Colorado Technical University-Online (CTUO, Colorado Tech Online, CTU Online, CTU) Academics and Admissions

Academics

Colorado Technical University Online offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the following academic colleges: College of Business & Management; College of Criminal Justice & Legal Studies; College of Engineering & Computer Science; College of Health Sciences; College of Information Systems & Technology; Interdepartmental Degrees; and College of Psychology. The College of Health Sciences, however, only provides undergraduate programs. The online programs are career-focused and provide students with relevant, real-world courses which assist them in preparing for the workforce.

Students may also earn an online interdepartmental degree which earns students an Associate of Science in General Studies. This online program is offered to students who have some college credits that can transfer into this program and who seek a bachelor’s degree. This program allows students to transition into one of the following programs: Business of Science in Accounting; Business of Science in Business Administration; and, Business of Science in Criminal Justice.

In addition, the university offers the Master’s Advantage Program which is designed for students interested in pursuing a master’s degree. This program allows undergraduate students to substitute two undergraduate courses for two graduate-level classes at the same price as undergraduate level cost-per-credit. By doing so, it shortens the time frame for completing the designated master’s degree and saves the student money.

Another option is academic certificates which are built-in to almost every curriculum, without the added costs or the need to take additional classes. The purpose of the academic certificates is to add to the student’s knowledge base and help them be more marketable at the time of graduation.

Information Summary

Ranks 64th in Colorado and 3982nd overall. See the entire top 2,000 colleges and universities list
Overall Score (about)	25.2
Total Cost On-Campus Attendance	$10,531
Admission Success rate	N/A
Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty	511 : 1
Retention (full-time / part-time)	43% / 36%
Enrollment Total (all students)	20,826

Admissions

Admissions are open to all students interested in furthering their education, who have graduated with a diploma from a secondary school or equivalent, including high school graduates, military students, international students, as well as working professionals. Applicants seeking admission to the institute must fill out and submit an application form for admission online, along with a small fee. You can schedule an interview with an admissions advisor to find out which career choice or degree choice would be beneficial for you. Students are required to send all official transcripts (high school or prior college), and a proof of diploma or equivalent. Those students whose native language is not English must send their TOEFL test score or other proof of English proficiency. The international and military students should contact an Admissions Advisor for admission instructions and requirements.

Financial Aid

The financial aid office offers a variety of programs for qualifying students which includes institutional grants and scholarships, federal financial aid, private loans, education partner grant, and tuition reimbursement. Institutional grants and scholarships are given to qualifying students based on the discretion of the university. Federal aid includes Pell grants, Stafford loans, and other assistance offered from the Federal government. Private loans are loans students can set up with a private financial institute of their choice, such as Sallie Mae, and Wells Fargo.

The Education Partner Grant is designed to give working students the opportunity to attend a degree program. Interested students must be accepted for enrollment and show verification of employment with one of the partnering companies of this grant. Students who are employed and seeking tuition reimbursement must check with their employer’s Human Resource representative about the company’s tuition reimbursement policy. If they qualify, a faxed copy must be sent to their Financial Aid Advisor. All students must fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial aid.

Student Financial Aid Details

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Students

CTU takes a technology-focused approach to providing students with convenient choices regarding how to interact with your education, both online and offline campuses. The school community helps you take classes online and adjust the presentation to your own preferred style of learning. You can interact with your instructors and classmates; join clubs; make new connections through your career services mentor.

The Career Services coordinates the efforts to aid students and graduates to maximize opportunities. Students are driven by passion and have long-term goals for their careers. The University offers the tools, resources and connections to help the students pursue their goals. The Career Services provides counseling, advice, guidance, and direction to the students or graduates wanting to take advantage of these benefits. The professional and dedicated Career Services staff is on hand to support you in any way possible.

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Additional School Information

There is a Success Center which provides online students a place to meet up, hang out, network and get in-person support. The facilities include complimentary Wi-Fi; meeting space; computer kiosks; student lounge; access to virtual campus; private work/ research stations; interview rooms; refreshment counter; study group tables; and large sound-proof conference room.

The Alumni Association provides students and graduates with a collaborative community that opens a window to a continuing personal and professional growth. Students are invited to stay connected to take full advantage of the many benefits the institute provides to classmates and alumni. The benefits include networking opportunities, upcoming events, student transcripts, alumni contact information, chats & blogs, the virtual commons, the virtual campus, and access to the online library.

Accreditation

Accreditation is granted by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. It also holds other discipline based accreditations such as Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Colorado Commission on Higher Education, CHEA-recognized accrediting organization, Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, and the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA).

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