Colorado Christian is in a large suburb, in Lakewood, Colorado. The school has a Undenominational religious affiliation. Colorado Christian is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
The most common major fields study at Colorado Christian include music, business and management, and computer science and engineering.
The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2005 was 510 to 630 for students at Colorado Christian. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 480 and 590. The school attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
Colorado Christian, in 2005, had 2,122 students (1,625 full-time equivalent). Adults changing careers are relatively common at the school.
Dorm living is common. The school makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at Colorado Christian belong to the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Colorado Christian University is to serve God by providing Christ-centered higher education."
More complete details are provided below.
Colorado Christian University
8787 West Alameda Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80226
General Phone: (303) 963-3000
Admissions Phone: (303) 963-3200
Financial Aid Phone: (303) 963-3230
http://WWW.CCU.EDU
Colorado Christian awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 157 | business management, human resources, business administration, marketing, MIS, accounting |
| Education And Teaching | 97 | curriculum and instruction, elementary school teaching, early childhood education, English teaching, middle school teaching |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 59 | computer services management, computer and info science |
| Liberal Arts | 51 | general studies, social services, international studies, English, liberal arts and sciences, history, creative writing |
| Therapy And Counseling | 25 | psychology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 21 | youth ministry, bible studies, theology |
| Media | 14 | communication studies, recording arts tech |
| Science | 9 | biology |
| Music | 7 | various music studies, music, music performance |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Fine Arts | 2 | fine arts |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 1 | exercise science |
| Design | 1 | interior design |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 1 | film and photography |
Number of programs and degrees for Colorado Christian in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 374 | 34 |
| Master's degree | 62 | 2 |
| Associate's degree | 13 | 1 |
In 2005, Colorado Christian had a total enrollment of 2,122 students (1,625 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 89% |
| Graduate | 11% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 15% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Colorado | 46% |
| Illinois | 5% |
| Texas | 5% |
| California | 5% |
| Arizona | 4% |
| Wisconsin | 3% |
| Nebraska | 2% |
| New Mexico | 2% |
| South Dakota | 2% |
| Oregon | 2% |
| Minnesota | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Kansas | 2% |
| Utah | 2% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Montana | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
Colorado Christian offers campus housing for 675 of its 1,625 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Lakewood, Colorado for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Colorado Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 12 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 946 | 729 | 77% | 237 | 33% |
| Men | 375 | 279 | 74% | 87 | 31% |
| Women | 571 | 450 | 79% | 150 | 33% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 510 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 590 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 40% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 77% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (303) 963-3200
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,740 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,740 |
| Room and board | $ 6,900 |
| Room charge | $ 3,900 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,188 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,170 |
Financial Aid:
Colorado Christian participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 940100)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (303) 963-3230
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 25 | 12 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 10 | $55,550 | 6 | $49,633 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $46,528 | 3 | $41,200 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 6 | $42,350 | 3 | $31,667 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 25 | $49,134 | 12 | $43,033 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference |
| Track | Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 33 | 38 | 71 |
| Basketball | 11 | 7 | 18 |
| Track | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| All Other Sports | 20 | 28 | 48 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
International/Global Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Social Sciences, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Recording Arts Technology/Technician
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
Music, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
Youth Ministry
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Colorado Christian Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in music (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Undenominational affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Has ROTC (army, air force)
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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