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Colleges and Universities
in the Pikes Peak Region
University
of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS)
Type: 4
year (plus graduate programs), state supported
1,764 graduate students
One of the four campuses in the University of Colorado
system, UCCS was founded in 1965 and is prepared
to meet the higher education demands of the community
or the 21st century. One of the four campuses in the University of Colorado
system, UCCS was founded in 1965 and is prepared to meet the higher education
demands of the community for the 21st century. The university offers 22 undergraduate
degrees, 14 master's programs, and a Ph.D. in electrical engineering and
computer science, and professional programs for
its students.
UCCS recently acquired Beth-El College of Nursing
and Health Sciences, which is a professional college
offering curricula leading to undergraduate and graduate
degrees in nursing and health science. Student nurses
are placed in a variety of hospitals, mental health
facilities and other agencies in the region for their
clinical learning experiences.
United States Air Force Academy
Type: 4 year,
Enrollment: 4,008 Cadets
The U.S. Air Force Academy traces its history to 1954
when President Eisenhower signed legislation authorizing
its creation. The Pikes Peak region was chosen for
many reasons including abundant land, good flying weather
and a supportive community.
Pikes Peak Community College
Type: 2
year, state supported
Enrollment: 7,233
Pikes Peak Community College (PPCC) is a comprehensive
two-year college that offers associate degrees and
certificates in nearly 100 programs. Programs provide
freshman and sophomore level college courses for
transfer to four-year colleges and universities,
occupational training for employment in technical
and vocational fields, courses to upgrade present
occupation skills, courses for personal growth and
remedial instruction.
Colorado College (CC)
Type: 4 year,
private
Enrollment: 1,991
Colorado College is a distinctive, independent, co-education
liberal arts college that attracts an international
student body. Established in 1874, the college combines
excellent teaching in the arts and sciences with
a unique academic calendar called the Block Plan.
Colorado Technical University
Type:
4 year, private
Enrollment: 1,323 undergraduates
506 graduate students
Colorado Tech is a fully accredited private four-year
institution educating students for careers in Colorado's
high-tech job market. Colorado Tech offers associate
of science, bachelor of science and master of science
and doctorate degrees, as well as professional certifications
in Engineering, Computer Science, Technology and
Management. Non-degree study and credit for life,
military and work experience may be available.
Regis University
Type: 4 year, private
Local Enrollment: 908 undergraduates
275 graduate students
Regis University is a Jesuit institution founded
in Denver in 1887, now with 14 different campuses.
Both Colorado Springs campuses are for students over
the age of 23 who possess significant college, work
or life experience. With approximately over 1,000
undergraduate and over 300 graduate students, classes
are held at night and on weekends to better accommodate
the students' work schedules. This accelerated program
divides its academic year into six different eight-week
terms, allowing students to progress as rapidly as
desired.
Regis University offers bachelor degree programs in
Business Administration, Accounting, Computer Information
Systems, Computer Science, Liberal Arts, Communications,
Humanities, Psychology, Social Science and Nursing.
Masters' degrees are offered in Business Administration
(MBA), Liberal Studies (MALS) and Non-Profit Management
(MNM). Teacher Certifications for Colorado and Wyoming
may also be obtained through Regis in conjunction with
either the bachelor or master's degrees.
DeVry University
Type: Undergraduate
and Graduate, private
As part of one of the largest private higher-education
systems in North America, DeVry Colorado Springs provides
career-oriented programs in business, technology and
management.
DeVry's technology-based degree programs integrate
general education with industry-specific coursework
to enhance graduates' personal development and career
potential. DeVry also assists students in attaining
their career goals outside of the classroom by providing
assistance with part-time and post-graduate career
opportunities.
DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning
Commission and is a member of the North Central Association
(NCA), 30 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois,
60602,
Blair Junior College
Type: 2 year, private
Enrollment: 343
For over 100 years, Blair College has been committed
to meeting the changing employment and corresponding
educational needs of the diverse student population
of Colorado Springs and its surrounding area. Blair
College is accredited by the Accrediting Council
of Independent Colleges and Schools.
Chapman University
Type: 4 year, private
Enrollment: 300
The Colorado Springs branch of the Orange County,
California-based Chapman University is part of the
university's nationwide network of campuses. Designed
for working adults, with five nine-week terms per
year, Chapman offers night courses in undergraduate
and graduate programs within management, computers
and psychology.
Nazarene Bible College
Type: 4 year,
religious
Enrollment: 370
The Nazarene Bible College is a religious education
institution with more than 300 students enrolled.
The school offers associate and bachelor's degrees
and diploma programs in ministry, education and music.
Webster University
Type: Graduate, private
Enrollment: 263
The graduate programs are designed for early- and
mid-career professionals who require a strong academic
background with built-in flexibility to accommodate
busy schedules.
University of Phoenix
Type: 4 year,
private
Enrollment: 1,055
The Colorado Springs campus of the University of
Phoenix offers evening classes specifically designed
for working adults in pursuit of undergraduate or
graduate degrees. The concentrated-study courses
meet one night a week for five- or six-week sessions.
Students generally take only one course at a time.
The University of Phoenix offers bachelor and master
degrees in Business Administration and Management,
Information Systems, Nursing and a Master of Arts
in Education.
National American University
Type: 4
year, private
Enrollment: 330
National American University is a private, co-educational
college offering two and four-year curricula in high
demand career fields. Accreditation is by the North
Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the
Accrediting Commission of the Association of Independent
Colleges and Schools.
University of Southern Colorado
Type:
4 year, state supported - Main campus is in Pueblo
Local enrollment: 692
The University of Southern Colorado provides accelerated
degree completion opportunities designed for the
working adult. Accredited by the North Central Association
of Colleges and Schools.
Colorado
Christian University (CCU)
Type:
4 year, private
Enrollment: 612
Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914
in Denver. Currently, it operates with campuses in
Lakewood, Morrison, Colorado Springs and Grand Junction,
with a total enrollment of 1,800. CCU offers 25 undergraduate
majors and two graduate majors. Accredited by the
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
and by American Association of Bible Colleges.
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