The original law from 2013, Advancing Students for a Stronger Tomorrow (ASSET) allows eligible students to pay instate tuition at Colorado’s public colleges and universities if they meet certain qualifications. Legislation in 2019 further updated the law allowing ASSET students to receive in-state financial aid. The new law requires an institution to classify a student as an in-state student for tuition purposes if the student: attended a Colorado high school for at least one year before graduation or was physically present in Colorado for at least one year immediately preceding the date the student completed a high school equivalency examination in Colorado; and, has been physically present in Colorado for at least 12 consecutive months before enrolling in an institution.
Unique Student Populations
The Community College of Aurora (CCA) is an open-door institution, which welcomes all students to attend. Here you will find helpful resources for unique student populations.
Parenting Students
Over 35% of all CCA students identify as parenting students. We acknowledge the responsibilities involved in being both a student and a parent and value the experiences and skills you bring to our community. We have developed intentional 2Gen services to support your academic and personal success and are here to help you start strong at the Community College of Aurora.
Who qualified as a parenting student?
The term “parenting student” acknowledges that students who have children commonly identify first and foremost as parents, prioritizing their kid’s wellbeing and care over their classes, homework, jobs, and other non-parenting responsibilities – Wellesley Centers for Women.
Students With Disabilities
We are made up of a rich and diverse student body that reflects a wide array of i identities, including, but not limited to individuals who have physical disabilities, sensory disabilities, cognitive disabilities, invisible disabilities, developmental disabilities, or are Neurodivergent.
CCA proudly supports and provides accommodations to roughly 180 students through creating a learning environment that promotes self-advocacy. This is not inclusive of individuals who have not sought out services at CCA or are receiving support outside of CCA. We strive to provide services through compassion, empathy, and inclusivity, and welcome all to our beautiful community.