certificates, Community college, degrees, governance, remedial courses
9101 E. Lowry Blvd., Denver CO 80230
Statewide
Statewide
The Colorado Community College System is the governing body for all community and technical colleges in the state. Community colleges offer a variety of remedial education classes to prepare for the college classroom. To get to the full list of community colleges in the state, click on the website and then click on "Our Colleges" for a drop-down link for each community college.
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certificates, college, degree, governance, higher education, post-secondary
1600 Broadway, Suite 2200, Denver CO 80202
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The Colorado Department of Higher Education is the governing body for all public post-secondary institutions in Colorado. The website has info if you want to attend a college or university in Colorado and has lists and links to Colorado’s public and private schools, as well as other helpful information.
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scholarship, youth
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If you were released from the Division of Youth Services in Colorado within the past five years, you may be eligible for an annual $10,000 scholarship! It's called the Second Chance Scholarship program, and the purpose of the program is to help people who were committed to DYS while a youth. The funds are to be used for postsecondary education. The deadline to apply for this year is April 15, 2020. Click on the website to learn more about eligibility and the program. You may also call 303-974-2499 or email secondchance@dhe.state.co.us for more information.
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college, education, educational opportunity center, TRIO
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Educational Opportunity Centers and TRIO student support services are federally funded and are designed for students from disadvantaged backgrounds and/or first generation college students. They exist at most public colleges in Colorado where a specialist will help you plan your education, counsel you on careers, and advise you on financial aid. Contact the school you are interested in attending to find out if they have a TRIO program or an Educational Opportunity Center.
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certificates, college, Technical college
1870 Lincoln Street, Denver CO 80203
Denver
Emily Griffith Technical College is one of three technical public colleges in Colorado. It is located in Denver and offers hands-on training certificates. There is no fee to apply but there is a tuition cost. They do have scholarships available, with new courses starting every month. You can apply online using their online application or in person at the Admissions Welcome Desk.
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college, education, Financial aid
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The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is an online application that determines if you are eligible for a Pell grant as well as other grants and loans to help you pay for college. Use the website link to submit the application online or call the main line to ask for a paper copy. To learn more, it’s best to make an appointment with the financial aid office at the school you want to attend. They will provide support for the FAFSA application and provide education on other financial aid options.
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career planning, college admission test preparation, cover letters, ESL and high school equivalency test preparation
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EBSCO's Learning Express is a great resource when you're trying to improve yourself. For example, you can get free career preparation, free high school equivalency test preparation, free college admission test preparation, and much more. All it requires is a library card, which you can get through any public library in Colorado. Type "Tutorial Video" into the search bar to set up your free account and to learn more about their opportunities. When you're registering for an account, be sure to use your library card number as a user name. If you don't have a library card, ask library staff to help you.
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college, education knowledge
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My Colorado Journey, formerly College in Colorado, is an online tool to learn about going to college, financial aid, career options, training options, money management, and much more. You will need to create an account with a profile, which can take a few minutes. Then you'll be able to check through the tools on the website.
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certificates, college, degrees, Technical college
500 Airport Blvd., Aurora CO 80011
Aurora
Pickens Technical College is one of three technical public colleges in Colorado and it is located in Aurora. It offers almost 50 Career and Technical Education programs and is part of the Colorado Community College system. Apply online using the college’s website or call the main line for more information.
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Community college, education, Life skills
13300 W. Sixth Ave, Lakewood CO 80228
Denver Metro
Lakewood
The College Gateway Program at Red Rocks Community College helps people who are coming out of incarceration return to college and provides moral support with friendly people and no judgment. The program starts with three courses designed to orient you to college: Academic Achievement Strategies, Quest for Identity, and Sociology of Directions and Career Creations. The program has a great reputation and provides the necessary support needed to build life skills and go to college. Call 303-914-6542 for more information.
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college, life skills education, school to adult life, Special needs
1560 Broadway, Suite 1100, Denver CO 80202
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Click on the website to see resources for School to Adult Life resources for students with disabilities and to read Colorado Options: A Handbook of Postsecondary Education Services for Students with Disabilities. It explains the options around the state for any student with disabilities. If you have a disability, be sure to ask at your school if they have a Disability Resources and Services Office. All schools and colleges should offer this service.
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college, occupational certificates, Technical college
1765 US Highway 50, Delta CO 81416
Delta
Technical College of the Rockies is one of three technical public colleges in the state. It claims to have the lowest tuition and fees of all secondary education institutions in Colorado. Use the website link to email them or call the toll free number (888) 393-5252 to ask about courses for certified occupational certificates. The college is located in Delta, Colorado.
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college, education, Life skills, Veterans
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Upward Bound Veterans programs are located at Metro State University of Denver, Colorado State University in Pueblo, Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, and Colorado State University in Fort Collins. These programs provide support with basic skills, counseling, mentoring, tutoring, and academic instruction in core subject areas.To find your school’s Upward Bound Veterans program, look on your college’s website.
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academic advising, college, education, male, student success
800 Curtis Street, Denver CO 80204
Denver Metro
Denver
The Urban Male Initiative at the Community College of Denver is for male students. It supports youwith academic planning, connections to resources, brotherhood, networking, and more. Call Jermaine Gunnells at the number listed to schedule an appointment and to apply.
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academic advising, college, education, student success, women
800 Curtis Street, Denver CO 80204
Denver Metro
Denver
The Women Intentional About Success and Excellence (WISE) program at the Community College of Denver provides support to women with their education, networking, leadership development, access to scholarships, resource connections, and more. To apply, call the number listed and schedule an appointed with WISE Academic Advisor Nicole Rice.
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