School Profile

Elevation through Collaboration at CTU!

Since 1965, more than 38,000 students have enrolled at Colorado Technical University to begin the rewarding climb towards personal, academic and professional career advancement by acquiring real-world knowledge and industry-current skills in their chosen career fields.

Our career-focused undergraduate and graduate degree programs are all designed to provide students with a competitive edge they can leverage to pursue the careers of their dreams.

Degree programs at CTU include résumé-enhancing Academic Certificates that students earn incrementally as they progress through their chosen degree programs. Not only do these Academic Certificates provide students with a sense of accomplishment as they learn, they also add meaningful credentials that can distinguish the student to employers in today’s fiercely competitive job market.

The progressive, supportive learning environment we strive to create for our students at CTU is built upon the foundation that once challenged to achieve new levels of success, career-focused professionals will be further inspired to set their sights even higher. We look forward to collaborative relationships, and we invite you to consider the many advantages of taking the first step towards your ultimate professional goals at Colorado Technical University.

Mission
The mission of Colorado Technical University, an institution of higher learning, is to provide career-oriented education by teaching applied, real-world, industry-current programs in selected areas, serving the needs of students for employment and career advancement and the needs of industry for highly qualified professionals at the associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate levels.

To achieve its mission, Colorado Technical University will:

• Maintain its focus on learning and its commitment to continuous improvement of student learning and teaching effectiveness through systematic assessment and innovation in curriculum, delivery and service.
• Use the CTU Professional Learning Model™ to foster ready-to-achieve learning experiences that result in demonstrated competencies. Students are provided hands-on, industry-related, problem-solving experiences that model the professional environment and encourage achievements that lead to student and employer success.
• Maintain an applied research and problem-solving focus in the CTU Professional Learning Model™ to promote an educational background at all levels that promotes students to adapt to dynamic environments, become lifelong learners as well as lifelong contributors to themselves, their families, their profession, and our society.
• Ensure high-tech is integrated with high-touch customer service; provide students with a sensitive and motivating environment of supportive services in career planning, academic advising, and financial and career services to enhance students’ probability of success.
• Maintain current and relevant programs through active participation with the business community. This interaction, conducted through our advisory boards and faculty selection, enables Colorado Technical University to identify and implement timely curriculum and equipment changes in selected programs.
• Provide an environment that is conducive to professional growth, encouraging the faculty and administrative team to engage in scholarly and professional activities that support the university’s mission and the needs of its students, industry and the community.
• Select faculty with demonstrated industry experience, advanced degrees and teaching qualifications to deliver industry-current education. Provide ongoing professional development, review and certification, especially in fostering student success through teaching and support.

Campus Locations:

Colorado Technical University is a multi-campus institution of higher learning that has been educating students since 1965. At all of our campuses, we are committed to providing a learning environment that is progressive, supportive and equipped to help students prepare for the demanding and fiercely competitive working world.

We provide higher learning programs for today’s new breed of professional-those beginning their careers as well as lifelong learners-people who seek to grow and develop their skills and strive to reach the peak of their professions.

Campus Locations

Admissions

Here’s what you need to know about applying for Admission to CTU.

Admissions requirements for all degree programs at Colorado Technical University include a high school diploma or GED, a personal interview with the school and, in certain programs, successful performance on one or more entrance assessments.

Enrolling undergraduate students at some CTU campuses also must take an Accuplacer exam. This computerized placement test assists our Academic Representatives with information about the student’s skill levels in reading, writing and mathematics.

The first step to learning more about the career advantages of a CTU education (and your specific qualifications for entry into our degree programs) is to contact an Admissions Representative. 

Undergraduate Admissions Requirements

Master’s Admission Requirements

Doctoral Admission Requirements

Programs / Majors

Financial Aid

We realize that how you pay for your education is an important decision. At Colorado Tech Online, we are committed to helping students develop financial plans to achieve their educational goals. Colorado Tech Online provides each student with a dedicated Financial Aid Advisor who will personally walk them through every step of the Financial Aid Process.

On this page you will find resources that will help you understand the available sources of funding, University Policies and ultimately your responsibilities as a recipient of Financial Aid.

Colorado Tech Online participates in a variety of financial aid programs for the benefit of students. Eligibility for federal financial aid is based on a number of factors; but regardless of your current income level or financial need, you may still qualify for student financial aid programs that can help offset the cost of your education. We have created a Financial Aid Award Estimator* to help you gain a better understanding of how you can fund your tuition costs.

The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete a Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once you have enrolled and completed the FAFSA, a Financial Aid Advisor will work with you to determine a financial aid award that suits your needs. At Colorado Tech Online, we are committed to providing the best customer service and ensuring that you feel comfortable with how you will be funding your education.

Active Duty and Veterans of the United States

Military Colorado Tech Online works to great ends to make Financial Aid a seamless process for our military students. We are proud to assist those men and women who have served for our country, and we will work diligently to maximize any eligible benefits that may apply. Please go to the military financial aid page for more information.

Do you qualify for tuition reimbursement with your company?

Colorado Tech Online’s Financial Aid Advisors have a great deal of experience working with students to maximize their tuition reimbursement benefits. You may need to check with a human resources representative at your company to ensure eligibility. To learn more now, please read the Things to Know Regarding Tuition Reimbursement.

Need More Information?

At Colorado Tech Online, we realize how you pay for your education is an important decision. We strive to provide our students with the information, support and help they need to receive the maximum financial aid available to them.

*This product does not qualify students for financial aid eligibility nor does it guarantee your ability to participate in the referenced programs, but does provide a general award that may be available to those who qualify. Federal aid eligibility takes into consideration a number of factors and can be found here.

Accreditation

The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org
Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504).

Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA®)

http://www.chea.org
Colorado Technical University is a CHEA member and is accredited by a CHEA-recognized accrediting organization.

Department of Higher Education, Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE) (Colorado campuses)

www.state.co.us/cche_dir/hecche.html
Colorado Technical University’s authorization to award degrees has been granted by the State of Colorado, Department of Higher Education, Colorado Commission on Higher Education (1380 Lawrence St., Suite 1200, Denver, CO 80204).

Coordinating Board for Higher Education, Missouri Department of Higher Education (MDHE)
(North Kansas City campus)

www.dhe.mo.gov
The North Kansas City campus has the approval to operate by Coordinating Board for Higher Education, the Missouri Department of Higher Education (MDHE), (3515 Amazonas Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109).

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)

www.abet.org
The Bachelor of Science degree programs in Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering at the Colorado Springs campus are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202).

The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)

www.caahep.org
The Associate of Science in Medical Assisting at the Sioux Falls campus is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (35 E. Wacker Dr., Suite 1970, Chicago, IL 60601-2208).