Red Rocks Community College Photo - RRCC graduates boast the 3rd highest median salaries in Colorado in their first year out of college-and 1st highest among all community colleges. Ask us why.

Best Jefferson County Community Colleges (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 community colleges serving 6,342 students in Jefferson County County, Colorado.
The average community college acceptance rate in Colorado is 86% (compared to national acceptance rates).
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 18:1.

Community Colleges in Jefferson County (2024-25)

College
Location
Students
Colorado School of Healing Arts
Private for-profit
7655 W Mississippi Ste 100
Lakewood, CO 80226
(303) 986-2320
| 65 students
Colorado School of Trades
Private for-profit
1575 Hoyt St
Lakewood, CO 80215
(303) 233-4697
| 149 students
Prince Institute-Rocky Mountains
Private, for profit
9051 Harlan Street, Unit 20
Westminster, CO 80031
(303) 427-5292
| 93 students
Red Rocks Community College
Red Rocks Community College Photo - RRCC graduates boast the 3rd highest median salaries in Colorado in their first year out of college-and 1st highest among all community colleges. Ask us why.
Public
13300 W Sixth Ave
Lakewood, CO 80228
(303) 914-6600
| 6,035 students

Frequently Asked Questions

How many community colleges are located in Jefferson County, CO?
There are 4 community colleges serving 6,342 students in Jefferson County, CO.
What is community college acceptance rate in Jefferson County, CO?
The average community college acceptance rate in Colorado is 86% (compared to national acceptance rates).
How diverse are community college in Jefferson County, CO?
Community colleges in Jefferson County, CO have approximately 62% minority enrollment, with the majority being Hispanic.

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