Services for Students

Accessibility Services

Centennial • A-130 • 719-502-3333
Downtown • S201 • 719-502-3333
Rampart Range • S-129 • 719-502-3333

AccessibilityServices@PikesPeak.edu

Accessibility Services (AS) strives to create an accessible environment by determining reasonable and appropriate services and accommodations for students with disabilities. The college is committed to providing quality educational support for the diverse needs of its students.

Support services and accommodations may include:

• assistive technology
• alternative testing arrangements
• advocacy training
• readers/scribes for accommodative testing
• text in alternate formats
• interpreting services (American Sign Language)

It is the responsibility of ADA-qualified students to self-identify by meeting with Accessibility Service Specialists to go through an interactive process to request accommodations and support. Documentation about the nature and extent of their disability may be requested if needed but is not initially required. All information shared is kept confidential and will be used to plan for reasonable and appropriate services and accommodations.

Requesting accommodations from faculty/instructors or staff from other departments prior to meeting with AS does not imply accommodations have been granted or that the college has been informed of your disability status. Accommodation requests are evaluated individually through an interactive process. This process is an extensive conversation involving a review and analysis of documentation and circumstances which can be lengthy. Therefore, students are encouraged to connect with Accessibility Services early to allow time to provide supported accommodations in a timely manner. Students can schedule an appointment to request accommodations at any time during the semester. However, accommodations will not be retroactively provided. The college is not obligated to provide or continue to provide accommodations that are/were approved by a different institution.

Accommodations provided in the academic environment may or may not be implemented at internships, clinical sites, or in the workplace.

It is the student's responsibility to self-advocate for approved accommodations by providing the Notification of Accommodations to their instructors. You are welcome to contact Accessibility Services for support or assistance with self-advocating for your academic needs.

Accommodations will not be approved or granted if the student does not meet the definition of a qualifying disability as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and determined through the Accessibility Services interactive process review.

Provisional Accommodations: Accessibility Services does not support provisional accommodations. Students who are accommodated on a temporary medical or for a temporary physical injury will be required to provide documentation to be granted accommodations for the semester. Updated documentation may be requested depending on the student's current condition and need for continued accommodations.

Testing Accommodations: Some certification testing or licensure boards have specific processes for students requesting testing accommodation. Please check with your program area regarding the process to request accommodations for any professional certification or licensure testing that is not administered by the college. Documentation accepted by and accommodations granted by PPSC Accessibility Services may or may not be accepted by testing agencies or other higher education institutions.

Assistive Technology (AT) Lab: The Assistive Technology Lab is located at the Centennial Campus in A130. The lab utilizes computer-assistive technology such as screen readers, voice recognition, alternative input/output devices, and screen magnification. Training opportunities to learn how to use assistive technology are offered. Please call AS (719-502-3333) to schedule an appointment with a team member.

Interpreting Services: Interpreting services are available for our deaf and hard of hearing students. For more information or to request an ASL interpreter, please call 719-502-3026 or 719-428-9541 or complete the Interpreter Request Form.

Student Code: All students, with or without a disability, must adhere to the Pikes Peak State College Code.

Learn more about accessibility services on our Accessibility Services webpage.  

Advising and Testing

Centennial • A-121
Rampart Range • S-101
Downtown Campus • S-104

Vision of Advising & Testing

Advising & Testing empowers the college community to harness their potential and achieve their dreams through the discovery and development of personalized education and career paths. 

Meeting with an Academic Advisor

Advising is done by appointment and available in-person, over the phone, or via online video. Students make an appointment through Navigate. 

Advisors assist students in successfully transitioning into college and the PPSC community. During an advising appointment, advisors will: 

• Help students determine the best path to complete their goals
• Explain prerequisites, verify prerequisites, and discuss academic history
• Provide course recommendations and create personalized degree and certificate plans for students
• Assist students with accessing Navigate and their student portal for registration
• Discuss transfer opportunities
• Connect students to PPSC’s student services and support services
• Assist students with understanding academic standing, financial aid and/or academic probation or suspension

Testing for the PPSC Community

Advising & Testing empowers the college community to harness their potential and achieve their dreams through the discovery and development of personalized education and career paths. 

