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Colorado Christian University

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Overview

Colorado Christian University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Lakewood, Colorado, United States. Founded in 1914, Colorado Christian University (CCU) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. CCU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. International students are welcome to apply. CCU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Colorado Christian University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Colorado Christian University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Colorado Christian University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Colorado Christian University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym CCU
Founded 1914
Motto Grace and Truth
Colours Navy blue and gold
Mascot Cougars

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Location

Address 8787 West Alameda Avenue
Lakewood
80226 Colorado
United States
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Colorado Christian University Phone Number (303) 963 3000
Colorado Christian University Fax Number (303) 963 3001
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Colorado Christian University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Colorado Christian University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Colorado Christian University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Colorado Christian University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Colorado Christian University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Colorado Christian University's academic range and degree level offering.



Colorado Christian University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes

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Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Colorado Christian University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered.

Programs and Courses

Colorado Christian University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Colorado Christian University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Colorado Christian University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Colorado Christian University.



Colorado Christian University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students		 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Colorado Christian University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Colorado Christian University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Colorado Christian University Admission Info


Colorado Christian University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Colorado Christian University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Colorado Christian University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Colorado Christian University has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Colorado Christian University's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Colorado Christian University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Colorado Christian University's Admission Office Admission Office

8787 West Alameda Avenue
Lakewood 80226
(303) 963 3200
800 443 2484

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Colorado Christian University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Colorado Christian University Size and Profile


Colorado Christian University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Colorado Christian University has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Colorado Christian University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Colorado Christian University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Colorado Christian University's Control Type Control Type

Colorado Christian University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Colorado Christian University's Entity Type Entity Type

Colorado Christian University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Colorado Christian University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Colorado Christian University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Colorado Christian University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Colorado Christian University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Colorado Christian University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Colorado Christian University is Christian-Nondenominational Religious Affiliation

Christian-Nondenominational.



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Facilities and Services

Colorado Christian University Facilities


Colorado Christian University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Colorado Christian University's Library
Colorado Christian University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 40,680 physical volumes, 3,917 physical media, 160,354 digital/electronic media and 103 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Colorado Christian University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Colorado Christian University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Colorado Christian University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,103 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Colorado Christian University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Colorado Christian University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Colorado Christian University Services


Colorado Christian University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Colorado Christian University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Colorado Christian University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Colorado Christian University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Colorado Christian University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Colorado Christian University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Colorado Christian University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Colorado Christian University
  • School of Business and Leadership
  • School of Education
  • School of Humanities and Sciences
  • School of Music
  • School of Theology

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Memberships and Affiliations

Colorado Christian University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Colorado Christian University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
  • National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colorado Christian University public or private?

Colorado Christian University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Colorado Christian University profit or non-profit?

Colorado Christian University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Colorado Christian University in terms of enrollment?

Colorado Christian University has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Colorado Christian University in terms of academic staff?

Colorado Christian University's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.

Is Colorado Christian University a coeducational institution?

Colorado Christian University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Colorado Christian University use?

Colorado Christian University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Colorado Christian University affiliated with?

Christian-Nondenominational.

Does Colorado Christian University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Colorado Christian University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Colorado Christian University's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Colorado Christian University CCU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro). International students: 25,000-29,999 US$ (22,780-27,340 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Colorado Christian University CCU located?

Colorado Christian University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, United States. Address: 8787 West Alameda Avenue.

Is Colorado Christian University CCU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Colorado Christian University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since ).

Does Colorado Christian University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Colorado Christian University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Colorado Christian University have a university library?

Yes Colorado Christian University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 40,680 physical volumes, 3,917 physical media, 160,354 digital/electronic media and 103 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Colorado Christian University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Colorado Christian University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Colorado Christian University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,103 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Colorado Christian University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Colorado Christian University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Colorado Christian University offer career services?

Yes

Does Colorado Christian University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Colorado Christian University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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