Title: Colorado Teacher Salary, Certification & Licensing Guide
Headings: How To Become a Teacher in Colorado
How To Become a Teacher in Colorado
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Colorado at a Glance
Top Colorado Schools for Teaching
Why Go to College for Education in Colorado?
Postsecondary Education Statistics for Colorado
Higher Education in Colorado
Accreditation for Colorado Schools
Considerations for a Teaching Degree in Colorado
Teaching Degree Levels
Associate Degree in Teaching
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Average Cost of College Tuition and Fees in CO, 2017-2018
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Colorado's Cost of Living
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Content: Despite its reduced spending on higher education, the state still boasts a more educated populace than average, with 25.2% of the population aged 25 or older holding a bachelor's degree. Higher Education in Colorado

CO Data
National Data
Number of Four-Year Colleges
53
3,004
Number of Two-Year Colleges
34
1,579
Percentage of Students Enrolled in Distance Education
36%
34.7%
Postsecondary Education Appropriations per Full-Time Student
$4,653
$8,196
Percent of Tax Revenue Allocated to Higher Education
3.4%
5.8%
Percentage of Adults Over 25 With an Associate Degree
8.4%
8.4%
Percentage of Adults Over 25 With a Bachelor's Degree
25.2%
19.4%
Percentage of Adults Over 25 With a Graduate Degree or Higher
15%
12.1%
Sources: NCES, SHEEO, U.S. Census Bureau - American Community Survey
Accreditation for Colorado Schools
Accreditation is a voluntary evaluation process that schools use to demonstrate they meet minimum standards. Colorado universities can hold regional or national accreditation. Regional accreditation is much more popular and prestigious than national accreditation. Students who attend regionally accredited colleges find it easier to transfer credit to another institution, qualify for federal financial aid, get into graduate school, and obtain professional certifications. When choosing an online school in Colorado, look for those accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, the regional accrediting agency that evaluates postsecondary institutions in the state. Prospective students should also look for education programs accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, a specialized agency that sets standards for educator preparation accreditation. Considerations for a Teaching Degree in Colorado
There are many factors to consider for prospective students considering a teaching degree. The data below can help you figure out if Colorado is the right place to look for teaching programs.