Platt College offers diploma, associate degree, and bachelor degree programs. All programs are dedicated to providing not only the essential technical skills necessary for success but also the people skills and self-confidence that will enable each graduate to reach his or her full potential.
School Highlights
Platt College-Aurora serves 222 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 82%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 222 students
Private-state tuition: $20,536
Acceptance Rate: 58%
Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
Minority enrollment: 93%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Platt College-Aurora
(CO) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
41 staff
80 staff
Student Body
The student population of Platt College-Aurora has declined by 10% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 has decreased from 6:1 over five years.
The Platt College-Aurora diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
222 students
1,500 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
222 students
615 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
885 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
330 students
443 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
222 students
435 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
97 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
715 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
1 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
346 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
7%
2%
% Asian
7%
8%
% Hispanic
n/a
6%
% Black
23%
20%
% White
7%
18%
% Hawaiian
54%
38%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.77
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.636%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.5%
0.2575%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,000
$33,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $20,536 is more than the state average of $16,162. The private state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$20,536
$16,162
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$41,667
$11,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
58%
98%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Platt College is a nursing school, located minutes from Denver,
that focuses on quality undergraduate education; in fact, it's our
mission. We are glad that you have chosen to peruse our website
firsthand. We think the friendliness of our campus community
and rich heritage of higher education for more than 29 years will
become apparent as you begin to consider a career in nursing at
Platt College. You'll quickly see why Platt College is one of
Colorado’s most easily accessible nursing program, offering a
Bachelor of Science degree (BSN) in as little as 36 months with no
prerequisites needed. We are committed to student success and we
believe success is best fostered in an environment of mutual
respect, caring, and high expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Platt College-Aurora cost?
Platt College-Aurora's private state tuition is approximately $20,536.
What is the acceptance rate of Platt College-Aurora?
The acceptance rate of Platt College-Aurora is 58%, which is lower than the state average of 98%.
In what neighborhood is Platt College-Aurora located?
Platt College-Aurora is located in the Dam East And West neighborhood of Aurora, CO.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 222 students
Private-state tuition: $20,536
Acceptance Rate: 58%
Student:teacher ratio: 5:1
Minority enrollment: 93%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
