Colorado College is an intensive, environmentally responsible college with only the most capable, involved students. It runs on a block program where students take one class at a time, totaling 8 blocks a year. The many opportunities include research opportunities, over 80 majors and minors, and a supportive learning environment.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
When applying, students should search for fly out programs such as: Multicultural Open Houses because CC looks to diversify the community and this will get you noticed. In personal statements, write about yourself as a person and not a player in the competition for college acceptance. Lastly. it helps to apply early action to give yourself the upper hand among other talented applicants.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
Colorado College ranks #29 on Forbes list nationwide for best Liberal Arts Colleges in the US. Each block is an intense 3 1/2 weeks where students are completely immersed in the material. Professors challenge every student equally expecting nothing but the best from them. The All Stars of High School ranks and standardized tests have met their match.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
There are three Dorm Halls for freshman with incredible remodeled snazz. RA's are always on call to help a sister or brother out their first year around this neck of the woods. The best RLC's will throw banana split parties in your Hall Lounge and screen Jurassic Park. Fan of Breaking Bad? The dorm community watches a screening of it every Sunday night together! Its clean, friendly, and homey.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
CC is the friendliest place for vegetarians, vegans, gluten free, and organic lovers. Processed and antibiotic meats are no where to be found. Rastalls Cafe as well as other dining places are strictly provided with local meats and produce from Colorado. The grub is healthy and delicious!
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
In the mountains, CC students love to go on hikes and climb Pike's Peak. With our very own rock climbing gym, it isn't hard to practice. There are clubs for almost any interest and hosted events every evening. Do you love eating meat? You can join Carnivore Club! How about ice skating? Sign up for lessons at CC's own Honnen Ice Rink! The possibilities are endless.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
40% of CC students have received a full ride to attend. Everyone gets a fair deal at Colorado College with tuition donations from Alumni, friends, and parents of the community. Filling out forms beyond FAFSA will really help support your CC education funds. A beautiful campus to retreat to during and after class is a bang for your buck too.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Students looking for environmentally conscious communities, love the outdoors, and wearing tie dye all belong at CC. The community is welcoming to every personality as over 80% of students are out of state and bring new perspectives. Community Service is always meaningful for people who love to help out.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Greek Life at CC is like no other. It is a community where frats and sororities focus on improving on campus life and beyond with community service. Sororities are always so kind during fourth week handing out tea and candy for crazed students preparing for block finals.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
There isn't a safer place than CC with the protection of campus safety. Feeling a little frightened to walk back to your place at night? No worries, Campus Safety is there to keep you safe and take you home. Everything from alerts, recovery of lost items, and a helping hand is provided by campus safety.
Colorado College is an intensive, environmentally responsible college with only the most capable, involved students. It runs on a block program where students take one class at a time, totaling 8 blocks a year. The many opportunities include research opportunities, over 80 majors and minors, and a supportive learning environment.
When applying, students should search for fly out programs such as: Multicultural Open Houses because CC looks to diversify the community and this will get you noticed. In personal statements, write about yourself as a person and not a player in the competition for college acceptance. Lastly. it helps to apply early action to give yourself the upper hand among other talented applicants.
Colorado College ranks #29 on Forbes list nationwide for best Liberal Arts Colleges in the US. Each block is an intense 3 1/2 weeks where students are completely immersed in the material. Professors challenge every student equally expecting nothing but the best from them. The All Stars of High School ranks and standardized tests have met their match.
There are three Dorm Halls for freshman with incredible remodeled snazz. RA's are always on call to help a sister or brother out their first year around this neck of the woods. The best RLC's will throw banana split parties in your Hall Lounge and screen Jurassic Park. Fan of Breaking Bad? The dorm community watches a screening of it every Sunday night together! Its clean, friendly, and homey.
CC is the friendliest place for vegetarians, vegans, gluten free, and organic lovers. Processed and antibiotic meats are no where to be found. Rastalls Cafe as well as other dining places are strictly provided with local meats and produce from Colorado. The grub is healthy and delicious!
In the mountains, CC students love to go on hikes and climb Pike's Peak. With our very own rock climbing gym, it isn't hard to practice. There are clubs for almost any interest and hosted events every evening. Do you love eating meat? You can join Carnivore Club! How about ice skating? Sign up for lessons at CC's own Honnen Ice Rink! The possibilities are endless.
40% of CC students have received a full ride to attend. Everyone gets a fair deal at Colorado College with tuition donations from Alumni, friends, and parents of the community. Filling out forms beyond FAFSA will really help support your CC education funds. A beautiful campus to retreat to during and after class is a bang for your buck too.
Students looking for environmentally conscious communities, love the outdoors, and wearing tie dye all belong at CC. The community is welcoming to every personality as over 80% of students are out of state and bring new perspectives. Community Service is always meaningful for people who love to help out.
Greek Life at CC is like no other. It is a community where frats and sororities focus on improving on campus life and beyond with community service. Sororities are always so kind during fourth week handing out tea and candy for crazed students preparing for block finals.
There isn't a safer place than CC with the protection of campus safety. Feeling a little frightened to walk back to your place at night? No worries, Campus Safety is there to keep you safe and take you home. Everything from alerts, recovery of lost items, and a helping hand is provided by campus safety.