Pueblo Pre-Collegiate Program
About the Program-Welcome to new Pueblo Program Manager
The Pre-Collegiate Development Program (PCDP) at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), housed at Pueblo Community College (PCC), is an academic enrichment program for middle and high school scholars in Pueblo County.
Any 9th – 12th grade student is eligible to apply to the PCDP, though the primary focus is on first-generation scholars and military dependents.
Through year-round educational workshops, activities, and events, we prepare scholars academically, personally, and socially to be successful in any path they choose after graduating high school.
In May 2026 - Isiah Madrid started as the new Pueblo Program Manager. He is excited to start working with the Pueblo students (as a former Pueblo 60 student himself) and to recruit and build the Pueblo Pre-Collegiate Program. If you have questions, please email Isiah at imadrid@uccs.edu
About Us
We encourage each other to explore, dream, and achieve.
Pre-Collegiate champions and cultivates an equitable and welcoming community for scholars and families.
We collaboratively create space for youth to explore, dream, and achieve postsecondary and career opportunities through mentorship, expanding personal and life skills, and utilizing a growth mindset.
Pre-collegiate advocates for inclusive practices at UCCS, partnering organizations, and in the workforce.
Pre-Collegiate Learning Objectives for Scholars and Families
- Scholars will harness academic skills and success strategies
- Scholars will know and advocate for themselves
- Scholars will develop and demonstrate life skills
- Families will be equipped with knowledge and support in helping their scholars navigate the PDCP objectives and their postsecondary journey
- Scholars will describe/explore educational systems, their postsecondary options, and how to navigate & pursue opportunities
Accomplishing Our Mission
We accomplish our mission through monthly, after-school on-campus workshops led by college students and professional staff where scholars learn about college preparation and success, soft skills, and self-advocacy; and engage in career exploration. During our Summer Academic Institute in June, students participate in dual enrollment college credit courses, math and writing preparation, community service, and career fairs. Scholars also have the opportunity to visit all CU System campuses: Boulder, Denver, Anschutz, and Colorado Springs (UCCS).
Resources
- Completed Application – The application should be completed after attending an information session. Recruitment for Fall 2027 will begin in late January/February 2027.
- Fall and Spring Grade Report - Students will email their grade report to pcdp-pbl@uccs.edu. We will accept official transcripts, unofficial transcripts, or a screenshot of learning management systems (ex: Power School, Infinite Campus, Schoology, etc.) The grade report must show the student's name and the date of the report.
- Personal Interview - Applicants may be asked to schedule a 10-15 minute interview with Pre-Collegiate staff.