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Decision Day 2026
In Colorado, we honor opportunities in all pathways- whether students attend a university, community college, private occupational school, apprenticeship or serve in the military. That's why this year we're celebrating Decision Day on May 1.
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House Resolution 1
HR1 is a major federal higher education and workforce policy package that restructures several student focused programs, updates reporting requirements and introduces new accountability measures for institutions. It changes how student financing, workforce programs and outcomes reporting are defined and evaluated at the federal level.
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Career Connected Campus Designation
Five distinguished Colorado postsecondary institutions receive this year’s designation. The designation sets a high standard for how campuses engage in practices that prepare students for employment commensurate with their postsecondary credentials.
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2026–27 FAFSA and CASFA Forms Are Now Available!
The 2026-27 FAFSA/ CASFA are now open! Complete your application today!
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First Generation-Serving Institution Designation
The Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) congratulates the First Generation-Serving designated higher education institutions across the state.
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Higher Education Works!
Higher Education Works is designed to amplify how learning beyond high school works for Coloradans and Colorado’s future workforce.
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March 18, 2026
New Scholarship Initiative Expands Support For Students on the Path to a Bachelor’s Degree
New Scholarship Initiative Expands Support For Students on the Path to a Bachelor’s DegreeInitiative pairs financial supports with holistic student services to help more Coloradans get a bachelor’s degree
January 9, 2026
Free Application Days Saves Students $2.4 Million in Application Fees
DENVER – Jan. 9, 2026: Colorado students submitted 71,504 college and university admissions applications during the state’s eighth annual Colorado Free Application Days, held Tuesday, Oct. 7, through Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025.
December 15, 2025
Governor Polis Announces JB Holston as the Next Executive Director of Colorado Department of Higher Education
Holston brings decades of business, civic, and academic leadership experience to ensure higher education properly prepares students with skills for the careers of today and tomorrow
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Division Spotlight
Student and Academic Affairs
This division is responsible for academic and student affairs policy development and program implementation.
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Professionals
View resources for educators, administrators, and other professionals on topics like loan forgiveness and more.
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"Learning is worth it. It is work, but the work is its own reward."
— Chris Kolakowski
Arapahoe Community College Student
"You are never too old to go back to school."
— Donna McGee
Colorado Mesa University Student
"This program has changed my life for the better."
— Dennica Tafoya
Colorado Collegiate Apprentice
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Decision Day 2026
In Colorado, we honor opportunities in all pathways- whether students attend a university, community college, private occupational school, apprenticeship or serve in the military. That's why this year we're celebrating Decision Day on May 1.
Read More
about Decision Day 2026
House Resolution 1
HR1 is a major federal higher education and workforce policy package that restructures several student focused programs, updates reporting requirements and introduces new accountability measures for institutions. It changes how student financing, workforce programs and outcomes reporting are defined and evaluated at the federal level.
Read More
about House Resolution 1
Career Connected Campus Designation
Five distinguished Colorado postsecondary institutions receive this year’s designation. The designation sets a high standard for how campuses engage in practices that prepare students for employment commensurate with their postsecondary credentials.
Read More
about Career Connected Campus Designation
2026–27 FAFSA and CASFA Forms Are Now Available!
The 2026-27 FAFSA/ CASFA are now open! Complete your application today!
Read More
about 2026–27 FAFSA and CASFA Forms Are Now Available!
First Generation-Serving Institution Designation
The Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) congratulates the First Generation-Serving designated higher education institutions across the state.
Read More
about First Generation-Serving Institution Designation
Higher Education Works!
Higher Education Works is designed to amplify how learning beyond high school works for Coloradans and Colorado’s future workforce.
Read More
about Higher Education Works!
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News
March 18, 2026
New Scholarship Initiative Expands Support For Students on the Path to a Bachelor’s Degree
New Scholarship Initiative Expands Support For Students on the Path to a Bachelor’s DegreeInitiative pairs financial supports with holistic student services to help more Coloradans get a bachelor’s degree
January 9, 2026
Free Application Days Saves Students $2.4 Million in Application Fees
DENVER – Jan. 9, 2026: Colorado students submitted 71,504 college and university admissions applications during the state’s eighth annual Colorado Free Application Days, held Tuesday, Oct. 7, through Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025.
December 15, 2025
Governor Polis Announces JB Holston as the Next Executive Director of Colorado Department of Higher Education
Holston brings decades of business, civic, and academic leadership experience to ensure higher education properly prepares students with skills for the careers of today and tomorrow
View All
Events
View All Events
Division Spotlight
Student and Academic Affairs
This division is responsible for academic and student affairs policy development and program implementation.
Learn About the Division
View All Divisions
Professionals
View resources for educators, administrators, and other professionals on topics like loan forgiveness and more.
Learn More >
Students and Families
Whether preparing for college or attending a postsecondary program, access resources here.
I'm in High School >
I'm in College >
Stakeholders
Access data, reports, research, resources, and more.
Get Started >
"Learning is worth it. It is work, but the work is its own reward."
— Chris Kolakowski
Arapahoe Community College Student
"You are never too old to go back to school."
— Donna McGee
Colorado Mesa University Student
"This program has changed my life for the better."
— Dennica Tafoya
Colorado Collegiate Apprentice