Founded in 1983, Community College of Aurora. is a college. Located in Colorado, which is a city setting in Colorado, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 7,387 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.
The Community College of Aurora Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 24:1. There are 54 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Community College of Aurora include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
0
SAT Range
ACT Range
Admissions at CCA are considered , with ,1% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Community College of Aurora.
7 Students rated on-campus housing 2 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
5 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
13 Students rated campus food 4.2 stars. 54 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
14 Students rated campus facilities 4.5 stars. 64 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
15 Students rated class size 4.8 stars. 80 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
14 Students rated school activities 2.9 stars. 7 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
14 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
15 Students rated academics 4.5 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.
Community College of Aurora REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Community College of Aurora?
14 Students rated Community College of Aurora
Yanelle - 11/02/2024
I think that is a school that offers very good services and provides the students with various opportunities. I would recommend that the opportunities are made more accessible, so it is widely available and know for all. I am happy with my education thus far at Community College of Aurora.
Malaya - 12/17/2022
I wish people know how to communicate instead of lying. Community College of Aurora is a nice college they have a lot of activities and tutoring. I will be successful knowing that I have a lot of support by my side if I need help with anything. I would recommend everyone to go there and then transfer to a university college to save money.
Alyssa - 05/02/2020
I attended the Community College of Aurora for a semester and loved it there. The professors are usually friendly and helpful. I enjoyed how quiet and peaceful the campuses were; you could pretty much get work done anywhere. I loved the computer lab, perfect for doing assignments in between classes.
Natalie - 01/06/2020
Community College of Aurora is a wonderful school with a staff that is very devoted to making sure that I have everything I need to make my college experience as easy and enjoyable as possible. I love the diversity of students and staff, and thankful that they have a great Cyber Security degree program.
Destiny - 08/19/2019
I absolutely love CCA. Almost all of the people are super friendly and willing to help with whatever you need. The extracurricular clubs are doing amazing and are an active part of the school. The teachers are also wonderful and I have not met a single one that is not actively making sure ALL students in their class understand the material. Many classes may be information packed but that is part of the challenge and the teachers do really well helping with this.
Madison - 07/10/2019
It was a great school. I took classes as a concurrent student and overall it was great. It allowed me to receive college credit while still in high school. Therefore now that I graduated college, the classes I took can transfer to a university and I will go over there in the fall
Samantha - 05/16/2018
I think that The Community College of Aurora is a great school that really gives the best to their students, provides a safe environment in and out of the classroom, and has a great community. It is a school that really embraces the message that there is absolutely no shame in going to community college, because no matter how long it takes you or where you go, pursuing your education is something be proud of. They also partner with Aurora Public Schools to have a concurrent enrollment program for high school students, which is a great opportunity. I love that the class sizes are small enough for you to learn from others and to ask questions; sometimes you don’t get that in a university where there are sometimes hundreds of students sitting in a lecture hall. The professors and staff are all very welcoming and knowledgeable. They are very helpful and willing to work with you to help you succeed, whether it is talking to you about your grades, referring you to a service for academic success, or sharing the events and activities around campus. They have reasonable tuition and fees, which is a big thing to consider when going to college, and makes the choice easier and justifiable once you are actually in class. Even though we do not have a sports team, the college partners with the city of Aurora Parks and Recreation Services to have discounted memberships to use the facilities (exercise equipment, pools, etc.) in the rec. Centers around Aurora, which I think is a great alternative to a sports team at a community college. You can also be introduced to recreational sports teams this way. Overall, I think that the Community College of Aurora is a great school.
Brittany - 05/15/2018
Community College of Aurora was a great college for me to transition into college life instead of being thrown into it, like if I went straight to a four year university. The class sizes were small and the teachers were amazing. They actually cared about how well you are doing in their class and were always there to help. All of the staff cared about how well you were doing and were willing to do anything to help you succeed in school. Though there was no on campus housing because it was a community college, I felt as though there was a great community of diverse people who were always willing to help one another.
Shannon - 05/12/2018
I honestly have nothing but good things to say about this school. The Application was easy to complete and I always felt like it was easy to get help if I had any questions. The website is awesome as well. I love to use my student account to keep track of my degree and classes. They make it a breeze to register for classes as well, as you are able to complete this through the online portal as well!
