The ability to read and write well will help you Do More in life — no matter what your career path.

At Arapahoe Community College, we have a full selection of composition and related writing and reading courses designed to help students of all interests and abilities improve their language, writing, reading , and critical-thinking skills.

You will benefit from...

• Skill assessment — after assessing your reading and writing skills, we’ll help you determine the courses that best fit your abilities and goals
• Flexible course offerings — choose to take classes during the day, evening, weekend or online
• Small class sizes — so you’ll feel comfortable asking questions and participating in discussions
• Accessible faculty — who want you to be successful in the classroom and beyond
• Writing Center — so you can receive one-on-one tutoring whenever you need it
• Guaranteed to transfer - these courses will transfer to other in-state colleges and universities
• Developmental Studies Courses - If you would benefit from additional preparation in reading, writing or study skills before attempting college-level courses, we'll encourage you to take advantage of appropriate courses (AAA -- Advancing Academic Achievement, English, Reading)
• Awards for Excellence in English - This ceremony honors students who excel in English, languages, literature, and humanities. Awards include the ACC Essay Contest, Frances LaForge Award, Writers Studio Achievement Awards, and Great Books certificates.
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If you want to take your writing to the next level, consider getting involved with...

• Writers Studio — this creative outlet provides a community for writers of all levels
• Progenitor — our art and literary magazine has received numerous awards
• Arapahoe Avenue — our student newspaper is open to all aspiring journalists and those interested in advertising and graphic design