The Testing Center is committed to providing exceptional, accessible, and comprehensive testing services for Pikes Peak State College and the surrounding community. All tests are administered under standardized conditions that are efficient, fair, and secure.  

The Testing Center provides the following services for students, staff, faculty, and community members. Appointments are required and tests are administered in-person at Centennial, Rampart, and military bases. Limited testing services are available virtually. 

• Course placement using Multiple Measures. This includes ACT scores, SAT scores, PSAT scores, GED scores, recent high school transcripts, coursework completed at other colleges and universities, and other measures. 
• Accuplacer placement testing. Placement testing is available for students wanting to place into college-level courses if other placement measures do not indicate college readiness. 
• Standardized and professional certification testing. Various national standardized tests are offered including: CLEP, DSST, TEAS (nursing admissions), GED, and dozens of industry certification tests (i.e., registered medical assistant). 
• Test proctoring for make-up tests for PPSC courses for students with extenuating circumstances, such as illness or family emergencies. Make-up testing is on an individual basis and is arranged by the instructor with the Testing Center. 

Accuplacer testing is available at the Fort Carson office on a walk-in basis. Contact PPSC at the Fort Carson Education Center at: mvp@pikespeak.edu, 719-502-4200. Accuplacer testing is also available at Peterson SFB on a walk-in basis. Contact PPSC at the Peterson SFB MVP office (mvp@pikespeak.edu or 719-502-4300).

All new students entering the English as a Second Language (ESL) program must take a placement test. This test will place new students into one of three levels: basic, intermediate, or advanced. The test is available on computers at the Centennial and Rampart Range Campuses. ESL students should call 719-502-3535 for further information. 

Accommodations are available for students with documented disabilities. Contact Accessibility Services to make arrangements for accommodated testing at 719-502-3333.

Learn more about academic advising on our Advising webpage.  

Auxiliary Services

Pikes Peak State College Auxiliary Services provides resources that support student success and daily campus life. Student-focused services include the Bookstore, Copy Center, Cafés, Vending Machines, and Mailroom & Package Services, all designed to make learning more accessible and convenient. 

Bookstore

Centennial • C-102 • 719-502-2665
Rampart Range • N-101 • 719-502-2664

The Bookstore at Pikes Peak State College is operated by Barnes & Noble College, providing students with access to required textbooks, course materials, and school supplies. The bookstore serves as a one-stop shop for academic needs, offering both new and used textbooks, as well as digital course materials and rentals to help students manage costs. Beyond academics, the store typically carries PPSC-branded apparel and merchandise, allowing students to show their school spirit. Barnes & Noble College also provides services like textbook buyback programs and price matching to support student affordability. 

Café (Southwest Foodservice Excellence)

Centennial Aspen Café • 719-502-2000
Rampart Café • 719-502-2000

The Southwest Foodservice Excellence cafes at Pikes Peak State College's Centennial and Rampart campuses offer students, faculty, and staff convenient access to a variety of fresh dining options, including hot sandwich options, grab-and-go items, espresso coffee, beverages, and snacks to fuel their day on campus. 

Copy Center 

Centennial • C-101 • 719-502-2111

Services are available to students, faculty, and staff. The Copy Center offers black and white and color copies, posters and banners, design and layout services, and finishing such as binding, folding, and hole punching. 

Mailroom & Package Services

Centennial • C-101

Provides inter-campus mail distribution, package handling, and outgoing shipping services for students, faculty, and staff. Services are available to students, faculty, and staff. 

Campus Police Department

Centennial • A-100 • 719-502-2900
Downtown • S101• 719-502-2900
Rampart Range • N-106 • 719-502-2900
Center for Healthcare Education & Simulation • 105A • 719-502-2900

The Campus Police Department has offices at all campuses. Campus Police officers at all campuses can be reached via telephone at 719-502-2900. Emergency calls should be directed to 911 with a follow-up call to 719-502-2900 when the situation allows. The Campus Police Department is staffed by full-time and part-time sworn police officers who have been commissioned as State peace/police officers. They have full police authority and function the same as any other law enforcement agency in the State of Colorado. 

Career Services

Centennial • A-316 • 719-502-2360

The Career Services department offers a variety of services to support student success at PPSC. Whether you’re a new or currently enrolled student, you can meet with one of our Career Advisors to receive detailed information on PPSC services and referrals to campus and community resources.

