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Colorado Christian University

CCU

Lakewood, Colorado 80226

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Known for psychology

Colorado Christian University is a private institution in Lakewood with particular strength in psychology and business.

A mid-sized campus of 5.4K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,416 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,458.

Established
1914
Motto
χαρις και αληθεια
Mascot
Cougars
Type
Private university
Conference
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Division
Division II

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—Acceptance
—SAT Avg
5,363Students
15:1Student:Faculty
55%Grad Rate
$50,416Earnings 10yr
$25,458Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Colorado Christian University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$39,266
Room & Board$12,362
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$50,206
Average Net Price$25,458
Median Debt at Graduation$28,312
Monthly Payment (10yr)$300

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$21,073
$30–48K$19,581
$48–75K$21,574
$75–110K$25,679
$110K+$29,328

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

58.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

38

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

9

Burglary

2

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

3

Motor Vehicle Theft

4

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

11

Drug Arrests

8

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (83)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

79%

Negative
  • •79% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
5,363
Gender Split
70% / 30%
Women / Men
First Generation
45%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%

Race & Ethnicity

White 61%
Black 15%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate55.3%
Freshman Retention78.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$41,623
10 Years$50,416

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#68
↓2
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

Soccer

History & Fun Facts

  • •History CCU's heritage dates back to the formation of Denver Bible Institute in 1914.
  • •By 1919 the institute had grown immensely, and the first permanent home location was purchased by Denver businessmen.
  • •In 1945, Denver Bible Institute was granted a state charter to become a four-year Bible college known as Denver Bible College.
  • •Denver Bible College became Rockmont College in 1949.
  • •In 1981, Rockmont College was awarded accreditation by the North Central Association.

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Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DEN Denver24 mi
ABQ Albuquerque333 mi
SLC Salt Lake City370 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1771 mi · ~51h 10m drive
New York, NY1633 mi · ~47h 11m drive
Hartford, CT1693 mi · ~48h 55m drive
Providence, RI1757 mi · ~50h 45m drive
Albany, NY1633 mi · ~47h 11m drive
Syracuse, NY1511 mi · ~43h 39m drive
Rochester, NY1437 mi · ~41h 31m drive
Buffalo, NY1373 mi · ~39h 40m drive
Philadelphia, PA1581 mi · ~45h 40m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1323 mi · ~38h 13m drive
Harrisburg, PA1487 mi · ~42h 57m drive
Newark, NJ1624 mi · ~46h 55m drive
Washington, DC1495 mi · ~43h 11m drive
Baltimore, MD1512 mi · ~43h 41m drive
Atlanta, GA1215 mi · ~35h 6m drive
Charlotte, NC1361 mi · ~39h 19m drive
Raleigh, NC1465 mi · ~42h 19m drive
Miami, FL1729 mi · ~49h 57m drive
Orlando, FL1554 mi · ~44h 54m drive
Tampa, FL1526 mi · ~44h 5m drive
Nashville, TN1026 mi · ~29h 38m drive
New Orleans, LA1084 mi · ~31h 19m drive
Richmond, VA1495 mi · ~43h 11m drive
Chicago, IL924 mi · ~26h 42m drive
Detroit, MI1160 mi · ~33h 31m drive
Minneapolis, MN704 mi · ~20h 20m drive
St. Louis, MO800 mi · ~23h 7m drive
Kansas City, MO563 mi · ~16h 16m drive
Indianapolis, IN1004 mi · ~29h drive
Columbus, OH1169 mi · ~33h 46m drive
Cleveland, OH1230 mi · ~35h 32m drive
Milwaukee, WI918 mi · ~26h 31m drive
Dallas, TX665 mi · ~19h 13m drive
Houston, TX881 mi · ~25h 27m drive
Austin, TX773 mi · ~22h 20m drive
San Antonio, TX803 mi · ~23h 12m drive
Los Angeles, CA824 mi · ~23h 48m drive
San Francisco, CA942 mi · ~27h 13m drive
San Diego, CA827 mi · ~23h 53m drive
Seattle, WA1016 mi · ~29h 21m drive
Portland, OR977 mi · ~28h 13m drive
Denver, CO6 mi · ~10 min drive
Phoenix, AZ580 mi · ~16h 45m drive
Salt Lake City, UT366 mi · ~10h 34m drive
Honolulu, HI3334 mi · ~96h 19m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Denver (DEN)24 miles
Rental car
36 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
48 min$29-48
Albuquerque (ABQ)333 miles
Rental car
500 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
666 min$400-666

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