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Colorado Christian University

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world rank  2055

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Overview

Established in 1914, the Colorado Christian University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Lakewood (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Colorado. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Colorado Christian University (CCU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Nondenominational religion. Colorado Christian University (CCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. CCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

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

University Identity

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

Address 8787 West Alameda Avenue
Lakewood
80226 Colorado
United States
Colorado Christian University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Colorado Christian University Phone Number (303) 963 3000
Colorado Christian University Fax Number (303) 963 3001
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly 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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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Colorado Christian University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Colorado Christian University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a non-selective open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range 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 Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Colorado Christian University's Admission Office Admission Office

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

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Colorado Christian University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


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

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Colorado Christian University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Colorado Christian University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Colorado Christian University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Colorado Christian University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution 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.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


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, the 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


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


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Colorado Christian University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Colorado Christian University is legally recognized 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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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


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)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Colorado Christian University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Colorado Christian University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Colorado Christian University's Facebook page review

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Colorado Christian University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Colorado Christian University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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