Arapahoe Community College has two campuses in Douglas County, in Parker and Littleton, offering more than 100 academic programs through which students can earn an associate's degree or certificate. Most of Arapahoe's 18,000+ students are enrolled part time, although other schedules are possible and almost a third of students attend on a full-time basis. Available areas of study include specialized degrees in multimedia design, game design, and telecommunication technology.
Less than an hour away from Douglas County, the Community College of Denver campuses, located throughout Denver, give students access to learning opportunities in an urban environment. The school lauds itself as an educational institute that embraces untraditional students; its open admissions, strict non-discriminatory policies, and collaboration with local Denver organizations to provide learning opportunities are designed to help students of all ages and educational backgrounds.
Also within an hour of Douglas County, Community College of Aurora (CCA) offers more than 40 academic programs. CCA was established in the '80s to fulfill the educational needs of the area's diverse populations. The college has strong academic programs that are designed to prepare students for further study on a baccalaureate level, and it offers associate's degrees in arts, science, and general studies. Representing over 100 nationalities, the students of CCA are a diverse assortment of part- and full-time knowledge-seekers.
Also less than an hour away from Douglas County, Red Rocks Community College (RRCC) stands out in its dedication to create a productive learning environment. Flexible course schedules, free tutoring, and small class sizes make it ideal for busy students who need focused attention from professors and tutors to learn. RRCC's associate's degree and certificate programs span a variety of academic and technical subjects, including criminal justice, technology, cosmetology, web design, communication studies, and elementary education.