Background Statement
Colorado Mountain College was formed in 1967, offering classes at an "East Campus" (Leadville) and a "West Campus" (Spring Valley outside Glenwood Springs). Over the past five plus decades, the college has grown to play a vital role in the communities throughout a diverse 12,000 square-mile service area in the mountains of Colorado. Since our founding, CMC has evolved from a two-year community college, to a Dual Mission, Hispanic Serving Institution, providing both associate and bachelor degrees; GEDs and life-long learning opportunities; concurrent-enrollment classes for high school students and certificates focused on career & technical education. Our campuses include: Buena Vista, Leadville, Breckenridge, Dillon, Vail Valley, Steamboat Springs, Glenwood Springs, Spring Valley, Carbondale, Aspen, and Rifle. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and administrative offices are based in downtown Glenwood Springs.
The CMC Foundation was established to assist Colorado Mountain College secure resources for the highest priority needs of the school. Philanthropic support is needed to bridge the gap between what is funded and what is needed. Gifts to the Foundation allow CMC to offer the most priceless of gifts - a quality education at an affordable price. The CMC Foundation works in partnership with the college supporting CMC's aspiration to be the premier and most inclusive, innovative institution of its kind.