Red Rocks Community College

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RRCC offers numerous degrees and certificates in today's most in-demand career fields including Health Sciences, Skilled Trades, Law Enforcement, and many more.

About Red Rocks Community College

About Red Rocks Community College (RRCC)

Red Rocks Community College has campuses in both Lakewood and Arvada, CO and has been in operation for over 50 years.  Today, they offer 28 different Career and Technical Education Programs which are geared at training students directly for employment in their chosen field.

Some of the fields offered are:

  • HVAC
  • Carpentry & Woodworking
  • Construction Technology
  • Culinary Arts
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Electrical
  • Park Ranger Technology
  • Nurse Aide
  • Phlebotomy
  • Plumbing

Any many more!

What would I be doing?

Depending on which career pathway you choose to study, your days at Red Rocks could look very different.  Regardless of which pathway you choose, you can expect to be taught by an industry expert in an engaging, hands-on, and exciting environment!

What does this program cost me?

Red Rocks will cost you about 25% of what you can expect to pay at a traditional private university - a little over $2,000 per semester (assuming you are going to school full-time).

Red Rocks has an extremely active financial aid team dedicated to helping every student find a way to pay for college.  RRCC also offers more than 100 federal, state, college, and private scholarships and awards.  Cost will not keep you out of Red Rocks!  You can always contact the financial aid office with specific questions at 303.914.6256 or via email at [email protected].

                                                           The Red Rocks Community College Recording Studio - one of many amazing facilities for students!

What else should I know?

Not convinced yet?  We offer tours year round at both of our campuses which will allow you to get a better sense of what life at RRCC is like.

In addition to academic support, the Lakewood campus offers a cafeteria and coffee shop, a children's center, a Student Health & Counseling Center, recreational facilities, and a fitness center. There is also a full program of Recreational Sports Leagues!

Red Rocks Fast Facts

  • Total Students: 9,544
  • Annual Graduates: ~1500
  • Mascot: Red Fox