Explore Careers

• Unsure where to start? We have many resources to help discover the educational path for you. Meet with a Career Advisor or start with some resources to support you in your exploration.

Career Services

• Let our Career Advisors help you with formatting your resume and working on your interview skills to help land your dream job.

Job Search

• Looking for a job? Our Handshake technology can help connect you to a job on campus or out in the community

Set up an appointment by visiting us in room A-316 at the Centennial Campus, calling us at (719) 502-2360, emailing our department, or through Navigate.

Child Care

The Child Development Center located at the Centennial Campus offers comprehensive educational childcare services for children in partnership with the Community Partnership for Child Development (CPCD; Head Start). CPCD is an award-winning early childhood education agency with over 65 classrooms in Colorado Springs and the surrounding area. Using a robust curriculum and trained staff, your child will thrive and grow in a quality learning environment. Find out more about us on the CPCD website. 

Information Technology Support Services (ITSS)

Centennial (Main Office) • B-201 • 719-502-4800
Downtown • S109 • 719-502-4800
Rampart Range • E-204 • 719-502-4800
Center for Healthcare Education & Simulation • 105 • 719-502-4800

24/7 Support • help@pikespeak.edu • 1-888-800-9198

The ITSS department provides a wide range of technology services to the College community, including: 

• Enterprise systems and cloud services 
• Desktop and server support 
• Network and telecommunications 
• Internet connectivity and security 
• Instructional technology and computer labs 
• Administrative and academic systems 

ITSS partners with college divisions to implement new technologies and ensure reliable, secure access for students, faculty, and staff. ITSS collaborates with the Colorado Community College System for shared systems, but does not provide direct support to other State entities. 

Student Technology Services 

• Accounts & Email: Current students receive a computer account and college email address. 
• Wi-Fi Access: Free Wi-Fi is available at all campuses. 
• Classroom & Lab Computers: All computers are networked with Internet access. 

Important: Students are responsible for saving coursework to their personal storage.

Accessibility and Security 

• Accessibility: Technology accommodations are available for students with disabilities. Contact Accessibility Services for assistance. 
• Security: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Microsoft 365 tools are provided to protect accounts and data.

Learning Commons

Centennial • A-200 • 719-502-2400
Downtown • S-100 • 719-502-2318
Rampart Range • N-200 • 719-502-2440

www.pikespeak.edu/library

The Learning Commons provides a supportive learning and study environment for students at the Centennial, Downtown, and the Rampart Range Campuses. Services provided at each location include Tutoring Services, Research Support, Study Rooms, and Library Services. Tutoring and Library services are also available at the CHES campus. Library and Research Support resource materials include electronic databases, 150,000+ eBooks, online subject-specific research guides, print Materials, interactable medical models, State park passes and Inter-Library Loan services. 

Computer Access

The Learning Commons at Centennial campus has 50+ computers including both PCs and Macs. The Centennial Campus Learning Commons includes a multimedia area available for students emphasizing Multimedia Graphic Design (MGD) and Computer Aided Drafting and Design - Mechanical programs. These machines are available for all students, faculty, and staff with preference given to those students currently enrolled in MGD and CAD classes. 

Rampart Range Learning Commons. Located in the main space of the library, is equipped with computers including both PCs and Macs. Each computer has access to the Internet, as well as the instructional network, is provided to assist students with the completion of coursework

Reference and Research Service

Our professional reference and research librarians serve within the college's Learning Commons as information guides to help students, faculty, staff, and community users find their way to the most relevant sources, whether using databases, the web, or print resources. The reference staff also provides research instruction to classes and creates online research subject guides and videos. Reference librarians and peer research tutors are available for research assistance in-person and virtually. The reference staff also provides classroom-based research and information literacy instruction.

Mental Health Counseling

Centennial • A-141
Downtown • S129
Rampart Range • N-107c

Between classes, work, family, finances and regular life events, college students encounter a great deal of stress over the course of their education. While most students cope successfully with the demands of college life, for some the pressures can at times become overwhelming and unmanageable. At those times, the Counseling Center is here to help. We have licensed counselors who provide confidential counseling sessions, intervention, support, and referrals to campus and community resources as well as for ongoing counseling and mental health care.

