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Community College of Allegheny

About CCAC
About CCAC

Since its founding in 1966, CCAC has flourished, becoming the educational powerhouse it is today a nationally renowned two-year college dedicated to serving all members of the community. From groundbreaking student success initiatives to top-ranked academic and career-based programs, CCAC continues to be the college of choice for nearly one out of every three adults in the Greater Pittsburgh metropolitan region.
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Admissions
Admissions

As an open-admissions institution, CCAC does not require college entrance examinations. To enroll as a full-time student, applicants must have a high school diploma or Pennsylvania GED certificate or must be at least 18 years of age with experience reasonably equivalent to a GED.
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Academics
Academics

CCAC educates more than 32,000 credit and 28,000 non-credit students annually, but students can expect an average class size of just 19 students. With the extensive network of four campuses and four centers located strategically throughout the region, in addition to a growing array of online courses and programs, CCAC is readily accessible to residents of Allegheny County and beyond.
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Online Learning
Online Learning

CCAC's Online Learning courses make it possible for students to earn college credit through flexible nontraditional classes. Busy professionals, individuals with family responsibilities and people with challenging schedules can benefit from Online Learning.
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Student Services
Student Services

CCAC is committed to supporting your personal and academic efforts. No matter which of the four CCAC campuses you choose, services and resources are available to help you achieve your goals. As part of our commitment to supporting student achievement, we offer a variety of services and resources.
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Student Life
Student Life

At CCAC, we believe that life outside the classroom is an important part of your college experience. Each CCAC campus has a variety of activities to enhance your lifestyle - including athletics, cultural events and personal development seminars.
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Workforce Development
Workforce Development

Education and skills are essential for today's changing economy. The competitive global environment rewards workers who possess sound general knowledge that enables them to adapt to changes in the workplace and continually learn new job skills.
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Public Safety Institute

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Newsroom & Marketing
Newsroom & Marketing

The award-winning Public Relations and Marketing Department works to promote CCAC and its activities through strategic, cost-effective advertising and marketing campaigns, college publications and overall branding efforts, among other activities. The department oversees the public face of the college, providing design, branding and message development assistance to projects large and small.
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Be challenged and be inspired.

Amy Grey

“The joy, attentiveness, and excitement of the Tibetan children to have a complete stranger read to them gave a whole new meaning to service. Even the smallest gift of time and attention is enough to someone.”
- Amy Grey

Honors: Get Engaged – Give Back!

Honors in Action -- Honors 411

The Honors 411 is sent to all Honors students, publicizing the cultural and social activities and service projects for the upcoming semester

Honors 411 News Article example

This is an example of the Honors 411 news article from 19FA.

Honors Program Activities

Honors Orientation Picnic
Heinz History Center
Broadway Series and Pittsburgh Opera
Fallingwater
Gettysburg Battlefield

Rock Climbing at McConnell’s Mills
Andy Warhol Museum
Benedum Theatre
Meadowcroft Historic Village
Pittsburgh Arts and Lectures Series

The Word of Honor

The Word of Honor newsletter publicizes the activities, service and scholarship of our Honors students and faculty. Please click the pictures above for links to the most recent Word of Honor to learn more about Honors at CCAC.

Word of Honor 19FA

Word of Honor 19SP

Honors Gives Back

Each year Honors engages in service to the college and community. Below please find featured service projects: Pink Feet Race for the Cure, Homeless Children’s Fund, Voter Registration, Out of the Darkness: American Suicide Prevention Fund.