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Red Rocks Community College

Public Lakewood, CO · Suburban · Rocky Mountains · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
35%
Graduation Rate
$46,288
Earnings (10yr)
$9,044
Net Price
4,889
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Overview

Students at Red Rocks Community College enjoy a low net price of $9,044, making it an accessible option for many. With an enrollment of 4,889, this public college serves a diverse body of students who are looking for affordable pathways to education and careers.

According to data from Opportunity Insights, while specific mobility metrics are not available, graduates earn a median salary of $46,288 ten years after enrollment. This suggests that students can achieve significant economic advancement with a degree from Red Rocks, especially in popular fields like Health Professions and Criminal Justice.

The graduation rate stands at 35%, indicating that students who thrive here often take advantage of the supportive programs and services available. With a median debt of $9,500, students can graduate with manageable loan burdens. This makes Red Rocks a solid choice for those focused on practical education and career readiness without incurring excessive debt.

Rankings

How Red Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation35%Earnings 10yr$46KNet Price$9KMedian Debt$10KPell Grant Rate17%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$6K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$10K$48-75K$18K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,859
In-State Tuition
$17,459
Out-of-State
$9,044
Avg Net Price
$9,500
Median Debt
17%
Pell Grant Rate
9%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,901
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,797
Family Income $30K–$48K
$10,061
Family Income $48K–$75K
$18,064
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$41,495
6 Years After Entry
$43,221
8 Years
$46,288
10 Years
0.21x
Debt-to-Earnings
56%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$41,495 6yr $43,221 8yr $46,288 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.38
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.0%
Volunteering Rate
0.89
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,601
Diversity Index 0.58
First-Gen Students 45%

Top Programs

Health Professions 25%
Criminal Justice 14%
Business & Marketing 12%
Precision Production 8%
Humanities 8%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 7%
Culinary & Personal Services 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 5%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Rocky Mountains
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
56%
White
60%
Hispanic
25%
Black
3%
Asian
3%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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