Colorado Department of Higher Education provides support and advocacy for students and develops policies to maximize postsecondary education opportunities in Colorado.

Colorado Department of Higher Education

Colorado Department of Higher Education | 7,717 followers on LinkedIn. We support students, advocate, and develop policies to maximize higher education opportunities for all.  | Higher education is the cornerstone of an economically and intellectually vital state. We want to ensure all Colorado citizens have a shot at fulfilling their personal dreams and landing the jobs they want upon graduation.

Chris Ammons

CDHE's Director of Career Connected Learning and Workforce Development

Renée Welch

Director of Division of Private Occupational Schools at Colorado Department of Higher Education

Lorna Candler

Director of Industry Partnerships. ★ Strategic Partnerships. Corporate Social Responsibility. Corporate Giving. Social Impact. Volunteer Programs…

Beverly Orton Jones

Colorado’s new five-year strategic plan for higher education puts learners at the heart of the postsecondary ecosystem. Read the new strategic plan and learn more at https://lnkd.in/gRMbDnyS #highered #BuildingSkillsCO #CORises

In 2023-24, Colorado hosted 67 international Fulbright students, and 18 Colorado students studied abroad with support from Fulbright awards! The Fulbright U.S. Student Program will fund graduate study, research, and English teaching abroad. Find more information about eligibility and applications at https://lnkd.in/fC7UvzM

The Career Connected Campus designation recognizes colleges and universities preparing students to succeed in their chosen careers through academic, co-curricular, and institution-wide practices. Learn more about Workforce Determinants of Student Success and what makes a Career-Connected Campus at https://ow.ly/IWRU50UbbEk . #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth

Whether you're in high school, college, recently graduated or are considering a career change, My Colorado Journey can help you find the next career or education step for you. Explore career pathways, training programs and more at https://ow.ly/UUyo50UbbaO .

CDHE has resources to assist parents and students with creating an FSA ID and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. We also have resources for undocumented and Colorado ASSET students applying for financial aid. Find checklists, step by step guides, video instructions and more at https://lnkd.in/gS4NXZdr . #FAFSA #CASFA

In 2023-24, 34 students from Colorado studied abroad with support from the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship! The Gilman program is open to students receiving a Federal Pell Grant. Find more information about the Gilman scholarship program at https://lnkd.in/ecUHsrR . #IEW24

Do you work with high school students on financial aid applications? Join CDHE's Outreach and Community Engagement team for a virtual Lunch and Learn webinar on December 11! Get information on FAFSA/CASFA processe that you can use to support your students. Register to attend at https://ow.ly/ME6R50UajUE .

Did you know that Colorado has an Apprenticeship Program Directory? Career Seekers: Check out the directory and explore possible career paths in your area at https://lnkd.in/genx467p . Employers and Sponsors: Make sure your directory listing is up-to-date and accurate! Submit your updates at https://lnkd.in/g7q6rNP5 . #COApprenticeship #NAW2024

As a part of his Let's Get Ready: Educating All Americans for Success initiative, Gov. Jared Polis sat down with economist and Freakonomics co-author Dr. Steven Levitt to explore education solutions that ensure students leave school career or college ready. Read more at https://ow.ly/IYwe50UaeGz .

November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month! The EmpowerEd program is accepting applications for upcoming Spring and Summer semesters! If you know a high school student who experienced homelessness and was identified as McKinney-Vento eligible, they may be eligible to have their total cost of attendance covered! Learn more and apply at https://ow.ly/nzMh50Ua7av .

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