2024 Top Colleges for Trades and Personal Services in the Denver Area

• Denver, CO•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.64 out of 5  3,046 reviews

Junior: As a student at the Metropolitan State University of Denver, my experience has been nothing short of exceptional. The university offers a diverse and inclusive community, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and growth. The knowledgeable professors are passionate about their subjects and provide valuable insights, while the supportive staff ensures that students have the resources they need to succeed. The range of academic programs and opportunities for hands-on learning has enriched my education and prepared me for the real world. Additionally, the campus is vibrant and conveniently located in the heart of Denver, offering countless extracurricular activities and networking opportunities. Overall, MSU Denver has provided me with a well-rounded and fulfilling college experience.... Read 3,046 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 89%

• Net price $14,195

• SAT range 910-1140

• Denver, CO•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  2,057 reviews

Freshman: While my experience with the University of Denver is limited due to this being my first year, it has been an overwhelmingly positive process from initial application to walking into my dorm room. Very upfront and straightforward about potential aid and scholarship amounts, helpful and friendly staff, and comprehensive degree programs that make it easy to visualize your path. The benefits that accompany a private university are numerable, and the higher cost makes sense once you see the quality of the facilities, rooms, and education. My only suggestion would be the advent of a chemical engineering program, but that is hardly a negative. My involvement with the University of Denver has peaked my excitement for the following year, and I recommend the school to all that can afford it.... Read 2,057 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 64%

• Net price $39,973

• SAT range 1200-1390

• Westminster, CO•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  1,569 reviews

Sophomore: I have had a great experience at Front Range! My professors take time to ensure each student understands the curriculum, and are very supportive and accessible. There are also many career opportunities at this school for students who may need the extra financial support. In terms of improvement, I believe Front Range can create more informative events on all the different programs they offer because there are many many programs which means there are also many questions that may not be as easy to find online. Overall, Front Range is an amazing school.... Read 1,569 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $9,688

• SAT range —

• Littleton, CO•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  747 reviews

Alum: ACC gave me a great jumping-off point to my college career. I was able to earn my associate's degree in two years while working full-time to pay my tuition, due to the flexible mix of online and in-person classes. I was able to work on the editing team for Progenitor Art and Literary Magazine, the literary journal of ACC, and explore my other interests due to their variety of electives. I transferred my degree to a university, finished my bachelor's, and am now pursuing a master's degree. ACC provided many opportunities for support to help me get here!... Read 747 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $11,277

• SAT range —

• Lakewood, CO•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  769 reviews

Alum: This is a fantastic community college! Classes are very affordable compared to larger colleges, and if you don't have the funds to pay for tuition at the beginning of the semester, the Financial Aid office will help you find a solution. Furthermore, RRCC offers a wide variety of online, in-person, or hybrid classes to suit your schedule, and most of them are guaranteed to transfer to other colleges in Colorado. The professors are very supportive and want you to succeed with your academic goals. Plus, I prefer the small class sizes here over the larger, more intimidating classes at state universities. Also, it has great facilities and resources including a brand new student rec center, an IDEA lab to introduce students to engineering, the Arvada campus dedicated to the health sciences, a bookstore, and a coffee shop. The only complaint I have is that student clubs and organizations haven't quite recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic.... Read 769 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $11,125

• SAT range —

• Denver, CO•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  985 reviews

Freshman: Overall I have had a fantastic experience with Community College of Denver. From the very beginning after submitting my FAFSA, to picking my degree plan, through enrolling in classes, they have been quick, efficient and very helpful. I did run into a small hiccup at the very beginning as I had originally filled out my application for the Fall/Spring semesters of the 23-24 year; however, I quickly changed my mind and wanted to begin taking classes as early as the Summer 23. While this may not have caused me any trouble if I had selected the correct major from the start, I ran into some trouble after changing from doing a certificate plan straight into the AAS degree plan, and it took some finessing to fix my enrollment to correctly show the degree plan, and therefore allow financial aid to cover my classes. While it was a small struggle, they were very helpful the whole time until we had it fixed!... Read 985 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $11,711

• SAT range —

• Aurora, CO•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  668 reviews

Graduate Student: I have been a student of the CCA since January 2021 up until Summer of 2023 when I completed my associates of science degree. I still have ambition to continue my education at the establishment as a graduate student since I am only a senior in high school who has been able to use the dual enrollment system to its full potential. The college has a wide variety of courses to choose from with many also being available online for convenience. CentreTech Campus offers you many useful resources while Lowry Campus contains locations specialized for certain types of education such as medicine or photography. The college also has a very diverse culture which makes social bonding an essential aspect of the experience. The professors have a good understanding of the concepts they teach and will support you in case you are struggling with course material. I have always felt welcome and safe on both campuses and believe that it saves a lot of time and money compared to 4 year universities.... Read 668 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $10,170

• SAT range —

• Denver, CO•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  45 reviews

Niche User: My experience at Emily Griffith was amazing! The best decision I have made. They help you financially with scholarships. They help With resources as well.... Read 45 reviews

• grade unavailable

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,814

• SAT range —

• Aurora, CO•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  47 reviews

Niche User: Decent school I suppose. They offer a good variety of programs, from automotive classes to just almost about anything. They have a pretty wide selection... Read 47 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,180

• SAT range —