Colorado Mountain College
831 Grand Ave
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Set right in the midst of the Colorado Rockies, the Colorado Mountain College is a two-year institution of higher learning. Founded in 1967, this Colorado community college has continued to grow over the years and, as of 2001, served more than 24,800 students.

During their time at Colorado Mountain College, students can choose to earn either an associate of arts or associate of science degree, or certificate. The associate degree programs are the best choice for students who are interested in transferring to a traditional four-year college or university. Certificate and degree programs are available in a wide variety of disciplines, including: accounting, graphic design, business, golf club management, wilderness EMS, nursing, veterinary technology, and paralegal training.

Thanks to its prime location near snow-covered mountains students of Colorado Mountain College may choose to participate in the school's Nordic and/or Alpine ski teams. In addition to its main location in Glenwood Springs, this Colorado community college also has learning locations in: Aspen, Breckenridge, Carbondale, Chaffee County, Dillon, Leadville, Rifle, Spring Valley, Steamboat Springs, and Vail-Eagle Valley. As a result, Colorado Mountain College boasts a service area of approximately 12,000 miles.

Quick Facts:

• Colorado Mountain College has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.


• Of the Colorado Mountain College's 11 campuses, four are residential campuses with residence halls that students may stay in during their school term.


• This Colorado community college has an average class size of 25 students, and a student-teacher ratio of 1:12.


• Colorado Mountain College enjoys full articulation/transfer agreement with every four-year college in the state of Colorado.


• Students of the Colorado community college may also earn an Associate of General Studies or an Associate in Applied Science degree.