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Higher Education in Rangely

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Colorado Northwestern Community College

Rangely is proud to host a stunning community college campus that serves our region and beyond—from ambitious local high school students to a diverse student body from Colorado's Western Slope and across the country.

Through CNCC’s innovative dual enrollment program, Rangely high school students can earn college credits while still in high school—some even graduate with a full year of college completed, giving them a major head start on their future!

CNCC offers the ideal setting and top-tier facilities to support your educational goals. Founded in 1962 as "Rangely College," the college now serves approximately 1,000 students across its two campuses (Rangely and Craig, 90 miles apart in the breathtaking mountains and canyons of Northwestern Colorado), plus online options.

The student population is wonderfully diverse: recent high school graduates pursuing traditional college paths, working adults advancing their careers, and those exploring entirely new directions. CNCC's programs reflect this variety, with world-class Associate of Arts and Sciences degrees featuring guaranteed transfer to Colorado's four-year institutions, alongside robust Career and Technical Education programs that prepare students for immediate workforce success.

The Rangely campus stands out for its nationally recognized programs, including:

  • Aviation Maintenance Technology and Aviation Technology (Flight)
  • Dental Hygiene
  • One of only six Park Ranger Law Enforcement Academies (P.R.L.E.A.) in the nation, offering training approved by the National Park Service and the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC)
  • Signature plans of study such as Oceanography and Paleontology

CNCC's mission is simple yet powerful: to enhance lives by providing accessible, affordable, quality education. Through innovative teaching, community outreach, and ongoing assessment, they equip students with the skills to continue their education, thrive in meaningful careers, and to succeed in a complex, diverse world.

Discover more about these exceptional higher education opportunities right here in Rangely—visit the official CNCC website to explore programs, admissions, and campus life.