Adams State College

Mission, Vision, & Institutional Goals

Adams State College Mission Statement

Adams State College dedicates its resources to provide opportunity and access for all students. The College is an innovative leader that recognizes the inherent educational value of diversity. It is a catalyst for the educational, cultural, and economic interests of rural Colorado, the surrounding region, and the global community.

Adams State College Institutional Goals

  • 1. Promote academic excellence
  • 2. Cultivate a high-quality, student-centered environment
  • 3. Provide educational access and opportunity for success
  • 4. Preserve and promote the unique history and culture of the region
  • 5. Stimulate economic development in the San Luis Valley
  • 6. Improve organizational effectiveness
  • 7. Build financial stability

Adams State College Vision Statement

We measure our success by the success of our students in achieving their life goals. We are Colorado's most effective state-assisted four-year college. Our efforts provide a high quality educational experience through a supportive and rigorous learning environment. Our programs recognize the value of continual improvement while embracing diversity of culture and ideas that stimulate intellectual growth.