Irina - 04/19/2018
I am a dual-enrolled student at the Community College of Aurora. I began taking classes this year and my experience has been fantastic. At the moment I am taking two classes and both of my Professors are always accessible, ready to talk about more than their class and the curriculum has been more than I could ask for. My US History: Race Class, and Gender is the only one of its kind and it really stands above every class I have taken.
Amariah - 11/13/2017
Community college of Aurora is a great school to get started on your degree for a cheap price and a good education. Students are able to take classes that fit in with their schedules and do it in a timely manner. And if a student does want to do a extra curicular activity they are able to do it with all the different groups they could join on campus.
destiney - 11/01/2017
This is my first year attending community college of aurora, I would like to say that I’ve had a great experience everyone is so friendly and the resources around you are so helpful. Including the instructors since it’s not a big college they have more time to put into you like help you out during or after class.
Josue - 06/01/2017
It is a solid place to start your post secondary education. The classes are cheap yet the learning is awesome. The faculty and staff love what they do and are there to help students. They believe that everyone in their community has potential. There is a trail nearby and it has a lot of scenic areas. If you love education you will love the Community College of Aurora!
Margaux - 01/12/2017
As a current student at the Community College of Aurora, there are still many opportunities that I have yet to take advantage of. But in the small amount of time that I have attended, I have enjoyed the environment and resources that this school offers. Especially as someone who is still trying to figure out what to major in, this school provides several resources that have been incredibly helpful! I also love the class size as well as the intimacy with professors. At this point, I can say that I am happy to be attending the Community College of Aurora.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Community College of Aurora is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
This would be a life changing conversation... or at least I would hope that it would be. I dropped out of HS during my senior year to prove to my parent's that I was an independent being and could make decisions for myself. If I would have known that by dropping out of school the only person I was hurting was myself... I would have never done it. I would tell the SR me about the embarrassment I feel everytime I am asked "What year did you graduate?". I know that if I could have that moment, I would be able to have made better decisions and probably be a college graduate at this time instead of blindly going through the motions of my life now. An education is the most important thing you can get in a person's young life. I wish I would have realized this before I made some of the biggest mistakes of my life.
What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?
I wish i had known about varities of courses they had offered to the students at the tution costs in classes. I didn't realize this school has the vital courses for us to develop our own goals in career. It was essential for me to stay in college and complete the classes to get my career goal on the track. I strongly recommend the prospective students to apply for fsfsa and scholarships early before the college year begins in fall. The tutions has raised drastically every year and the classes you are considering to take will be more expensive.
What i like best about CCA is they make it possible for a person that must work full time able to attend. They have night classes and online classes. CCA is not like a typical college. it is full of adults that have been out of school for at least a few years. the school makes it really easy to go back. i dont feel out of place because of this.
What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?
When telling people about the school I attend, I brag most about the fct that I am able to attend for free through concurrent enrollment with my high school.
I can answer this for myself only, as I have not asked others about this question. At first, I chose this school because of low cost and close proximity to my home. After 2 semesters, I transferred for one year to another community college that is larger, because of schedule availability and course offerings. I am now back at Community College of Aurora, and realize that the staff are friendlier and consistently very helpful. Perhaps because the ethnicity of the student population is more varied, they seem more patient and accomodating, friendly and efficient. I heartily recommend CCA to others.
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What's unique about CCA is the diverse student/professor community. There are so many people from all types of backgrounds, ages and cultures and this sets the tone for a expanded learning experience.
What kind of person should not attend this school?
Someone who wants to go to traditional university. This school is for non traditional students who work, have children or are looking to do prerequisites or get a 2 year or technical degree.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
The worst thing about my school is the lack of motivation among the students. Some think that somehow they will get through life without working and trying. Some came to class unprepared and slowed the pace of the entire class. I graduated a year early and it was not a cake walk. Nothing can happen without motivation and there was a general lack thereof. If everyone at my school had a goal to attain, somewhere to go in life and with some greatness to achieve, I think we would find my school and society itself in a far better situation.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
66% of students attending Community College of Aurora receive some sort of financial aid.
47% were awarded federal grants.30%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
