Pikes Peak State College
About
Established in 1968 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Pikes Peak offers associate degrees, certifications in career and technical fields and three bachelors’ degrees. With three campuses, various off-campus locations, two military education centers, and hundreds of online classes, PPSC provides access to a quality, affordable and flexible education to more than 18,000 students annually with both credit and non-credit classes.
- College or University
- Colorado Springs
Institution Links
Pikes Peak State College
Programs
Associate Degree
Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in Early Childhood Education Teacher Preparation
Program Info
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition
$7,812
In State Tuition
$19,254
Out of State Tuition
$0
Application Fee
Ways to Lower Your Costs
Students at Pikes Peak State College have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Pikes Peak State College to see if you can, too!
Grants, Stipends, Scholarships
Colorado Merit Aid
The state of Colorado allocates funding for students who have achieved high academic success. Students must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours and be a Colorado resident. Please check with the Financial Aid Office on current requirements.
Colorado Student Grant (CSG)
The Colorado Student Grant program is designed to assist students with financial need with their educational expenses. You must be a resident of the State of Colorado and must demonstrate documented financial need. The maximum award for the 2022-2023 academic year is $3,500 for full-time students. You must be making satisfactory academic progress. Funds are awarded to early applicants who meet the financial aid deadline of May 1st. All other applicants are awarded until the funding is exhausted.
Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled
Pikes Peak Workforce Center helps residents of El Paso and Teller Counties who are unemployed, underemployed, or employed by providing them with job training programs and career development resources. Clients range from entry-level to professional, including youth, adults, people returning to the workforce, and those with barriers to employment. We provide job search and training opportunities, including 20 different job seeker workshops at no cost. Reach out to PPWFC Directly Job Training Colorado Springs | Pikes Peak Workforce Center (ppwfc.org)
ASCENT is a fifth-year high school program that allows students to participate in concurrent enrollment the year after 12th grade. Qualified students who have completed at least 9 credit hours of postsecondary coursework prior to completion of their 12th grade year may be eligible for the ASCENT Program. ASCENT expanded in 2022 to allow unlimited number of participants.
For more information visit:Financial Aid Office