justice Law Criminal Justice Operations Criminal Justice Systems Digital Sculpture and ModelingEarly Childhood Education: Director Early Childhood Education: Group Leader Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Fire and Explosion InvestigationFire Science TechnologyFVM: Advanced Immersion FVM: Cinematography/Videography CertificateFVM: Film Video Media CoreFVM: Post-Production CertificateFVM: Writing Producing FVM: Writing/Directing CertificateFVM:Acting for the ScreenHazardous-MaterialsParalegal Security Officer Specialist Technical RescueTrainer/Physical FitnessTrainer/Tactical Fitness Translation and InterpretationWeb Design

Find employment statistics that relate to each of our certificates at:www.ccaurora.edu/gainful-employment

The Community College of Aurora is accredited by the Commission of Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Accreditation

Get to Know UsThe Community College of Aurora shapes education and equips students with relevant learning for life that goes beyond the book. At CCA, we are small enough to get to know you, and big enough to offer numerous courses of study to meet your educational goals. We have:

•  Exceptional faculty and staff•  Convenient class times and locations•  Friendly support services•  A diverse student body•  Innovative teaching style combining solid theory with

practical training •  Simulated classrooms that replicate real work settings•  Science and computer labs with the most advanced

technology•  Classes that are guaranteed to transfer (gt) to 4-year

Colorado colleges •  Tutoring•  Affordable tuition•  Financial aid and scholarships

Fast FactsTotal Enrollment: 7,610

Status:Full Time Students: 26%Part Time Students: 74% Gender:Male: 41%Female: 58%

Ethnicity: African-American: 25%American Indian: 1%Asian: 7%Hispanic/Latino: 16%White/Not Hispanic: 41%

The first step for new students is to apply for admission. Applying to the Community College of Aurora is simple, and the college processes applications on a rolling basis. Additionally, there is no application fee. In other words, you can apply anytime, for free, at www.ccaurora.edu/apply or at one of the college’s campuses.

If you would like to learn more about the Community College of Aurora, schedule a tour, or discuss whether the programs at the institution meet your academic needs, please contact the Office of College Outreach and Recruitment at (303) 340-7522.

Getting Involved Clubs, Organizations, & Recreational Sports

Student organizations are designed to enhance your experience at CCA. We believe that activities should encourage involvement by all students and should allow for the development of skills and knowledge useful in the student’s life. Current clubs at CCA:

• Black Student Alliance• Engineering Club• Men’s Basketball• Men’s Soccer• Phi Theta Kappa

Getting Started

Request a Tour

• Psychology Club• Science Club• Student Government Association• Theatre Club

CCA has two beautiful campuses we would love to show you. One campus is located at Lowry, and the other is at CentreTech Parkway. CCA also offers classes at seven outreach locations throughout Aurora. Our students enjoy walking and biking on the scenic Highline Canal and attending the many cultural, athletic and other activities in the Denver Metro area.Complete our Request A Tour form atwww.ccaurora.edu/tour

*(at home) refers to students living with their parents

The first step for new students is to apply for admission. Applying to the Community College of Aurora is simple, and the college processes applications on a rolling basis. Additionally, there is no application fee. In other words, you can apply anytime, for free, at www.ccaurora.edu/apply or at one of the college’s campuses.

If you would like to learn more about the Community College of Aurora, schedule a tour, or discuss whether the programs at the institution meet your academic needs, please contact the Office of College Outreach and Recruitment at (303) 340-7522.

Getting Involved Clubs, Organizations, & Recreational Sports

Student organizations are designed to enhance your experience at CCA. We believe that activities should encourage involvement by all students and should allow for the development of skills and knowledge useful in the student’s life. Current clubs at CCA:

• Black Student Alliance• Engineering Club• Men’s Basketball• Men’s Soccer• Phi Theta Kappa

College CostsTuition and Fees: $2,836 (Resident) / $10,741 (Non-resident) As part of the Colorado Community College System, the Community College of Aurora’s tuition and fees are among the lowest in the state of Colorado. It is the goal of the Colorado Community College System to keep a high quality college education affordable to all residents of the state by maintaining low tuition rates. Below is an example of a typical full-time student’s costs of attendance for an entire year.

Financial AidCommunity College of Aurora works hard to ensure that college is affordable to all students. To accomplish this, CCA students can qualify for all standard types of state and federal financial assistance. From Pell Grants to work study awards to student loans, CCA students can qualify for enough financial aid support to pay for their educations. Last year, CCA awarded more than $23 million in state and federal financial aid to enrolled students. To qualify for state and federal financial aid, students must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form is available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov or can be completed in the FAFSA computer lab at the CentreTech Campus.

ScholarshipsIn addition to standard types of financial aid, the Community College of Aurora and the Community College of Aurora Foundation offer hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants and scholarships every year. For more information on scholarships and grants, check www.ccaurora.edu/scholarships.

If you would like to learn more about financial aid opportunities at the Community College of Aurora, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at (303) 360-4709.

2011 - 2012 Typical Annual Costs for a Full-Time Student at CCA

In- State (at home)* In- State (off-campus) Out-of-State (at home)* Out-of-State (off-campus)

Tuition/Fees $2,836.00 $2,836.00 $10,741.00 $10,741.00 Room/Board $4,185.00 $8,712.00 $4,185.00 $8,712.00 Books/Supplies $1,749.00 $1,749.00 $1,749.00 $1,749.00 Local Transportation $1,296.00 $1,296.00 $1,296.00 $1,296.00 Personal Expenses / $3,375.00 $3,519.00 $3,375.00 $3,519.00 Medical Expenses

TOTAL $13,441.00 $18,112.00 $21,346.00 $26,017.00

Getting Started Paying for College

*(at home) refers to students living with their parents

Designated Degree Program

Start here. Finish there. Seamless transfer from CCA into a bachelor’s program as a junior. When you earn your associate degree in a designated field of study, and complete the requirements for admission, you can transfer to a public Colorado college or university as a junior. The associate degrees of designation include Business, Early Childhood Education, Economics, Elementary Education, Engineering, History, Mathematics, Psychology, and Spanish.

gtPATHWAYS

Many students at the Community College of Aurora plan to transfer to other institutions to complete their academic programs. To assist students in this process, Colorado has developed a statewide guaranteed transfer program called “gtPATHWAYS.” This program ensures that certain courses at the college are guaranteed to transfer to any public college or university in Colorado. Talk to your counselor about this program or call the CCA Office of College Outreach and Recruitment at (303) 340-7522.

High school students can take CCA classes to earn college credit and credit toward high school graduation at the same time. CCA has agreements with Aurora Public Schools, Adams 14 School District, Cherry Creek School District, Denver Public

Schools, and Jefferson County Schools to provide college-level courses to selected high school students free of charge.

You can save a lot of money on classes that go toward CCA degrees and certificates or transfer to other two-year colleges

and to four-year universities.

Guaranteed TransferPaying for College

High School Students

Go Beyond the Book

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• : Learn on your own schedule. Earn a degree or certificate fully online—computer science, business, accounting, and many more.

• : Learn like you’ll work.

Classrooms so life-like you won’t remember you’re in college—training in EMS, CPR, law enforcement, paralegal, and emergency management.

• : Jump start your career. Programs to get you into a career faster—web design, computer science, business, accounting, and more. Start computer classes any Monday.

• : Earn a bachelor’s degree. Start here, take your first two years at CCA; Finish there, transfer to a 4-year Colorado college or university—film video, nursing, history, business, economics, psychology, biology, engineering, world languages, and more.