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Aims Community College

Greeley, CO

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About Aims Community College

Northern Colorado's community college: enriching lives and careers since 1967.

Aims Community College stands as a cornerstone of accessible higher education in Northern Colorado, rooted in a vision to serve the region's burgeoning need for a two-year institution. Born from a community initiative in 1965 and officially established in 1967, Aims quickly grew from its inaugural class of 949 students in Greeley to become a multi-campus institution, dedicated to providing educational pathways for diverse learners.

The college’s history is marked by steady growth and adaptation, demonstrating its commitment to student success. From purchasing a permanent 175-acre site in Greeley in 1969 to opening additional campuses in Fort Lupton and Loveland, Aims has continually expanded its reach and resources. This evolution reflects a responsive approach to community needs, ensuring that residents across Weld County have convenient access to quality education.

Prospective students and families will find a college with a rich history of community service and a forward-thinking approach to academics, as evidenced by its transition to a semester system in 2004 for enhanced learning. Aims Community College is more than just a place to earn a degree; it’s an integral part of the Northern Colorado landscape, fostering personal and professional development and preparing students for the future. Its recent investment in a new flight hangar further highlights its commitment to specialized, career-focused programs, offering tangible skills for in-demand industries.

Key Highlights

  • Established in 1967 following approval from 11 of Weld County’s 12 public school districts.
  • Began with an impressive inaugural enrollment of 949 students in Greeley.
  • Acquired a permanent 175-acre campus site in Greeley in 1969.
  • Expanded its regional footprint by opening campuses in Fort Lupton (1984) and Loveland (1987).
  • Transitioned from a quarter system to a semester system in August 2004.
  • Celebrated its 25th anniversary in April 1992, marking a quarter-century of service.
  • Opened a new flight hangar at the Northern Colorado Regional Airport in August 2019, enhancing aviation programs.

Timeline

1965
Suggestion made for a two-year college in Northern Colorado.
1967
Voters approved the creation of the Community College District (January 24).
1967
First day of classes began in Greeley with 949 students enrolled (September 27).
1968
First class graduated, with three students receiving degrees (May).
1969
A permanent 175-acre site for the college was purchased in Greeley.
1976
The physical education center opened on the Greeley campus (December).
1984
The south campus opened west of Fort Lupton.
1987
A campus opened in downtown Loveland.
1992
Aims celebrated its 25th anniversary (April).
2004
The semester system was implemented, replacing the quarter system (August 31).
2019
A new flight hangar opened at the Northern Colorado Regional Airport (August).

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