To reach our Counselors call 719-502-4782 or send us an email. If you or another person experiences a mental health crisis or other emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. If you are on campus during normal business hours, you can call Campus Police at 719-502-2900. View additional mental health resources on our Counseling Center webpage.

Ombuds

Centennial • B-200 • 719-502-2006

The PPSC Student Ombuds is a neutral person available to assist students who are seeking resolution to problems or concerns relating to their educational experience at PPSC. The Ombuds can help students navigate college organizational structure and bureaucracy and assist with understanding of policies and procedures. For additional information call 719-502-2006 or contact us via email.

Records & Registrar

Centennial • A-107 • 719-502-3000
Downtown • S-100 • 719-502-3000
Rampart Range • S-102 • 719-502-3000

All student enrollment records at Pikes Peak State College (PPSC) are maintained by Student Services. Students may review their records and request that information be corrected or designated as confidential. Official transcripts are available upon request through Parchment. Instructions for requesting transcripts can be found online on the Transcript Request webpage.

The College may release directory information upon legitimate request. Directory information includes a student’s name, semesters of attendance, most recent previous institution attended, major field of study, and any degrees or awards received. Students who wish to restrict the release of directory information must submit a written request. The form is available on the Transcript Request webpage. 

All students enrolled at PPSC are considered independent; therefore, information other than directory information will not be disclosed to parents, guardians, or other individuals or agencies without the student’s written authorization. Students may grant such authorization by completing the FERPA Student Consent Form. 

No transcript or other information, beyond that defined as directory information, will be released without written consent specifying the information to be disclosed. The College complies with federal and state regulations requiring the release of student records to authorized government representatives when applicable. 

Information regarding the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is available in Enrollment Services and online on the Protecting Student Privacy webpage.

All application and records materials submitted to PPSC become the property of the College.

Educational Opportunity Center TRIO

Centennial • A-110 • 719-502-3028

EOC TRIO helps low-income or first-generation college students. Services include help with completion of financial aid and admission applications, guidance in selecting a college, and information about current scholarships as well as online scholarship searches, federal tax preparation, career counseling, testing, and workshops. All services are free.

TRIO Student Support Services

Centennial • A-130 • 719-502-3222
Rampart Range • S-102f (by appointment)

www.pikespeak.edu/student-support-services

The TRIO Student Support Services is available to help low income and first-generation students graduate and transfer to a four-year college and all of our services are FREE.

Student Support Services offers the following services to program participants:

• One-on-one tutoring
• Career planning and exploration
• Success coaching
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and scholarship assistance
• Course selection and academic advising
• Transfer advising and other four-year college and university campus tours
• Skill-building workshops and pre-semester conferences
• Cultural events and field trips

We serve a limited number of students every year and we invite you to apply. You can pick up an application at our Centennial Campus office or download from the TRIO webpage. 

Requirements

You are eligible to apply to receive services from TRIO as long as you meet one or more of the following Federal Requirements: First generation, low-income, or have a disability.

Transfer Events

All Campuses • Advising@PikesPeak.edu

Representatives from other colleges and universities regularly visit Pikes Peak State College to meet with students who plan to transfer after receiving an associate degree from PPSC. The schedules are available online.

Tutoring Services

Centennial • A300 • 719-502-3444
Downtown • S117 • 719-502-2443
Rampart Range • N200 • 719-502-3190
Center for Healthcare Education & Simulation • 112 & 213

www.pikespeak.edu/learning-commons/tutoring

The Tutoring Center’s mission is to support student success by providing inclusive, collaborative, and process-focused academic support. We meet students where they are and guide them in developing skills, confidence, and habits that foster persistence, independent learning, and lifelong scholarship. Through our welcoming environment, we support all students at every stage of their academic journey, partner with faculty to enhance learning, and cultivate a sense of belonging that strengthens our campus community. 

The Tutoring Center provides free, high-quality tutoring across a variety of subjects, including math, writing, science, and more. Our trained peer and professional tutors are here to support your learning—whether you are working on assignments, exam prep, study skills or time management. To get the most out of tutoring, come prepared with relevant course materials including notes, textbook, and assignment instructions.

 Visit the Tutoring Center website for available services, locations & hours, subject availability, appointment making, and steps to becoming a tutor. You can also stop by your campus Tutoring Center to get started!