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Colleges in Denver

There are at least 24 colleges in Denver, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 78,277 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 54,673 full-time students, and a reported 3,268 dorm rooms.

(Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left.)

The largest schools here include Metropolitan State College of Denver, University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center, Regis University and University of Denver.

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Denver QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

Argosy University
Denver, Colorado

Offers degree programs in business, education, health sciences, and psychology and behavioral sciences. 18 campuses in 11 states and online programs.

  • Programs: Accounting, Administration, Counseling, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Health and Human Services, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Psychology, Teaching
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

CollegeAmerica
Denver, Colorado

For the past 40+ years, CollegeAmerica has provided education to students looking to jump start their careers in a particular field. Classes form monthly and admission is open.

  • Programs: Accounting, Communication, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate

DeVry University
Denver South, Colorado

Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.

  • Programs: e-Business/ e-Commerce, Information Technology, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor

Johnson & Wales University
Denver, Colorado

  • Programs: Culinary Arts and Pastry, Hospitality Management
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

Kaplan College
Denver, Colorado

Kaplan College teaches students skills that have relevance in many fast-growing employment areas. Several forms of tuition assistance may be available for qualified enrollees.

  • Programs: Criminal Justice, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Paralegal
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Lincoln College of Technology
Denver, Colorado

Lincoln College of Technology (LCT) has 37 campuses in 17 different states, with online programs as well, in a variety of different fields.

  • Programs: Automotive Marine and Aviation
  • Degrees/Course Work: Coursework

National American University Campus
Denver, Colorado

Offers degree programs in business, health care, information technology, and much more. Located at twelve campuses throughout the Central U.S.

  • Programs: Accounting, Finance, History, Information Technology, International, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical Assisting and Nursing
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Master

Redstone College
Denver, Colorado

Offers career training programs in aviation, industrial services, and construction. Located in Denver, Colorado and Los Angeles, California

  • Programs: Automotive Marine and Aviation, HVAC Electrical Construction, Management and Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

TechSkills - Medical
Denver, Colorado

Offers career training in health care. Located at 31 campus locations in 17 states

  • Programs: Medical and Dental Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

The Art Institutes
Denver, Colorado

The Art Institutes (AI) provides programs that stimulate the minds of its students with programs in design, the arts, game programming, culinary cuisine, and fashion.

  • Programs: Communication, Culinary Arts and Pastry, Family and Consumer, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Marketing, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree - General

Denver Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2005 information.

Community College of Denver
1111 W. Colfax Ave.
Denver, Colorado 80204

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: licensed practical nurse, liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, general studies, computer and info science, nursing assistant, interdisciplinary studies, EMT paramedic.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 8,909 students, 4,347 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services.

Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton St
Denver, Colorado 80204-2197

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: construction trades, nursing assistant, home health aide, cosmetology, licensed practical nurse, automobile mechanics, administrative assistant, restaurant and catering management.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 4,192 students, 2,250 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Heritage College
12 Lakeside Ln
Denver, Colorado 80212

  • Programs: rehabilitation, medical assistant, pharmacy tech, allied health and medical assisting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 496 students, 496 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Pima Medical Institute
1701 W 72nd Avenue, Suite 130
Denver, Colorado 80221

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: medical assistant, dental assistant, medical secretary, pharmacy tech, veterinary assistant, respiratory care tech, dental services, radiation therapist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 661 students, 661 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2005 information.

Bel - Rea Institute of Animal Technology
1681 S Dayton St
Denver, Colorado 80247

  • Programs: veterinary assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's.
  • Student Body: 670 students, 670 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine
1441 York St Ste 202
Denver, Colorado 80206

  • Programs: traditional Asian medicine.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 118 students, 90 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits.

HealthONE - School of Medical Technology
1719 E 19th Ave
Denver, Colorado 80218-1281

  • Programs: clinical lab tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 20 students, 18 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Iliff School of Theology
2201 S University Blvd
Denver, Colorado 80210-4798

  • Programs: ministry, theology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 321 students, 246 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 50 student capacity.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Metropolitan State College of Denver
PO Box 173362
Denver, Colorado 80217-3362

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: behavioral sciences, criminal justice and safety, business management, accounting, biology, English, MIS, psychology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 21,010 students, 15,998 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 450-560. Math: 440-560.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Regis University
3333 Regis Blvd
Denver, Colorado 80221-1099

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, registered nursing, computer and info science, management sciences, education, interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and humanities, accounting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 11,566 students, 7,904 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 820 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 480-590. Math: 460-570.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Teikyo Loretto Heights University
3001 S Federal Blvd
Denver, Colorado 80236-2711

  • Programs: general studies, Japanese studies, diversity studies, international business, MIS.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 159 students, 159 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 232 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option.

University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center
Denver, Colorado 80217-3364

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, curriculum and instruction, registered nursing, pharmacy, communication studies, medicine, economics, public administration.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 19,766 students, 13,164 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 475-590. Math: 470-590.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option.

University of Denver
2199 S. University Blvd
Denver, Colorado 80208

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, business and related services, social work, international relations, communication studies, finance, psychology, marketing.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 10,374 students, 8,655 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,070 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 530-630. Math: 530-640.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Yeshiva Toras Chaim Talmudical Seminary
1555 Stuart St
Denver, Colorado 80204

  • Programs: Talmudic studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 15 students, 15 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 96 student capacity.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2005.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Arvada Colleges1102,15370 
Greenwood Village Colleges211,035  
Lakewood Colleges7144,1269,760771
Littleton Colleges340,3408,057188
Thornton Colleges482,384397 
Westminster Colleges7100,94015,241 

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