Downtown Denver is filled with new energy thanks to the rebranding of 16th Street, formerly known as the 16th Street Mall, near the Community College of Denver's (CCD) Auraria Campus.

Dr. Marielena DeSanctis has been selected to join the Colorado Business Roundtable (COBRT) Board of Directors, marking a significant milestone in her distinguished career in education and community leadership. Dr. DeSanctis is among other top professionals in the education, community, government, and business sectors leading the way for better economic opportunities for community members across the state of Colorado.

Community College of Denver (CCD) held its Commencement celebration for the graduating class of 2025 on the Auraria Campus on a warm, sunny Thursday on May 15, 2025. CCD had over 450 graduates participate in Commencement and over 3,000 attendees.

The 2025 cohort marks one of the largest in the Foundation’s 25-year history, reinforcing its continued commitment to creating debt-free pathways to higher education for high-achieving students with financial need.

In partnership with Metro State University Denver (MSU Denver), graduates can seamlessly transfer to a top 100 ranked public university to receive their Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design within two additional years. Through an inter-institutional agreement, students in this pathway will take industrial design courses at MSU Denver while maintaining their CCD enrollment status.

The Advising Center is equipped with highly skilled professionals waiting to assist you with choose classes, discover scholarships, and create personalized pathways.

Unbeknownst to many, the career landscape is far more diverse and not simply limited to teaching art in a K-12 classroom – which is certainly a meaningful career for some. However, what if teaching is not for you? Let’s explore what unique career paths are attainable with a degree in Arts Education.

As a student at Community College of Denver (CCD), you are entitled to free in-person or virtual therapy sessions by a licensed professional at CCD’s Counseling Center, and free virtual therapy through BetterMynd.

At Community College of Denver (CCD), we are devoted to providing practical, affordable, and high-quality nursing education to help Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) take the next step in their careers and education. Our LPN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program is designed for working professionals who want to expand their expertise, increase their earning potential, and prepare for leadership roles in nursing.

The EXCEL! Zone is an excellent way to stay on top of your schoolwork, get assistance from tutors, and provides the perfect environment to study.