The main campus of Montessori Education Center Of The Rockies is in Boulder, CO (a small city). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. Montessori Education Center Of The Rockies offers degrees up to the Post-Baccalaureate certificate.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to education and teaching.
Montessori Education Center Of The Rockies does not accept everyone who applies.
In 2007-2008, the school had 64 enrolled students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Montessori educators help children develop their unique potential as human beings. Our goal is to prepare adults who wish to work with children by providing a learning experience which integrates Montesori philosophy, methodology and current concepts of human development. We are committed to supporting the indiviual growth and interest of adult students, including those who may be encountering Montessori philosophy for the first time."
More complete details are provided below.
Montessori Education Center Of The Rockies
4745 Walnut Street
Boulder, CO 80301
General Phone: (303) 494-3002
http://www.mecr.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 47 | Montessori teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Montessori Education Center Of The Rockies in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 30 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 11 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 6 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Montessori Education Center Of The Rockies had a total enrollment of 64 students (67 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 5% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 30% |
| 35-39 | 20% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Boulder, Colorado for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Colorado Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 12 | 11 | 92% | 11 | 100% |
| Women | 12 | 11 | 92% | 11 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
| Years of College Work Before Admittance | recommended |
Financial Aid:
Montessori Education Center Of The Rockies participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3306300)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Montessori Education Center Of The Rockies Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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