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Denver North Campus

The Westwood College – Denver North Campus is located in view of the majestic Rocky Mountains. Denver North is Westwood’s flagship campus with strong roots in the Denver community and employment market. Students have easy access to the downtown business districts, cultural activities and the I-36 high-tech corridor.

Arriving at the Denver North Campus, you’ll find a highly diverse student population, an educational staff regarded as industry experts in their chosen fields, and an outstanding academic environment. Ongoing student activities such as industry guest speakers, art exhibits, job fairs, the 9NEWS Health Fair and themed celebrations are all part of the campus culture. Come see us for a tour and learn more about how we can help you launch an exciting career in one of many high-demand fields.

Skiing, hiking, and other recreational mountain sports are available within an hour's drive. And for sports fans, the campus is located within 10 minutes of major professional venues for the Denver Broncos, the Colorado Avalanche, the Denver Nuggets, and the Colorado Rockies! Denver's nightlife hub, LoDo (“lower downtown”), is only 15 minutes away. Part-time jobs, excellent shopping, and personal business services are all available close to the campus.

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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.

Did You Know?

Our fast-track approach can help you earn your associate degree in as little as 17 months or a bachelor's degree in as little as three years.

Additional accreditation and affiliations:
The Automotive program is accredited and evaluated by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NAFEF) and meet the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence standards of quality for the training of automobile technicians.

The Denver North Campus is approved for veteran’s education benefits by the Colorado State Approving Agency.

Featured program

Automotive Technology

Do you want to work with your hands and learn to fix the vehicles we rely upon every day?

A Westwood degree in automotive technology teaches you the essential skills to turn a hobby into a career, and will prepare through hands-on classes and labs that model the workplace. Learn about our curriculum.

Campus Accreditation

Westwood is nationally accredited

Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).

A degree of certainty

Introducing The Westwood Employment Pledge

Our newest commitment to help you succeed is the Westwood Employment Pledge*. We're so confident that you'll receive the right skills to launch your career and get your first job that if you haven't found employment within six months of graduation, we'll help pay your bills. Simple as that.

Denver North Programs*

(A) Associate (B) Bachelor's

School of Design:

Interior Design (B)

School of Technology:

School of Healthcare:

Medical Assisting (A)

School of Business:

School of Justice:

School of Industrial Services:

Automotive Technology (A)

Download the Colorado Course Catalog for a detailed description of our degree programs

*Not all programs are offered every term. Check with the campus for current program offerings.

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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.

Did You Know?

Our fast-track approach can help you earn your associate degree in as little as 17 months or a bachelor's degree in as little as three years.

Denver North Maps & Transportation

This Colorado campus is extremely convenient for commuters and for students who take advantage of off-campus collegiate housing.

Driving Directions
The campus is located near the intersection of Interstate 25 and the Boulder Turnpike, making it accessible from all around the metro area. Major cross streets are Broadway and Conifer. Plenty of parking is available at no cost to students.

Public Transportation
Transportation to the campus is convenient, with an RTD bus stop right across the street. Many students utilize Route 88. Additional information on bus routes can be found at www.rtd-denver.com.

Denver North Campus Life

At Westwood College - Denver North Campus, our degree programs have excellent facilities, including:

A six-bay NATEF- and ASE-certified automotive shop
Two complete medical labs
A well-appointed interior design lab
Two CISCO^® networking labs (note: the campus is an approved CISCO Networking Academy)®
Three video-gaming labs
A complete fashion merchandising lab
A criminal justice suite, complete with a courtroom lab

There is also a campus café where students can grab a quick lunch or dinner while studying; learning commons; and a tutoring lab in our 80,000-square-foot, fully enclosed campus.

Ongoing campus activities, awards and clubs include:*

Presidential luncheons and dinners
Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society
President’s List and Dean's List
Perfect attendance awards
Gaming tournaments
On-campus job fairs
Graduation ceremonies
And other events throughout the year to enhance campus life

Students participate in various community service learning projects such as homeland security events, 9NEWS Health Fairs, and the 2008 Democratic National Convention. Westwood also sponsors annual events such as Lance Armstrong's Race for the Cure and election polling.

