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3150 South Sheridan Boulevard
Denver, CO 80227
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Denver South Campus

Located on the southwest side of the city, the Westwood College - Denver South Campus is handy for students in Denver, Lakewood, Englewood, Littleton, Aurora, Parker, and other metro suburbs. The campus is conveniently situated in the Bear Valley Shopping Center, close to a variety of shops and restaurants. The city has a thriving downtown area with a theater district, shopping district, and many cultural attractions.

Denver is famous for its proximity to the Rocky Mountains and abundant recreational activities such as skiing, snowboarding, hiking and climbing. The growing city is a cultural hub for the states around Colorado. Nearby attractions include the Denver Art Museum’s new Libeskind wing, first Friday art walks on Santa Fe Boulevard, fine restaurants, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Six Flags amusement park, the Pepsi Center, Invesco Field at Mile High and Coors Field. Sports fans will enjoy the Denver Broncos, Colorado Avalanche, Denver Nuggets, and other professional sports teams.

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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 20 months.

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 South Programs*

School of Design:

Computer-Aided Design/Architectural Drafting
Game Art
Interior Design

School of Technology:

Information Technology: Major in Computer Forensics
Information Technology: Major in Systems Security

School of Justice:

Criminal Justice

School of Business:

Business Administration: Major in Accounting and Financial Management
Business Administration: Major in Management
Business Administration: Major in Marketing Management
Construction Management

School of Healthcare:

Medical Assisting

Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location.

Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Download the Colorado Course Catalog for a detailed description of our degree programs.

Colorado Course Catalog

Colorado Addendum

*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 20 months.

Denver South Maps & Transportation

Driving Directions
Located at the intersection of Sheridan and Dartmouth in the southeast corner of Bear Valley Shopping Center, the Westwood College – Denver South Campus is easily accessible from Highway 285.

Public Transportation
Bus routes can be found at www.rtd-denver.com. Some routes that serve the campus include:
Hampden Crosstown (Route 35)
Sheridan Crosstown (Route 51)
Yale Crosstown (Route 27)
The light rail system (Hampden station)

Denver South Campus Life

At Westwood College - Denver South Campus, there are a variety of student activities and clubs that enhance student life, including:*

ASID – American Society of Interior Design
CJSO – Criminal Justice Student Organization
WCMO – Westwood Construction Management Organization
PSE – Pi Sigma Epsilon (co-ed Business Fraternity)
IT – Information Technology (working to find a National “parent” organization to affiliate)
Student Ambassador
Game/chess

There is a student cafe on campus and ample parking. We also have a dedicated Internet lab, computers available in the learning commons and lab time in classrooms when classes aren't in session.

A number of social events take place throughout the year, as well, including:

Ice cream socials
Barbecues
Corn roasts
Portfolio reviews
Student artwork displays
And more!

Activities, clubs, and our excellent Colorado location make Westwood College – Denver South Campus a great place to get a career-focused education.

*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 20 months.

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


Allied Barton	Fortune Valley Hotel and Casino
AmeriPath, Inc.	GB Protect
Award and Sign	HSS
Cardiology Now	iBeta Software Quality Assurance
Colony Insurance	Interim HealthCare
Columbine Family Practice	Urgent Care of Colorado
Davita Dialysis Center	Visiting Nurses Association

*Westwood College must track the initial employers of its graduates for accreditation purposes. This list contains employers of Westwood College graduates from January 2009 to December 2010 and is not intended to represent an endorsement of Westwood College by the listed employers.

Roger Lesser

Faculty - Schools of Business and Justice
Denver South Campus

Kristen Elise

Faculty - School of Design
Denver South Campus

John Hunter

Faculty - School of Technology
Denver South Campus

Robert Plick

Faculty - School of Healthcare
Denver South Campus

Tom Sinclair

Faculty - School of Technology
Denver South Campus

Celine Sabo

Faculty - School of Business
Denver South Campus

Greg Rorie

Faculty – School of Design
Denver South Campus

Moema Shortridge

Faculty - School of Design
Denver South Campus

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 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.

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.

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.

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

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

Employers provide guidance through Program Advisory Committees

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.

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 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).

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 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 introduces Employment Pledge

Reinforces commitment to preparing students for future careers.

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 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.

Alta Colleges Inc. named to 2011 CIO 100 list

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

Westwood College offers tuition-free alumni retraining to graduates

School’s mission is to encourage lifelong learning.

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 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.