Lincoln College of Technology-Denver

  • Denver Automotive and Diesel College offers you a great future if you’re interested in learning to be an Automotive Technician. Training focuses on skills that you’ll use every day in your new career, as well as honing the dedication, drive and discipline that will help you achieve success. If you’ve been looking at automotive technology schools, choose an automotive and diesel technology school that focuses on hands-on training, with industry standard equipment and experienced instructors – choose Denver Automotive and Diesel College!

School Highlights

Lincoln College of Technology-Denver serves 1,850 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 51%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,850 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 37%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 59%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Lincoln College of Technology-Denver
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
92 staff
80 staff
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Number of Programs Offered
12
46

Student Body

The student population of Lincoln College of Technology-Denver has grown by 37% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 has increased from 17:1 over five years.
The Lincoln College of Technology-Denver diversity score of 0.66 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,850 students
1,174 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
23:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,850 students
712 students
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# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,500 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
185 students
185 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,850 students
483 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
95 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,114 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
346 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
1%
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% Asian
2%
6%
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% Hispanic
41%
25%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Lincoln College of Technology-Denver and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
% Black
6%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Lincoln College of Technology-Denver and the percentage of Black community college students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
41%
49%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
3%
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% Two or more races
5%
4%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Lincoln College of Technology-Denver.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Colorado.
Diversity Score
0.66
0.69
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.6503%
0.636%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2712%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,200
$33,300
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Lincoln College of Technology-Denver and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Colorado by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
84%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$11,730
$11,000
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Lincoln College of Technology-Denver and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Lincoln College of Technology-Denver and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
37%
93%
This chart displays the percent admitted of Lincoln College of Technology-Denver and the community college average percent admitted of Colorado by year, with the latest 2009-10 school year data.
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Denver Automotive Institute, as we were known then, held its first class of 27 students in downtown Denver, Colorado in May of 1963. As student population and demand grew, a Diesel Mechanics curriculum was added in 1966. Within three years a newly-renovated 71,000 sq. ft. facility opened, fully realizing our new name: Denver Automotive and Diesel College - DADC. Enhancing program offerings and estabilishing credibility as one of the top national educators became a priority. The consistent and regular refinements we made met various NATEF requirements and we became a "Master Certified Automotive School". Soon afterwards, we further enhanced our programs by adding Associate of Applied Science Degree Programs in Automotive, Diesel and Master Technology. DADC's Automotive and Diesel programs can help you learn the diagnostic procedures necessary to determine complex problems, fix them and provide ongoing maintenance. In addition, you'll have an in-depth understanding of why automotive and diesel engines work the way they do, allowing you to better fix and maintain vehicles, and provide a higher level of service. Using hands-on training, a solid system of knowledge and our long-standing reputation with major manufacturers and shops, we can help you jump-start your career in the Automotive and Diesel Industries. Denver Automotive and Diesel College (DADC) can offer you endless possibilities and opportunities to pursue skiing, snowboarding, snowdecks, snowskates, and other winter activities. DADC utilizes several fund sources to assist students in paying for their education. Funding is provided by Federal grants, various scholarships, Veterans benefits, low interest Perkins (Campus Based) loans, low interest Stafford loans, and by other fund sources specifically designed to fund education to qualified applicants at DADC.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Lincoln College of Technology-Denver?
The acceptance rate of Lincoln College of Technology-Denver is 37%, which is lower than the state average of 93%.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln College of Technology-Denver located?
Lincoln College of Technology-Denver is located in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver, CO.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,850 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 37%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
  • Minority enrollment: 59%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Colorado public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,735 per year for in-state students and $10,403 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,162 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Colorado is 86%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Colorado community colleges have a diversity score of 0.69, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Colorado is Colorado Heights University. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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