*More information on student activities can be found in the student services section of the course catalogs

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Our graduates receive hands-on, career-focused training. Don't wait another day; start transforming your life into the one you've always wanted.

Did You Know?

Our fast-track approach can help you earn your associate degree in as little as 17 months or a bachelor's degree in as little as three years.

Westwood has prepared our Denver North Campus graduates for careers with employers such as:*

Adams County Coroner's Office	iBeta Software Quality Assurance
Akerly Automotive	Managed Business Solutions
Aspen Distribution	Owens Corning
Bonfils Blood Center	RLH Engineering, Inc.
Boulder Medical Center	Sundance Motors
Colorado Credit Union League	The Medical Center of Aurora
Creative Construction by Design	Timberline Enterprise
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts	Zoll Data Systems

*Westwood College tracks the initial employers of its graduates for regulatory and accreditation purposes. This information is based upon graduates from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011, as reported to ACICS on the Campus Accountability report, and is not intended to represent an endorsement of Westwood College by the listed employers.

Additional information about

Graduate employment

This represents a partial list of employers of graduates from this campus, drawn from across a variety of our programs. Comprehensive graduate employment information by campus and program is available.

Gayle Bodine

Faculty - General Education
Denver North Campus

Clay Chandler

Faculty - School of Technology
Denver North Campus

Charles Bendert

Faculty – School of Design
Denver North Campus

Don Russell

Faculty - School of Design
Denver North Campus

Omar Salem

Faculty - School of Technology
Denver North Campus

Iraj Eftekhari

Faculty - School of Technology
Denver North Campus

American Furniture Warehouse CEO Jake Jabs offers Westwood College students tips on how to succeed in business.

Jabs to keynote Westwood College’s July 27 commencement ceremony.

Mayor Michael B. Hancock, Westwood College, KidsTek and Denver Public Schools Celebrate Pioneering Program at High Tech Early College

Public, Private and Nonprofit Partnership Empowers Denver High School Students to Excel in Technology-Focused Education and Prepare for 21st Century Workforce

Denver Mayor Michael Hancock challenges Westwood College graduates: "Expect more, take steps to better yourself and be part of the solution"

During Westwood College's commencement ceremony on Dec. 16, Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock challenged more than 150 graduates to find passion in their new careers. He also thanked them for being part of the solution to improve the workforce and the region's ability to support and attract new businesses.

Westwood College suggests looking beyond the course catalog when considering colleges

Offering hands-on experience and access to industry leaders can prove to be invaluable to a student's education and eventual job search.

Westwood College and KidsTek partner to deliver technology equipment and work-ready skills to DPS high school students

North High School and High Tech Early College students to start on path to graduate high school with Cisco networking certification and college credits.

Alta Colleges Inc. named to 2011 CIO 100 list

CIO magazine’s 24th annual CIO 100 awards recognize IT excellence

Westwood College introduces Employment Pledge

Reinforces commitment to preparing students for future careers.

Alta College honors top educators through excellence in education awards

Alta College, Inc., the parent company of Westwood College and Redstone College, announced today the winners of its annual Excellence in Education Awards. With these awards, three top educators are nationally recognized for their outstanding achievements and dedication to excellence both inside and outside of the classroom.

Westwood College Partners with Employers to Enrich Opportunities for Students and Graduates

Employers provide guidance through Program Advisory Committees

Westwood College Announces the 2011 PATH to Success Scholarship Program

Westwood College is proud to announce the 2011 PATH to Success Scholarships which honors the vision and commitment of Westwood students. The purpose of this scholarship is to reward students who are taking control of their future through dedicated career planning and action.

