Educational attainment ticks up with growth among most minority groups
The Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) announced the statewide attainment rate increased from 56.2 percent in 2018 to 56.9 percent in 2019, measured by the number of adults ages 25-34 who have earned a credential beyond a high school diploma.
Colorado high school college-going rate remains consistent
Among Colorado’s high school class of 2017, 56.3 percent, or about 32,400 students, enrolled in a postsecondary institution directly after graduation. Read the press release.
CCHE approves $550,000 in inaugural OER grant funding
The 20 awardees include a systemwide intercampus collaboration and faculty content design in disciplines with high enrollment and expensive textbook costs. Read the press release.
Gov. Polis' budget proposal calls for holding tuition flat
On top of increased support for financial aid and teacher recruitment, the proposed budget invests $121 million to keep tuition flat at all public institutions of higher education for school year 2019-20. Read the Gov.'s letter.
Working with the Colorado Commission on Higher Education, we advocate, develop policies and support students to maximize higher education opportunities for all. We believe every Coloradan should have an education beyond high school to pursue their dreams and improve our communities. Read our Master Plan.
Upcoming Events
CCHE Meeting
Time: 1-5 p.m. April 5, 2019
Location: Colorado Department of Higher Education
1600 Broadway, Suite 500
Denver, CO 80202
College Invest Board Meeting
Date: May 16, 2019
Location: 1600 Broadway, Suite 2300
Denver, CO 80202
Updates to the Colorado Admissions Index Chart and Index Calculator: The admission index was changed at the advice of College Board and at the request of Colorado’s public four-year institutions of higher education to remain consistent with the ACT/SAT concordance tables. Learn more.
Executive Director: Gov.-elect Jared Polis announced Angie Paccione will serve as the next executive director of the Colorado Department of Higher Education. Read the announcement.
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