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Community College of Denver

Public Denver, CO · Urban · Rocky Mountains · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
18%
Graduation Rate
$39,095
Earnings (10yr)
$9,450
Net Price
5,096
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Overview

The Community College of Denver serves 5,096 students, providing a solid foundation for those looking to enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution. With a net price of $9,450, it remains an affordable option for many students seeking higher education in the heart of Denver.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data is not available for this institution, but looking at general outcomes, graduates earn an average of $39,095 within ten years of finishing their programs. This income level suggests that students can find pathways to stable careers, although the graduation rate is relatively low at 18%.

Students who thrive at the Community College of Denver often pursue programs in Health Professions, Education, Humanities, Business & Marketing, or Precision Production. With 31% of students receiving Pell Grants, financial support plays a significant role in the community. Despite the challenges, the college remains a practical choice for those focused on gaining skills and entering the job market.

Rankings

How Community Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation18%Earnings 10yr$39KNet Price$9KMedian Debt$12KPell Grant Rate31%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$8K$0-30K$10K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$16K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,902
In-State Tuition
$17,136
Out-of-State
$9,450
Avg Net Price
$12,495
Median Debt
31%
Pell Grant Rate
17%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$8,356
Family Income $0–$30K
$9,533
Family Income $30K–$48K
$10,662
Family Income $48K–$75K
$16,275
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$36,412
6 Years After Entry
$35,977
8 Years
$39,095
10 Years
0.32x
Debt-to-Earnings
51%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$36,412 6yr $35,977 8yr $39,095 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.93
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.13
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.84
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 32%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,449
Diversity Index 0.72
First-Gen Students 49%

Top Programs

Health Professions 20%
Education 19%
Humanities 18%
Business & Marketing 8%
Precision Production 8%
Computer Science & IT 3%
Legal Studies 3%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Rocky Mountains
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
59%
White
31%
Hispanic
39%
Black
12%
Asian
7%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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