Colorado Commission on Higher Education Grants Westwood College ‘Full Authorization’

Decision removes probationary order against Denver campuses

Westwood College announces the Westwood 100

Denver, Feb. 11, 2011 – Westwood College is pleased to announce the Westwood 100, Volume 1 – a collection of personal success stories from 100 Westwood College alumni. These Westwood 100 graduates proudly tell their stories of how they have transformed their lives and found a fulfilling career by obtaining their college degree.

Westwood College offers tuition-free alumni retraining to graduates

School’s mission is to encourage lifelong learning.

Westwood College Students Ready to Meet Demand for IT Jobs

Lead Faculty Clay Chandler, featured in the Denver Business Journal, talks about Westwood College’s Cisco Networking program and the increase in job opportunities in the IT field.

Congratulations to 2010 PATH to Success Scholarships Winners!

Thanks to the more than 325 Westwood students who participated in the 2010 PATH to Success Scholarships competition. The focus of the annual scholastic award program is to reward students who are self-motivated, have a career plan and are taking steps to get a job in their field after college.

Westwood College Takes Immediate, Decisive Actions Following Senate Committee Hearing and GAO Investigation

Chief executive drives college to be a leader in the private-sector college industry by implementing new initiatives on compliance, transparency and the student experience.

Westwood College Students More Satisfied than Others Reports 2010 Noel-Levitz Survey

Westwood College today announced that its students are more satisfied with their college experience than their counterparts in a comparison group of almost 125 private four‐year colleges and universities. The independent student survey was performed by Noel‐Levitz, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in higher education research and strategic planning.

Denver North Campus Triumphs in the State FBLA Competition

Congratulations to everyone who participated in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) state competition earlier this month. The Westwood Business Club competitors made an excellent showing, placing in a several events. Those achieving first and second places in their events are eligible to compete in the National Competition in Nashville in July.

2009 Excellence in Education Awards: Honoring Our Outstanding Educators

Members of the Alta senior leadership team, campus presidents, deans and honorees gathered for a special ceremony in Denver on April 22 to recognize outstanding faculty members for their dedication to excellence. Our annual Excellence in Education awards honors top educators both at the campus and the national level in six categories: Community Service, Committee Service, Program Leadership, Faculty of the Year, Provost and Dean of the Year. Our winners embody the vision of the ideal educator, one who adds value through contributions not only to students, but also to the campus, the entire institution and the community.

Westwood College Expands CISCO Networking Academy To Meet Growing IT Needs

Denver, CO – Westwood College - Denver North Campus (www.westwood.edu) announced that it expanded its Cisco Networking Academy with an updated three-year bachelor’s program. Information Technology: Major in CISCO Network Systems now offers a specialized approach in advanced certifications taught by certified Cisco Network professionals. Other Cisco-related degree programs taught at Westwood College have seen 95 percent of graduates finding jobs in their field of study.

Westwood College Helps Veterans Combat The Rising Costs Of College Tuition Through The Yellow Ribbon Program

Program Closes the Gap between VA Benefits and the Actual Cost of Most Colleges

Westwood College Introduces New And Updated Degree Programs To Help Launch Graduates Into In-Demand Industries

To help meet the needs of a fast-changing world, Westwood College (www.westwood.edu) has updated its Information Technology: Major in Cisco Network Systems program and is launching two new programs – Information Technology: Major in Computer Forensics and Paralegal. These new and updated programs are now available and prepare graduates to hit the ground running with job skills in growing fields.

Westwood College Featured as an Option for I.T. and Cisco Career Training

In celebration of Cisco Networking Academy's 10th Anniversary, Governor Ritter's office held a press briefing today featuring the Colorado Community College System, the Colorado Department of Education, Westwood College and others.

Westwood College Students Learn More Than Politics While Working With Cisco At The Democratic National Convention

DENVER, COLO. (BUSINESS WIRE) - Westwood College today announced that eight of its Cisco(R) Networking Academy(R) students have been selected to help install and support the vast communications infrastructure for the Democratic National Convention (DNC).