The first two-year college in the greater Denver area!

1964 Littleton residents presented proposal to the local school districts
1965 voters cast their ballots
1965 Arapahoe Junior College opened its doors to 550 students
1970 Joins the Colorado Community Colleges and Occupational Education System, given the name Arapahoe Community College (ACC)

Where We Are Today . . .

• Currently has over 7,500 students and 70 degree and certificate programs.
• Majority of classes held in the Main building completed in 1974. Annex added in 1977 with additional classrooms, laboratories, an art gallery, shop areas and all physical education facilities including gymnasium, swimming pool, and Fitness Center.
• Art and Design Center (Alamo) acquired 1990, home to ACC's art, fine art, design, and technology programs.
• 51-acre campus located in Littleton, Colorado, adjacent to downtown area. Enjoy panoramic views of the Colorado Rockies. City of Denver lies 10 miles due north.
• Classes also available at Colorado Center for Professional Development in Greenwood Village and at other sites in the south Metro Denver area.
• Through a unique consortium of Arapahoe Community College, the University of Colorado at Denver, the University of Denver and the Douglas County School District, the University Center of Chaparral near Parker opened in spring 2001.
• Distance learning, with web-based instruction and other technology continues to expand.

Accreditation

Arapahoe Community College is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, 30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois, 312.263.7420. In addition, numerous programs hold specialized accreditation from professional accrediting agencies.

Finally...

With a track record of over 32 years of operation, Arapahoe Community College is recognized throughout the region as Colorado's premier community college. Our highly qualified and dedicated faculty and staff are here to assure your success in achieving your chosen educational goal.

Offering hundreds of courses in disciplines ranging from computer science, automotive technology, mortuary science, nursing, interior design and criminal justice, ACC is one of the most comprehensive community colleges in the nation with academic tracks leading to both the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees.

With a student population that reflects the growing diversity of Colorado, ACC encourages personal growth and development while providing educational offerings to students of all ages and backgrounds. Truly, ACC recognizes and values the uniqueness of each individual and strives to challenge and motivate students to reach their full potential.