Pikes Peak Community College has a vision to "focus on individual student success" and a mission "to provide high quality, educational opportunities accessible to all." In operation since 1968, the college has more than 125 programs of study, with a nationally-accredited child development center on two campuses and a gym and fitness center. Students can earn associate's degrees and career and professional certificates at Pikes Peak Community college or save money on a four-year degree by studying for two years at Pikes Peak then transferring to a university or four-year college to complete their studies. Programs of study offered include accounting, business, computer science, criminal justice, journalism, paralegal, psychology and sociology.
Pikes Peak Community College
5675 S. Academy Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
719-502-2000
ppcc.edu
As one of 10 Nazarene educational institutions in the U.S., Nazarene Bible College's purpose includes "preparing adults to evangelize, discipline and minister to the world." It is one of only two Nazarene institutions that prepares ministers. The college prides itself for being accessible, affordable and accountable for students. In operation since 1967, the programs of study offered include a bachelor of arts in ministry or associate of arts in lay ministries, a degree completion program, a ministry preparation program and continuing education for ministry enrichment. Nazarene Bible College is a college for students who believe in the Nazarene Doctrine and wish to prepare for ministry.
Nazarene Bible College
1111 Academy Park Loop
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
719-884-5000
nbc.edu
Everest College advertises "instructors with real-world experience, practical hands-on training, short-term career training" and help with financial aid. Programs of study include business administration, financial management, information technology and health care. Everest offers day, evening and weekend schedules for classes, on-line degree programs and maintains close ties to local employers. Students find the flexibility and support at Everest is a key factor for success.
Everest College
1815 Jet Wing Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
719-638-6580
everest.edu
Colorado College is a traditional liberal arts college. It was established in 1874 and has a long history of teaching rooted in traditional New England scholarship. The college's first core value is "to honor the life of the mind," and to support this, the college instituted the Block Plan in 1970, scheduling one class at a time, allowing students and teachers to focus full attention on each class. Colorado College offers a diverse selection of programs of study, including anthropology, Asian studies, biology, chemistry, economics, English, feminist and gender studies, German, history, mathematics, Russian and sociology. Other programs include interdisciplinary programs, thematic minors and international studies.
Colorado College
14 E. Cache La Poudre St.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
719-389-6000
coloradocollege.edu