Red Rocks Community College
About
Red Rocks Community College is a public community college located in Lakewood and Arvada, Colorado, where they prioritize high value education through various collaborative and career enhancing courses, certificates, and degrees. RRCC believes there are multiple pathways to achieve both educational and professional goals, and reflects this value by offering flexible degree options.
RRCC offers some of the lowest tuition in Colorado and has a Foundation that prioritizes providing financial aid and scholarships to students. RRCC has a 100% acceptance rate and over 6,000 enrolled students in 2023. All Colorado four-year colleges and universities accept transfers from the AA/AS General Education Programs. RRCC values students and offers support in multiple avenues such as: childcare, free tutoring, recreation options, as well as several other support opportunities.
Returning to college after 6 years was intimidating but the community at RRCC made it possible to succeed. With the support of faculty and staff, I graduated and am going to continue to pursue my dreams.
Krystal T
Programs
Community College Pathways
Early Childhood Education, Associate of Applied Science Degree
Program Info
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition
$7,812
In State Tuition
$19,254
Out of State Tuition
$0
Application Fee
Ways to Lower Your Costs
Students at Red Rocks Community College have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Red Rocks Community College to see if you can, too!
Grants, Stipends, Scholarships
RRCC Foundation provides scholarships to RRCC students who meet the eligibility requirements of up to $5,500 with the median scholarship amounting to $1,500-$2,500.
The T.E.A.C.H Scholarship is available for Early Childhood professionals working in licensed settings and pursuing higher education. This scholarship covers up to 90% of tuition, along with a supplies allowance, paid study time, and bonus incentives for completing classes successfully.
The College Opportunity Fund (COF) is used by the state of Colorado to pay a portion of the total cost of undergraduate degrees if you are a Colorado resident attending a Colorado public institution. For the 2022-2023 school year, the COF stipend is $104 per credit hour. COF is not considered financial aid. Students eligible for in-state tuition can receive the stipend every term that they take eligible undergraduate courses, and have not met the 145 credit hour lifetime limit.
Colorado Merit Aid
The state of Colorado allocates funding for students who have achieved high academic success. You must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours and be a Colorado resident. Please check with the Financial Aid Office on current requirements.
Colorado Student Grant (CSG)
The Colorado Student Grant program is designed to assist students with financial need with their educational expenses. You must be a resident of the State of Colorado and must demonstrate documented financial need. The maximum award for the 2022-2023 academic year is $3,500 for full-time students. You must be making satisfactory academic progress. Funds are awarded to early applicants who meet the financial aid deadline of May 1st. All other applicants are awarded until the funding is exhausted.
Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled
Students who are enrolled in at least 6 credit hours are eligible for work study. The monetary amount offered is determined by your financial aid and various budget items.
For more information visit:Financial Aid Office
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